Risk: Medium Gas Pipeline Operational

C444 L300A MP 22.13-22.14 RECOAT SPAN 413 (PG&E SPANS PROJECT) - Gas Pipeline in Needles, California

NEEDLES, California, United States

Overview

C444 L300A MP 22.13-22.14 RECOAT SPAN 413 (PG&E SPANS PROJECT) is a gas pipeline recoat project located near Needles, California, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.

C444 L300A MP 22.13-22.14 RECOAT SPAN 413 (PG&E SPANS PROJECT) is a gas pipeline facility located approximately 12.15 miles south of I-40 and 13.6 miles west of Needles, California. This operational pipeline segment is part of Pacific Gas and Electric Company's (PG&E) pipeline infrastructure in San Bernardino County, serving the natural gas transmission network in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The recoat project indicates maintenance activities to address corrosion protection, likely involving cathodic protection systems and coating renewal to ensure pipeline integrity. The pipeline's location in a remote desert area near the Colorado River corridor presents specific environmental considerations. This pipeline segment plays a role in the regional natural gas transmission grid, supplying energy to communities and industries in southern California. The recoat project demonstrates ongoing infrastructure maintenance to ensure safe and reliable gas transport. The facility's proximity to Interstate 40 and the Colorado River highlights the need for robust safety measures and environmental stewardship in pipeline operations.

Environmental context

The pipeline is located in the Mojave Desert near the Colorado River, an ecologically sensitive area. The recoat project addresses corrosion protection, which is critical for preventing leaks that could impact desert ecosystems and water resources. The region's arid climate and remote setting require careful management of construction activities to minimize soil disturbance and protect native vegetation.

Frequently asked questions

The pipeline is located approximately 12.15 miles south of Interstate 40 and 13.6 miles west of Needles, California, in San Bernardino County.

The recoat project involves renewing the pipeline's coating and cathodic protection system to prevent corrosion and ensure the safe transport of natural gas.

The pipeline is regulated by the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines.

The pipeline crosses a remote desert area near the Colorado River, requiring careful management to protect local ecosystems and water resources from potential leaks.

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