Overview
PGE - BAHIA SUBSTATION is an operational gas distribution station in Benicia, California, serving the local natural gas network under Pacific Gas and Electric Company.
PGE - BAHIA SUBSTATION is a gas distribution station located at 107 W. Channel Road in Benicia, Solano County, California. Operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), this facility is part of the extensive natural gas distribution infrastructure serving 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 pipelines. As a distribution station, it reduces pressure from transmission lines to safe levels for local delivery. The facility's NAICS code 221210 indicates it is classified under Natural Gas Distribution. This substation plays a key role in maintaining reliable gas supply to Benicia and surrounding areas. Its location near the Carquinez Strait and within a seismically active region means it is designed with earthquake-resistant features and regular integrity management programs to ensure safety and operational continuity.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a seismically active region near the San Andreas Fault system, requiring robust seismic design and monitoring. Its proximity to the Carquinez Strait and populated areas of Benicia necessitates strict adherence to PHMSA safety regulations and leak detection protocols. The surrounding environment includes urban and industrial zones, with potential impacts from gas distribution operations managed through routine inspections and maintenance programs.
Frequently asked questions
PGE - BAHIA SUBSTATION is located at 107 W. Channel Road, Benicia, California 94510, in Solano County, United States.
It is a natural gas distribution station that reduces pressure from high-pressure transmission pipelines to lower levels suitable for local distribution to homes and businesses in the Benicia area.
The station 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 requirements from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), including seismic safety standards and integrity management programs.
PG&E implements regular inspections, leak detection surveys, pressure testing, and corrosion control measures. The stations are designed to withstand seismic events and are monitored 24/7 through a centralized control system.
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