Overview
PGE - OROVILLE SUBSTATION is an operational gas distribution station in Oroville, California, serving the Butte County area under Pacific Gas and Electric Company.
PGE - OROVILLE SUBSTATION is a gas distribution station located at 2226 Veatch Street in Oroville, California. It operates within the Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) network, serving residential and commercial customers in Butte County. The facility is part of the broader natural gas distribution infrastructure that delivers gas from high-pressure transmission lines to local end-users. As a gas distribution station, this facility reduces pressure and meters gas flow for safe delivery to the community. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and adheres to federal pipeline safety standards under 49 CFR Part 192. The station is typical of PG&E's extensive distribution system, which includes thousands of miles of gas mains and service lines across Northern California. The Oroville substation plays a key role in ensuring reliable gas supply for the region, supporting residential heating, cooking, and industrial uses. Its location in a seismically active area means it is designed to withstand earthquakes, with safety systems in place to detect leaks and automatically shut off flow if needed.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Oroville, a city in the Sacramento Valley with a Mediterranean climate. The region is prone to seismic activity due to proximity to the Sierra Nevada fault zone, requiring gas infrastructure to meet strict earthquake-resistant design standards. The station's location near residential areas necessitates robust leak detection and emergency response protocols to minimize environmental and safety risks.
Frequently asked questions
PGE - OROVILLE SUBSTATION is located at 2226 Veatch Street, Oroville, California 95965, United States.
It is a gas distribution station that reduces pressure and meters natural gas from high-pressure transmission lines for safe delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Oroville area.
The station is operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), a major utility serving 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).
Oroville is in a seismically active region, so gas distribution stations are designed with earthquake-resistant materials and automatic shut-off valves to prevent leaks and ensure safety during seismic events.
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