Report a Gas Leak

If you smell a natural gas odor, hear the sound of gas escaping, or see other signs of a leak, immediately evacuate the area, and from a safe location call 1-800-427-2200.

 

About the Fence-Line Methane Monitoring System

The methane monitoring system utilizes a laser-based open path technology composed of four sensors strategically located near each of the corners of the facility, or "fence-line." [1] These sensors are being continuously monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week by SoCalGas Operations staff who oversee the system and respond accordingly as needed. Baseline conditions have been established to determine response levels.

The four monitors installed at Ventura Compressor Station measure the concentration in parts per million (ppm) of methane in the air across all four fence-lines of the facility. Methane readings can potentially be impacted by weather conditions, such as rain, wind, fog and dust, that may interrupt the beam and appear offline by displaying an "O".

See Frequently Asked Questions for more information on baseline conditions and response thresholds.

Ventura Compressor Station Fence-Line Methane Monitoring Dashboard Tutorial

 

Fence-Line Methane Monitoring Interactive Dashboard

As part of our continued commitment to maintain clear and transparent communication with the community, we've developed an interactive dashboard to allow public access of methane monitoring data collected at the Ventura Compressor Station. This interactive dashboard can be used to view the concentration levels of methane being detected in the air at each of the monitoring stations we've placed at the facility.

*The dashboard is intended for desktop mode usage

Launch Dashboard


Communications Log Link

SoCalGas will automatically record and post an entry into the Communications Log if the methane levels are elevated for 20 minutes or more. The log entry can be found here and will include updates after the investigation has been completed.

The fenceline monitoring equipment and website is for informational purposes only and does not replace existing guidance for gas leak detection. If you suspect a natural gas leak, evacuate the are immediately, and from a safe location call SoCalGas at 1-800-427-2200. If you experience any issues with this number, please call 911. 

[1] This methane monitoring site is maintained and operated by SoCalGas.

Frequently asked 
questions

For more information on the fence-line system, please visit our website at socalgas.com/Ventura.