Overview
PGE - Westwind Contractor Yard is a gas distribution station in Santa Rosa, California, serving the Sonoma County area. It is operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company.
PGE - Westwind Contractor Yard is a gas distribution station located at 3500 Westwind Blvd. in Santa Rosa, California. This facility is part of Pacific Gas and Electric Company's natural gas distribution network, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Sonoma County. 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 distribution pipelines. As a gas distribution station, it regulates pressure and meters gas flow from transmission lines to local distribution systems. This station plays a key role in the local energy infrastructure, supporting the natural gas needs of Santa Rosa and surrounding communities. Its location in a seismically active region necessitates robust safety measures and adherence to California's stringent pipeline safety standards.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Santa Rosa, an area with moderate seismic activity due to proximity to the San Andreas Fault system. This requires gas distribution stations to incorporate seismic shut-off valves and flexible piping to mitigate earthquake risks. The surrounding urban environment includes residential and commercial zones, emphasizing the need for leak detection and emergency response protocols.
Frequently asked questions
PGE - Westwind Contractor Yard is located at 3500 Westwind Blvd., Santa Rosa, California 95403, in Sonoma County.
It is a gas distribution station that regulates and meters natural gas from transmission pipelines to local distribution networks serving Santa Rosa and surrounding areas.
The facility is operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), a major utility in California.
Gas distribution stations in California must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (49 CFR Part 192) and state-specific seismic safety requirements due to earthquake risks.
Seismic activity can damage pipelines and equipment. Stations in seismically active areas like Santa Rosa are equipped with automatic shut-off valves and flexible connections to reduce rupture risks.
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