Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Approves Pipeline Replacement Project

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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved a project by Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America LLC (Natural) to replace approximately 41,900 feet of pipeline in Montgomery and Liberty County, Texas. The $53 million project is aimed at complying with U.S. Department of Transportation regulations regarding recent class location changes in the area. The replacement will not result in an increase or decrease in capacity, and construction activities will be conducted within temporary workspaces used to construct the existing facilities. The environmental review of the project concluded that it meets the requirements set forth under Section 2.55(b)(3) of the Commission's regulations.

Key Takeaways:

  • Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America LLC (Natural) has received approval from FERC to replace approximately 41,900 feet of pipeline in Montgomery and Liberty County, Texas.
  • The $53 million project is aimed at complying with U.S. Department of Transportation regulations regarding recent class location changes in the area.
  • The replacement will not result in an increase or decrease in capacity, as it will use the same size pipe and not change the pipeline's overall capacity.
  • Construction activities will be conducted within temporary workspaces used to construct the existing facilities, minimizing environmental impact.
  • The environmental review of the project concluded that it meets the requirements set forth under Section 2.55(b)(3) of the Commission's regulations.
  • The project will be implemented in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation regulations and the Commission's Upland Erosion Control, Revegetation, and Maintenance Plan.

Statistics:

  • 41,900 feet of pipeline will be replaced by Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America LLC (Natural).
  • The project has a cost of $53 million.
  • The pipeline replacement is aimed at complying with U.S. Department of Transportation regulations regarding recent class location changes in the area.

Sources:

  • Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Office of Energy Projects, Division of Gas-Environment & Engineering (2025) ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT REPORT. Docket No: CP25-512-000.
  • Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America LLC (Natural) Application Received: 6/26/2025.