Signal Hill Petroleum (22-5) Gas Extraction Facility, Signal Hill, California

Signal Hill Petroleum (22-5) is an operational gas extraction facility located at Ocean View Dr & Skyline in Signal Hill, California, within Los Angeles County. The facility is part of the broader oil and gas field in the Signal Hill area, a historically significant petroleum region. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the natural gas supply chain in Southern California. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. The NAICS code 211111 indicates crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, typical for this region. Signal Hill's gas extraction operations are generally small to medium scale compared to major basins. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a densely populated urban area of Los Angeles County, which increases risk considerations related to proximity to residential zones. The region is also subject to seismic activity, requiring robust infrastructure design. The facility plays a role in local energy supply, supporting industrial and residential needs in the greater Los Angeles area.

Located in a densely populated urban area of Los Angeles County, the facility operates in a region with significant seismic hazard exposure. Proximity to residential zones necessitates strict adherence to safety regulations and leak detection protocols. The local environment is characterized by Mediterranean climate, with air quality concerns typical of urban industrial areas.