Overview
PG&E's Lodi Gas Sherman Island Meter Station in Rio Vista, California, is an operational gas distribution station serving the Sacramento region. It plays a key role in PG&E's natural gas pipeline network under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulation
PG&E - Lodi Gas Sherman Island Meter Station is a gas distribution facility located in Rio Vista, California, approximately 8 miles south of the city along Highway 160. Operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), this station is part of the company's extensive natural gas distribution system serving Northern California. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a meter station, it measures and regulates gas flow from transmission lines into local distribution networks. PG&E's system includes thousands of miles of pipeline, with this station supporting gas delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Sacramento Valley. Located near the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta, the station's environmental context includes proximity to agricultural lands and sensitive wetland ecosystems. The facility's operational status ensures reliable gas supply to the region, contributing to energy security for communities in the delta area. PG&E's infrastructure is subject to seismic risk assessments given California's earthquake activity, with safety measures in place to mitigate potential hazards.
Environmental context
The station is situated in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta, a region with extensive agricultural and wetland areas. Proximity to populated areas and seismic activity from nearby fault lines are key environmental considerations. PG&E's gas infrastructure is designed to withstand seismic events, with regular inspections and pressure testing under PHMSA regulations to ensure safety and minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located in Rio Vista, California, about 8 miles south of the city along Highway 160, in Sacramento County.
It is a gas distribution meter station that measures and regulates natural gas flow from transmission pipelines into local distribution networks serving the Sacramento region.
The station is operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), a major utility serving Northern California.
The facility operates under PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for design, construction, testing, and maintenance of gas pipelines.
PG&E implements seismic risk assessments, automatic shut-off valves, and regular inspections to mitigate earthquake hazards, in compliance with California and federal safety codes.
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