Valadao Dairy Biogas LLC - Gas Distribution Station in Hanford, California

Valadao Dairy Biogas LLC is a gas distribution station located at 17293 9 1/2 Ave, Hanford, California 93230, within Kings County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 221210, which covers natural gas distribution. As a biogas processing site, it converts dairy waste into renewable natural gas, contributing to California's clean energy goals. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Typical dairy biogas operations in California range from small to medium scale, processing up to a few million cubic feet per day. The plant's location in an agricultural region aligns with common biogas infrastructure in the Central Valley. Valadao Dairy Biogas LLC plays a role in reducing methane emissions from dairy farms by capturing biogas for energy use. Its distribution station connects to local gas grids, providing renewable energy to the community. The facility supports California's Low Carbon Fuel Standard and renewable portfolio standards, highlighting its environmental and operational significance.

The facility is situated in the San Joaquin Valley, an agricultural region with significant dairy operations. Biogas capture reduces methane emissions from manure management, improving local air quality. The area experiences hot, dry summers and mild winters, with potential for seismic activity due to proximity to fault lines. The plant's design must account for these climate and geological factors to ensure safe operation.