About Pipelines
Pipelines are by far the safest method for transporting energy products. However, when pipeline incidents occur they can present significant risks to the public and the environment. That's why we encourage everyone in California to learn about pipelines and the products they carry, as well as a few simple steps you can take to help us ensure pipeline safety in your community.
California pipeline profile: incident and mileage data
To see California pipeline incident and mileage data click here. More...
California pipeline profile: enforcement data
To see California enforcement data click here. More...
Call Before You Dig!
Remember, before you dig or excavate, you are required by law to contact your local One-Call center and request to have underground facilities located. The call is free and there is no cost to you for the service. To contact your One-Call center dial 811, or click here for the Dig Safely Directory of toll free One-Call phone numbers. More...
Who operates pipelines in your area?
OPS and the National Pipeline Mapping System enable you to find out simply by entering your ZIP Code into a search field. More...
Who regulates pipelines in California?
OPS and the state of California share regulatory responsibilities through a cooperative agreement. California regulatory fact sheet More...
The role of the states in pipeline safety
OPS is authorized to delegate to the states all or part of the responsibility for regulation of intrastate pipelines. The National Association of Pipeline Safety Representatives (NAPSR) is an organization of state pipeline safety managers responsible for administration of their states' pipeline safety programs. Learn more. More...
Your OPS point-of-contact
Do you need a contact within OPS, or a speaker for your next community council meeting? Have questions about pipeline inspections or a pipeline’s proximity to a wetland? OPS Community Assistance & Technical Services managers are standing by to assist. More...
California web site
To see the official website for the state of California click here. More...
Pipeline News in California
You can do a keyword search for pipeline news in California at these newspapers: