Overview
PG&E - R-1688 FRESNO is an operational gas distribution station in Fresno, California, serving the local natural gas network under PG&E's infrastructure.
PG&E - R-1688 FRESNO is a gas distribution station located at 4798 E. Tyler Avenue in Fresno, California. It is part of Pacific Gas and Electric Company's extensive natural gas distribution system, which supplies gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. The facility is operational and plays a key role in delivering natural gas to the Fresno area. 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 network, which includes thousands of miles of distribution pipelines and associated infrastructure to ensure reliable gas service. The station's location in Fresno places it within a densely populated urban area, requiring adherence to stringent safety and environmental regulations. PG&E's gas distribution system is critical for meeting the energy needs of California's Central Valley, supporting heating, cooking, and industrial processes. The facility contributes to the resilience and reliability of the local gas grid.
Environmental context
The station is situated in an urban residential area of Fresno, California, where proximity to homes and businesses necessitates robust safety measures. The region is subject to seismic activity, requiring infrastructure designed to withstand earthquakes. PG&E's gas distribution system includes leak detection and pipeline integrity programs to minimize environmental risks and ensure public safety.
Frequently asked questions
PG&E - R-1688 FRESNO is located at 4798 E. Tyler Avenue in Fresno, California, United States.
It is a gas distribution station that regulates and distributes natural gas from high-pressure transmission lines to lower-pressure local distribution networks serving customers in Fresno.
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 safety, design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
PG&E implements pipeline integrity management programs, leak detection, regular inspections, and emergency response plans to comply with federal and state safety regulations.
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