Overview
PG&E Brentwood Regulator Station is an operational gas distribution facility in Brentwood, California, serving the Contra Costa County area. It regulates natural gas pressure for local residential and commercial customers.
PG&E Brentwood Regulator Station is a gas distribution station located at 1950 Grant Street in Brentwood, California. Operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), this facility plays a key role in the local natural gas network, ensuring safe and reliable gas delivery to the surrounding community in Contra Costa County. As a gas distribution station, the facility reduces high-pressure natural gas from transmission pipelines to lower pressures suitable for end-use customers. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and adheres to federal pipeline safety standards under 49 CFR Part 192. PG&E's gas distribution system is one of the largest in the United States, serving millions of customers across Northern and Central California. The station's location in a suburban area near residential neighborhoods and commercial zones underscores its importance in meeting local energy demands. Its operational status contributes to the resilience of the regional gas infrastructure, supporting heating, cooking, and industrial uses in Brentwood and the broader East Bay region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a suburban environment with proximity to residential areas, which necessitates stringent safety measures to mitigate risks associated with gas leaks or pressure excursions. The region is subject to seismic activity due to nearby fault lines, requiring infrastructure designed to withstand earthquakes. Climate hazards such as wildfires and drought conditions also influence operational protocols and emergency response planning.
Frequently asked questions
PG&E Brentwood Regulator Station is located at 1950 Grant Street, Brentwood, California 94513, in Contra Costa County.
It is a natural gas distribution station that reduces high-pressure gas from transmission pipelines to lower pressures for safe delivery to homes and businesses in the Brentwood 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).
PG&E implements safety measures including regular inspections, pressure monitoring, leak detection, and emergency shutdown systems, along with compliance with seismic design standards and public awareness programs.
Other Gas Distribution Station plants in United States · 6 nearby