Overview
PG&E - R-1871 PLEASANTON E&C is a gas distribution station in Pleasanton, California, operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company. It serves the local natural gas network in Alameda County.
PG&E - R-1871 PLEASANTON E&C is a gas distribution station located in Pleasanton, California, within Alameda County. The facility is part of Pacific Gas and Electric Company's extensive natural gas infrastructure, which serves millions of customers across Northern California. As a distribution station, it reduces pressure from transmission pipelines and delivers gas to local distribution networks for residential, commercial, and industrial use. The station 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. PG&E's gas system includes thousands of miles of distribution mains and service lines, with this station playing a role in maintaining reliable gas supply to the Pleasanton area. The facility's operational status is active, supporting the region's energy needs. Environmentally, the station is situated in a suburban area with proximity to residential neighborhoods. PG&E implements leak detection and maintenance programs to minimize methane emissions and ensure safety. The facility's role in the local gas grid underscores its importance for heating, cooking, and industrial processes in the community.
Environmental context
The station is located in a suburban area of Pleasanton, with residential neighborhoods nearby. Gas distribution stations like this one are subject to PHMSA regulations requiring leak detection and corrosion control to minimize methane emissions. The region's moderate seismic activity necessitates pipeline integrity management to prevent ruptures. PG&E's ongoing pipeline modernization programs aim to reduce environmental risks associated with aging infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Pleasanton, Alameda County, California, with coordinates approximately 37.712912, -121.704835.
It is a gas distribution station that reduces pressure from high-pressure transmission pipelines and delivers natural gas to local distribution networks serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Pleasanton area.
The station is operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), a major utility serving Northern California.
Gas distribution stations in the U.S. are regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers pipeline safety, including design, construction, operation, and maintenance requirements.
Gas distribution stations can contribute to methane emissions through leaks. Operators are required to implement leak detection and repair programs, as well as corrosion control, to minimize environmental impact.
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