Pipeline & Storage
CP11-512-000 Line N 2012 Expansion Project
On July 8, 2011, National Fuel Gas Supply Corporation, the Pipeline and Storage segment of National Fuel Gas Company, filed an application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) at Docket Number CP11-512-000, to construct 4.85 miles of new 24-inch pipeline along with added compression and related facilities in Washington County, Pennsylvania. The proposed Line N 2012 Expansion Project ("the Project") will enable National Fuel to transport additional capacity and will improve the reliability of the existing pipeline system, which transports natural gas from the Appalachian region to markets throughout the northeast.
The Project will consist of the following: the construction of approximately 4.85 miles of 24-inch pipeline parallel to National Fuel's existing 20-inch Line N; the installation of an additional 20,620 horsepower of compression via the construction of two additional compression units at National Fuel's existing Buffalo Compressor Station; the installation of several segments of National Fuel's existing Line N at four road crossings; and the conversion of approximately 4.85 miles of National Fuel's existing Line N and four road crossings in Washington County to inactive status for possible future use. We anticipate construction to begin in Spring 2012 and an in-service date of November 2012.
PROPOSED PROJECT TIMELINE |
| Spring-Summer 2011 |
Environmental and Engineering Studies |
| July 8, 2011 |
Submit application to FERC |
| Fall 2011 |
Begin Right-of-way acquisition |
| March 2012 |
Anticipate FERC approval |
| April 2012 |
Begin compressor station construction |
| Spring 2012 |
Begin pipeline construction |
| Summer-Fall 2012 |
Begin restoration activities |
| November 2012 |
In-service date |
| Summer 2013 |
Remaining restoration; monitor crop yields |
For Landowners
A public meeting was held on February 15, 2011 at the location below, in order to provide information on the Project and how it may affect property owners and others in the area.
DATE & TIME |
MEETING LOCATION |
ADDRESS |
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
7 p.m. |
Cambria Suites |
451 Racetrack Road
Washington, PA 15302 |
Company representatives have been surveying the property on the proposed pipeline route. These surveys will provide the data needed to determine the most suitable route for this pipeline project. Factors used in making this determination include, but are not limited to: environmental or archeological sensitivity, the presence of threatened and endangered species, pipeline engineering issues, site conditions (including locations of buildings, drain tiles, wells and other natural and manmade features), geological conditions and cost.
Once the final route is selected, affected property owners will be offered fair compensation for the use of their land and for temporary economic loss caused by construction. Historically, the presence of a natural gas pipeline, which is buried a minimum of three feet underground, has not reduced property values. In addition, National Fuel is committed to restoring the areas affected during construction to original or better condition, and allowing the continued use of the land for agricultural and recreational purposes.
More information about landowners' rights and ways to become involved in this process can be found on FERC's website: http://www.ferc.gov/for-citizens/get-involved.asp.
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A copy of the complete filing as submitted to FERC can be viewed at the following area libraries:
Citizens Library
55 South College Street
Washington, PA 15301
Avella Area Library Center
11 School Street
Avella, PA 15312
Docket No. CP11-512.