Risk: Medium Gas Distribution Station Operational

PG&E - 412 LUCE AVE MATERIALS WAREHOUSE - Gas Distribution Station in Stockton, California

STOCKTON, California, United States

Overview

PG&E - 412 LUCE AVE MATERIALS WAREHOUSE is a gas distribution station in Stockton, California, operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company. It supports natural gas distribution in San Joaquin County.

PG&E - 412 LUCE AVE MATERIALS WAREHOUSE is a gas distribution station located at 412 Luce Avenue in Stockton, California. The facility is part of Pacific Gas and Electric Company's natural gas distribution network, serving the San Joaquin County area. As a gas distribution station, it plays a key role in delivering natural gas 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 to manage pressure and flow. The Stockton area is part of PG&E's Gas Transmission and Distribution system, which serves over 4 million customers in Northern and Central California. This facility supports the local energy infrastructure by ensuring reliable natural gas supply to the Stockton community. Its location in an urban area underscores the importance of safety and maintenance practices. The station contributes to the region's energy mix, which includes natural gas for heating, cooking, and industrial processes.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in an urban area of Stockton, California, which is part of the San Joaquin Valley. The region experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Proximity to populated areas requires adherence to stringent safety protocols to mitigate risks associated with natural gas distribution. The area is also subject to seismic activity due to nearby fault lines, necessitating robust infrastructure design and regular inspections.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located at 412 Luce Avenue in Stockton, California, within San Joaquin County.

It is a gas distribution station that regulates and distributes natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Stockton area.

The facility 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 (49 CFR Part 192) and state regulations enforced by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).

PG&E follows rigorous safety protocols including regular inspections, pressure monitoring, leak detection, and emergency response planning to mitigate risks associated with natural gas distribution.

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