R-1104 L-196, L-196B-7, L-196B-1 RETIRE 9 MILES LOCATION J - Gas Pipeline in Stockton, California

R-1104 L-196, L-196B-7, L-196B-1 RETIRE 9 MILES LOCATION J is a gas pipeline facility located in Stockton, California, within San Joaquin County. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas transmission infrastructure in the region. The name suggests a retirement of approximately 9 miles of pipeline, indicating a segment-level operation within a larger pipeline system. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety in the United States. As a gas pipeline, it transports natural gas, which is subject to rigorous safety standards including pipeline integrity management, corrosion control, and leak detection. The NAICS code 486210 indicates it is classified as pipeline transportation of natural gas. This pipeline segment contributes to the natural gas supply chain serving Stockton and the broader San Joaquin Valley. The region's energy infrastructure supports residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. The retirement of older pipeline segments reflects ongoing maintenance and modernization efforts to ensure safe and reliable gas transmission. The facility's location near waterways and populated areas underscores the importance of robust safety protocols.

The pipeline is situated in Stockton, California, near the San Joaquin River and Delta waterways. Proximity to water bodies and agricultural areas requires careful monitoring to prevent leaks that could impact water quality and ecosystems. The region's Mediterranean climate with dry summers poses fire risks, making pipeline integrity and cathodic protection critical. The pipeline transports natural gas, a fossil fuel, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, but also displacing more carbon-intensive fuels.