Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

ALFCO - Division of Home Care Ind. Inc. Gas Extraction Facility, Carpinteria, California

CARPINTERIA, California, United States

Overview

ALFCO - Division of Home Care Ind. Inc. is a gas extraction facility located in Carpinteria, California, United States. It operates in Santa Barbara County and is classified under NAICS codes for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.

ALFCO - Division of Home Care Ind. Inc. is a gas extraction facility situated at 1000 Cindy Lane in Carpinteria, California. The facility operates within Santa Barbara County and is part of the broader United States gas infrastructure network. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction), 325212 (Synthetic Rubber Manufacturing), and 333413 (Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower Manufacturing). While specific technical specifications such as capacity are not detailed, the facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. California's stringent environmental regulations also apply. This facility contributes to the local energy supply in the Carpinteria area. Its location in a seismically active region necessitates robust infrastructure design and adherence to safety standards. The operational status indicates ongoing activity in the gas extraction sector, supporting regional energy needs.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Carpinteria, California, a region with moderate seismic activity due to proximity to fault lines. This necessitates compliance with seismic safety standards for gas infrastructure. The area also experiences a Mediterranean climate, with dry summers and wet winters, which can influence operational practices. Proximity to populated areas requires careful management of emissions and safety protocols to minimize community impact.

Frequently asked questions

ALFCO - Division of Home Care Ind. Inc. is located at 1000 Cindy Lane, Carpinteria, California 93013-2906, United States.

This facility is involved in gas extraction, specifically the upstream production of natural gas, as indicated by its NAICS code 211111.

The facility operates under U.S. federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as California state environmental and safety regulations.

Key risk factors include seismic activity due to fault lines, proximity to populated areas, and the need for high-pressure pipeline integrity management.

As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment that supplies natural gas to processing plants and pipelines, contributing to the national energy grid.

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