Overview
PG&E Project R-511 is a gas distribution station in Oakland, California, operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company. It serves the Alameda County area as part of the regional natural gas network.
PG&E Project R-511 is a gas distribution station located at 106 2nd Street in Oakland, California. This facility is part of Pacific Gas and Electric Company's extensive natural gas distribution system, which serves millions of customers across Northern California. The station plays a key role in regulating and distributing natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial users in the Oakland area. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with federal pipeline safety regulations under 49 CFR Part 192. As a gas distribution station, it is designed to reduce pressure and meter gas flow from high-pressure transmission lines to lower-pressure distribution networks. Typical distribution stations in California are equipped with pressure regulators, meters, and odorization equipment to ensure safe and reliable gas delivery. Located in a densely populated urban area near the Port of Oakland, this station is critical for meeting the energy demands of the city's diverse economy, including transportation, manufacturing, and services. Its proximity to residential neighborhoods and commercial districts necessitates rigorous safety protocols and regular maintenance to mitigate risks associated with gas distribution infrastructure.
Environmental context
The station is situated in an urban environment with high population density, which increases the potential impact of any operational incident. Seismic activity in the San Francisco Bay Area poses a natural hazard, requiring the facility to be designed and maintained to withstand earthquakes. Climate-related risks include sea-level rise and storm surges due to its proximity to the Oakland Estuary.
Frequently asked questions
PG&E Project R-511 is located at 106 2nd Street in Oakland, California, in Alameda County.
It is a natural gas distribution station that reduces pressure and meters gas from high-pressure transmission lines to lower-pressure distribution networks serving the Oakland area.
The facility is operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), a major utility serving Northern California.
Gas distribution stations in the US are regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers pipeline design, construction, operation, and maintenance to ensure safety.
It is part of PG&E's extensive distribution network that delivers natural gas to millions of customers in Northern California, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs.
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