Overview
PG&E Project R-1270 Alameda Ave is an operational gas distribution station in Oakland, California, serving the local natural gas network under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
PG&E Project R-1270 Alameda Ave is a gas distribution station located in Oakland, Alameda County, California, United States. It is part of the extensive natural gas infrastructure operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), serving residential and commercial customers in the region. The facility is classified under NAICS code 221210 for natural gas distribution. As a gas distribution station, this facility operates at lower pressures compared to transmission pipelines, reducing certain risk factors. It is subject to federal pipeline safety regulations under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which mandate integrity management, leak detection, and emergency response protocols. California's stringent state regulations further enhance safety and environmental oversight. The station plays a key role in delivering natural gas to the Oakland area, supporting heating, cooking, and industrial needs. Its urban location requires careful monitoring of proximity to populated areas and compliance with seismic safety standards given California's earthquake risk. The facility contributes to the reliability of the regional gas grid.
Environmental context
Located in an urban area of Oakland, the station operates in a region with moderate seismic hazard exposure. California's regulatory framework requires gas distribution facilities to implement seismic safety measures and leak detection programs. The facility's proximity to residential and commercial zones necessitates robust safety protocols to minimize risks associated with gas leaks or pressure anomalies.
Frequently asked questions
PG&E Project R-1270 Alameda Ave is located in Oakland, Alameda County, California, United States, at coordinates 37.770388, -122.224504.
The facility is operational and serves as a gas distribution station within PG&E's natural gas network.
Gas distribution stations in California are regulated by PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, along with state-specific safety and environmental regulations enforced by the California Public Utilities Commission.
A gas distribution station reduces pressure from transmission pipelines and distributes natural gas to local residential, commercial, and industrial customers through a network of smaller pipes.
PG&E implements integrity management programs, leak detection, regular inspections, and emergency response plans in compliance with federal and state regulations to ensure safe operation.
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