Overview
PG&E Tracy Maintenance Station is a gas distribution facility in Tracy, California, operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company. It supports the local natural gas network in San Joaquin County.
PG&E Tracy Maintenance Station is a gas distribution facility located at 24081 S Mountain House Pkwy in Tracy, California. Operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), it plays a key role in maintaining and supporting the natural gas distribution infrastructure for the region. The facility is situated in San Joaquin County, part of California's Central Valley, an area with significant agricultural and urban energy demands. 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. PG&E's gas distribution network in California serves millions of customers, and maintenance stations like this one are critical for ensuring system integrity and reliability. The facility's NAICS code 221210 indicates it is part of the natural gas distribution sector. The station's operational status is active, contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Tracy area. Its location near Mountain House Parkway provides access to major transportation routes, facilitating maintenance and emergency response activities. The facility supports PG&E's broader commitment to pipeline safety and environmental stewardship in California.
Environmental context
The facility is located in California's Central Valley, a region with seismic activity from nearby fault lines, which poses a risk to gas infrastructure. PG&E's maintenance station must adhere to strict PHMSA regulations for pipeline integrity and leak detection to mitigate environmental impacts. The area's Mediterranean climate with dry summers increases wildfire risk, requiring robust emergency response protocols.
Frequently asked questions
PG&E Tracy Maintenance Station is located at 24081 S Mountain House Pkwy, Tracy, California 95376, in San Joaquin County.
It is a gas distribution maintenance station that supports the operation and integrity of PG&E's natural gas network in the Tracy area.
The facility is operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), a major utility serving northern and central California.
Gas distribution stations in California must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (49 CFR Part 192) and state-specific safety standards enforced by the California Public Utilities Commission.
PG&E follows PHMSA regulations for pipeline integrity management, leak detection, and emergency response, including regular inspections and maintenance programs.
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