PHMSAProposed Rule
Pipeline Safety: Atmospheric Corrosion Reassessment for Pipeline Replacements
EnergyEnvironmentTransportation
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Summary
The federal government is proposing new rules for checking how rust and corrosion damage old natural gas and hazardous liquid pipelines before they are replaced. This rule matters because it helps ensure pipelines are replaced safely before they fail and cause accidents or environmental damage.
Key Points
- 1Pipeline companies must reassess how atmospheric corrosion (rust from air exposure) has damaged existing pipelines that are being replaced
- 2The new standards apply to both natural gas pipelines and pipelines carrying hazardous liquids like oil or chemicals
- 3Companies will need to document their corrosion assessments more thoroughly before deciding to replace old pipeline sections
- 4The public has until September 3, 2025 to comment on the proposed rule before it becomes final
- 5This helps prevent pipeline failures that could cause explosions, leaks, or environmental contamination in communities
Key Dates
Published
July 1, 2025
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