Overview
PGE - Milpitas Subsation is a gas distribution station in Milpitas, California, serving the Santa Clara County area. It is part of Pacific Gas and Electric's natural gas network.
PGE - Milpitas Subsation is a gas distribution station located at 1455 S Milpitas Blvd in Milpitas, California. The facility operates within the Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) natural gas system, serving residential and commercial customers in Santa Clara County. As a gas distribution station, it plays a key role in regulating and metering natural gas flow from transmission pipelines to local distribution networks. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and adheres to federal pipeline safety regulations under 49 CFR Part 192. Gas distribution stations like this one typically include pressure regulation, metering, and odorization equipment to ensure safe and reliable gas delivery. The station's location in a densely populated urban area requires robust safety measures and regular maintenance. This station supports the natural gas infrastructure for Milpitas and surrounding communities, contributing to the region's energy reliability. Its operational status ensures continued service for residential heating, cooking, and industrial uses. The facility is part of PG&E's extensive gas distribution network, which serves millions of customers across Northern California.
Environmental context
The station is situated in an urban area of Milpitas, within Santa Clara County, which has a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and dry summers. Proximity to residential and commercial zones necessitates careful management of gas leaks and pressure control to minimize safety risks. The region is also subject to seismic activity, requiring the facility to meet earthquake-resistant design standards to prevent pipeline ruptures during seismic events.
Frequently asked questions
PGE - Milpitas Subsation is located at 1455 S Milpitas Blvd, Milpitas, California 95035, in Santa Clara County.
It is a gas distribution station that regulates and meters natural gas flow from transmission pipelines to local distribution networks serving residential and commercial customers in the Milpitas area.
The station is part of Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), which operates the natural gas distribution system in Northern California.
Gas distribution stations in California must comply with federal pipeline safety regulations under 49 CFR Part 192, enforced by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), as well as state regulations from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
Urban gas distribution stations typically include pressure regulation, leak detection systems, odorization, and seismic safety features to ensure safe operation in populated areas.
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