PG&E - Firebaugh Substation: Gas Distribution Station in Firebaugh, California

PG&E - Firebaugh Substation is a natural gas distribution station located at 37673 W. Nees Avenue in Firebaugh, California. Operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), this facility is part of the extensive gas distribution infrastructure serving Fresno County and the broader Central Valley region. The station plays a key role in regulating and metering gas flow from transmission lines to local distribution networks. As a gas distribution station, the 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 pipeline safety. PG&E's gas distribution system in California is subject to state-level oversight by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). The station's NAICS code 221210 indicates it is classified under natural gas distribution. The Firebaugh Substation supports the natural gas needs of the local community, including residential, commercial, and agricultural customers in the area. Its location in the San Joaquin Valley places it in a region with significant agricultural activity, where natural gas is used for crop drying, irrigation pumping, and other farming operations. The station contributes to the reliability and safety of the regional gas grid.

The Firebaugh Substation is situated in the San Joaquin Valley, an area with high agricultural productivity and a Mediterranean climate. The region is prone to seismic activity due to nearby fault lines, which is a key risk factor for gas infrastructure. Proximity to populated areas and agricultural land requires careful management of operating pressure and pipeline integrity to minimize leakage risks. The facility's design and maintenance must account for potential ground movement and temperature variations typical of the Central Valley.