Risk: Medium Gas Distribution Station Operational

PGE - 35517938 EL CERRITO Gas Distribution Station, El Cerrito, California

EL CERRITO, California, United States

Overview

PGE - 35517938 EL CERRITO is a gas distribution station in El Cerrito, California, operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company. It serves the local natural gas network in Riverside County.

PGE - 35517938 EL CERRITO is a gas distribution station located at 5306 Poinsett Avenue in El Cerrito, California. This facility is part of the extensive natural gas infrastructure operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in the state. As a gas distribution station, it plays a key role in delivering natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. The 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 is one of the largest in the United States, serving millions of customers. The station's NAICS code 221210 corresponds to natural gas distribution, indicating its function in the local gas supply chain. This gas distribution station is part of PG&E's commitment to providing reliable natural gas service to the El Cerrito community. The facility contributes to the energy needs of the area, supporting heating, cooking, and industrial processes. Its operational status ensures continuous service to customers, and it is integrated into the broader California gas transmission and distribution system.

Environmental context

The facility is located in an urban area of El Cerrito, California, which is part of the San Francisco Bay Area. The region is subject to seismic activity due to nearby fault lines, including the Hayward Fault. Gas distribution stations in such areas must adhere to strict seismic safety standards to minimize risks. Additionally, the facility's proximity to populated areas requires careful monitoring of operating pressure and leak detection to ensure public safety and environmental protection.

Frequently asked questions

PGE - 35517938 EL CERRITO is located at 5306 Poinsett Avenue, El Cerrito, California 94805, in Riverside County.

This facility is a gas distribution station that regulates and distributes natural gas from high-pressure transmission lines to lower-pressure local distribution networks serving homes and businesses in the El Cerrito area.

The station is operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), one of the largest combined natural gas and electric utilities in the United States.

The station must comply with U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which cover design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas pipelines, including leak detection and emergency response.

PG&E implements rigorous inspection and maintenance programs, including leak surveys, pressure testing, and corrosion control, in compliance with federal and state regulations. The company also has a public safety awareness program for communities near its facilities.

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