Overview
Pacific Gas and Electric I-536 is an operational gas distribution station in San Pablo, California, serving the Contra Costa County area. It is part of PG&E's extensive natural gas network.
Pacific Gas and Electric I-536 is a gas distribution station located at 2000 Rumrill Blvd in San Pablo, California. Operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company, this facility is part of the natural gas distribution infrastructure serving Contra Costa County and the broader San Francisco Bay Area. As a distribution station, it reduces pressure from transmission pipelines to deliver gas safely to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and adheres to federal pipeline safety regulations under 49 CFR Part 192. PG&E's gas distribution system includes thousands of miles of pipeline and numerous distribution stations like I-536, which are critical for maintaining reliable gas service. The station's NAICS code 221210 indicates it is classified under natural gas distribution. This station plays a key role in the local energy grid, supporting heating, cooking, and industrial processes in San Pablo and surrounding communities. Its location in a densely populated urban area underscores the importance of robust safety protocols and regular maintenance to ensure public safety and service continuity.
Environmental context
The station is situated in an urban residential and commercial area of San Pablo, near the San Francisco Bay. Proximity to populated areas requires stringent safety measures to mitigate risks associated with gas leaks or pressure failures. The region is subject to seismic activity, which poses a hazard to pipeline integrity. PG&E's distribution system includes corrosion protection and leak detection programs to address these environmental factors.
Frequently asked questions
Pacific Gas and Electric I-536 is located at 2000 Rumrill Blvd, San Pablo, California 94806, in Contra Costa County.
It is a gas distribution station that reduces pressure from high-pressure transmission pipelines to lower pressures suitable for delivery to homes and businesses in the San Pablo area.
The station is operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), a major utility serving northern and central California.
Gas distribution stations in California must comply with federal pipeline safety regulations under 49 CFR Part 192, enforced by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), as well as state regulations from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
Safety measures include pressure regulation, overpressure protection, leak detection systems, corrosion control, and regular inspections to ensure safe operation in populated areas.
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