Overview
PGE - Woodrow Ave - Bakersfield is an operational gas distribution station in Bakersfield, California, serving the local natural gas network under Pacific Gas and Electric Company.
PGE - Woodrow Ave - Bakersfield is a gas distribution station located at 409 Woodrow Ave in Bakersfield, Kern County, California. It is part of Pacific Gas and Electric Company's (PG&E) natural gas distribution system, which delivers natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). As a gas distribution station, this facility reduces the pressure of natural gas from high-pressure transmission pipelines to lower pressures suitable for local distribution. It is equipped with pressure regulation, metering, and safety systems to ensure reliable and safe gas delivery. The station's NAICS code 221210 indicates it is classified under natural gas distribution. PG&E's gas system in California includes thousands of miles of distribution mains and service lines, with this station playing a role in serving the Bakersfield area. The station's location in an urban area of Bakersfield means it is subject to PHMSA's pipeline safety regulations, including requirements for leak detection, corrosion control, and public awareness programs. The facility contributes to the energy infrastructure of Kern County, supporting local homes and businesses with natural gas for heating, cooking, and industrial processes. Its operational status ensures continued service to the community.
Environmental context
The station is situated in an urban residential area of Bakersfield, which is part of the San Joaquin Valley. The region experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters, and is prone to air quality issues due to topography and industrial activity. The facility's proximity to populated areas necessitates robust safety measures to mitigate risks associated with natural gas distribution, such as leaks or pressure failures. Seismic activity in California also requires the station to be designed to withstand earthquakes.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 409 Woodrow Ave, Bakersfield, California 93308, in Kern County.
It is a natural gas distribution station that reduces gas pressure from transmission pipelines to levels suitable for local delivery to homes and businesses.
The station is operated by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), a major utility serving northern and central California.
Gas distribution stations in the US are regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers pipeline safety, and by state agencies like the California Public Utilities Commission.
PG&E implements safety programs including leak detection, corrosion control, pressure monitoring, and public awareness campaigns, as required by PHMSA regulations.
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