Federal Register #CP26-148-000

Pipeline Modification Project for Longwall Mining in Pennsylvania (Texas Eastern Transmission, LP)

This opportunity concerns a major pipeline modification project in Pennsylvania, overseen by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) under the Department of Energy. - Government Buyer: - Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Department of Energy - Project Overview: - Application by Texas Eastern Transmission, LP for the Longwall Mining Panel M2/M3 Project - Involves excavation, elevation, and replacement of segments of four natural gas pipelines - Pipeline segments: 1.2 miles of Line 10 (30-inch), 1.1 miles of Line 15 (30-inch), 1.2 miles of Line 25 (36-inch), 0.9 miles of Line 30 (36-inch) - Includes associated appurtenant facilities - Project location: Richhill Township, Greene County, Pennsylvania - Purpose: - Maintain safe and efficient pipeline operation during planned longwall mining by CONSOL Energy, Inc. - No changes to pipeline capacity or maximum allowable operating pressures - Estimated Project Cost: - $142.2 million - Regulatory Requirements: - Water quality certification required from Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection - Public intervention deadline established - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs, vendors, or part numbers identified in the notice - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Project must not alter certificated design capacities or operating pressures - Compliance with state water quality certification - Coordination with mining activities by CONSOL Energy, Inc.

Description

Texas Eastern Transmission, LP has filed an application under section 7(c) of the Natural Gas Act requesting authorization for its Longwall Mining Panel M2/M3 Project. The project involves excavating, elevating, and replacing segments of four existing pipelines in Greene County, Pennsylvania, to maintain safe operation during planned mining activities. The estimated cost of the project is $142.2 million, with no changes to design capacities or operating pressures. The notice establishes a deadline for intervention and provides details on how to participate in the regulatory process.

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