Overview
UNOCAL-GUADALUPE CENTRAL COAST GROUP is an operational gas extraction facility in Nipomo, California, within the Guadalupe Field. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
UNOCAL-GUADALUPE CENTRAL COAST GROUP is a gas extraction facility located in Nipomo, San Luis Obispo County, California, United States. The facility is situated in the Guadalupe Field and is currently operational, contributing to the region's natural gas supply. 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. As a gas extraction site, it involves the production and initial processing of natural gas, with typical capacities varying based on field characteristics. This facility plays a role in the local energy infrastructure, supporting the natural gas supply chain in California. Its location in a rural area near Nipomo influences its operational context, with considerations for environmental and community impact.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area near Nipomo, California, with proximity to agricultural lands and residential communities. Gas extraction operations can involve risks such as fugitive emissions and potential impacts on local air quality. The region's seismic activity and climate conditions are factors in facility design and safety protocols.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at Guadalupe Field on Thornberry Road in Nipomo, San Luis Obispo County, California, United States.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Guadalupe Field, contributing to the local energy supply.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines.
Gas extraction can affect air quality through emissions and may require water management. California has stringent environmental regulations to mitigate these impacts.
Capacity varies widely; small to medium facilities may produce up to 50 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd), while larger ones exceed 100 MMscfd.
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