Overview
SO CALIF GAS CO/PASADENA BASE is an operational gas distribution station in Pasadena, California, serving the Los Angeles area under PHMSA pipeline safety regulations.
SO CALIF GAS CO/PASADENA BASE is a gas distribution station located at 3530 E Foothill Blvd in Pasadena, California. It operates within the Los Angeles County region, serving as part of the natural gas distribution network for Southern California. The facility is classified under NAICS 221210 for natural gas distribution. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas distribution systems. As a gas distribution station, it typically manages pressure regulation and metering for local distribution networks. The facility is situated in a densely populated urban area, requiring adherence to stringent safety standards. This facility plays a key role in delivering natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Pasadena area. Its operational status ensures continued service reliability for the community. The station's location in a seismically active region necessitates robust infrastructure design and regular inspections.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a densely populated urban area of Pasadena, California, which is part of a seismically active region. Proximity to populated areas and seismic hazard exposure are key environmental considerations for gas distribution stations. The facility operates under PHMSA regulations that require leak detection and emergency response plans to mitigate risks.
Frequently asked questions
SO CALIF GAS CO/PASADENA BASE is located at 3530 E Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, California 91107, in Los Angeles County.
It is a gas distribution station that regulates and meters natural gas for local distribution to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Pasadena area.
The facility is operated by Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas), a regulated natural gas utility serving Southern California.
Gas distribution stations in California are regulated by the U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, along with state-specific requirements from the California Public Utilities Commission.
Typical safety measures include pressure regulation, leak detection systems, emergency shutdown valves, and compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs for pipelines in high-consequence areas.
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