Overview
PG&E - DRAKE SUBSTATION is a gas distribution station in Arbuckle, California, operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company. It serves the local natural gas network in Colusa County.
PG&E - DRAKE SUBSTATION is a gas distribution station located at 6853 Greenbay Road in Arbuckle, California. It is part of the Pacific Gas and Electric Company's natural gas infrastructure, serving the Colusa County area. The facility is operational and plays a key role in distributing natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. As a gas distribution station, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. The station is part of PG&E's extensive gas distribution network in Northern California, which includes thousands of miles of pipelines and numerous distribution stations to ensure reliable gas delivery. The station's location in a rural area near Arbuckle reduces exposure to high population density risks. However, California's seismic activity and wildfire hazards are relevant environmental factors for gas infrastructure. PG&E maintains rigorous safety protocols and inspection programs to mitigate these risks and ensure the integrity of the gas distribution system.
Environmental context
The station is situated in a rural agricultural area of Colusa County, with low population density. The region is subject to seismic activity from nearby fault lines and seasonal wildfire risks, which are key environmental considerations for gas infrastructure. PG&E implements leak detection, pressure monitoring, and emergency shutdown systems to address these hazards.
Frequently asked questions
PG&E - DRAKE SUBSTATION is located at 6853 Greenbay Road, Arbuckle, California 95912, in Colusa County.
It is a natural gas distribution station that reduces pressure and distributes gas from transmission pipelines to local distribution networks serving customers in the Arbuckle 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 the U.S. are regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers pipeline design, construction, testing, operation, and maintenance to ensure safety.
PG&E implements leak detection, pressure monitoring, corrosion control, and regular inspections. The company also has emergency response plans and participates in California's seismic and wildfire risk mitigation programs.
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