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PG&E Seaport Spoils Yard - Gas Distribution Station in Redwood City, California

REDWOOD CITY, California, United States

Overview

PG&E Seaport Spoils Yard is a gas distribution station in Redwood City, California, operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company. It supports natural gas delivery in the San Francisco Bay Area.

PG&E Seaport Spoils Yard is a gas distribution station located at 10 Seaport Blvd in Redwood City, California. It is part of Pacific Gas and Electric Company's natural gas distribution network, serving the San Francisco Bay Area. The facility plays a key role in delivering natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. 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 distribution. As a distribution station, it manages pressure reduction and metering to ensure safe and reliable gas delivery. The facility is situated in an urban area near the Port of Redwood City, which influences operational considerations. This gas distribution station is part of PG&E's extensive infrastructure that serves millions of customers in Northern California. Its location in a densely populated area requires robust safety measures and regular maintenance. The facility contributes to the energy needs of the local community and supports the broader regional gas grid.

Environmental context

The facility is located in an urban industrial area near the Port of Redwood City, with proximity to residential neighborhoods and the San Francisco Bay. Gas distribution stations like this one manage high-pressure gas from transmission lines to lower pressures for end users. Environmental considerations include leak detection, corrosion prevention, and emergency response planning to mitigate risks to nearby populations and ecosystems.

Frequently asked questions

PG&E Seaport Spoils Yard is located at 10 Seaport Blvd, Redwood City, California 94063, United States.

It is a gas distribution station that reduces pressure and meters natural gas from transmission pipelines for delivery to local customers in the Redwood City area.

The facility 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, design, construction, operation, and maintenance.

PG&E follows PHMSA regulations, conducts regular inspections, leak surveys, corrosion control, and emergency response planning to ensure safe operation.

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