Overview
Pacific Gas and Electric Company/ENVR Field Svcs is a gas distribution station in Oakland, California, serving the Alameda County area. It is part of PG&E's natural gas network, regulated under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company/ENVR Field Svcs is a gas distribution station located at 4801 Oakport Street in Oakland, California. It operates within Alameda County and is part of the broader natural gas infrastructure serving the San Francisco Bay Area. The facility is owned and operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company, a major utility in the region. As a gas distribution station, this facility reduces pressure from high-pressure transmission lines to lower pressures suitable for local distribution. It is subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas pipelines. The station's operational status is active, and it plays a role in delivering natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Oakland and surrounding communities. The facility's location in an urban area near residential and commercial zones necessitates robust safety measures and regular inspections. PG&E's gas distribution network in California is extensive, and this station contributes to the reliability of natural gas supply in the region. Environmental considerations include leak detection and methane emission controls, which are critical for minimizing the facility's environmental footprint.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an urban industrial area of Oakland, near residential neighborhoods and the Oakland Estuary. Proximity to populated areas requires stringent safety protocols to mitigate risks associated with gas leaks or pressure events. The region's seismic activity, due to nearby fault lines, adds a layer of hazard exposure, necessitating earthquake-resistant design and emergency response planning. Climate factors, such as wildfire risk in California, also influence operational procedures and vegetation management around the station.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 4801 Oakport Street in Oakland, California, within Alameda County.
It is a gas distribution station that reduces natural gas pressure from transmission lines to levels suitable for local distribution to homes and businesses in the Oakland area.
The station is operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), a major utility serving northern and central California.
The facility is regulated under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which cover design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas pipelines.
PG&E follows PHMSA regulations, conducts regular inspections, implements leak detection programs, and has emergency response plans for seismic and other hazards.
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