FERC Inspection Report: Enable Gas Transmission, LLC's Line A-South MAOP Reconfirmation Project Met Environmental Regulations

Strategic Insights -

On August 28, 2025, an inspection of Enable Gas Transmission, LLC's (EGT) Line-A South MAOP Reconfirmation Project was conducted by environmental staff from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. The inspection aimed to determine EGT's compliance with FERC's environmental regulations and the quality of restoration work done on the pipeline construction right-of-way (ROW). The inspection found that EGT had successfully completed the project, meeting all the required environmental standards.

Key Takeaways:

  • The inspection was conducted on August 28, 2025, and covered approximately 80% of the affected ROW, where the FERC staff observed stable ROW with no erosion or contouring issues.
  • EGT had installed approximately 10,581 feet of interstate natural gas transmission pipeline to meet the US Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazards Materials Safety Administration requirements.
  • Restoration and revegetation of the affected lands were acceptable, with 80% of the revegetation being complete and the remaining 20% to be completed in the future.
  • Erosion control devices (silt fences) installed on-site remained in place and can be removed as part of routine maintenance operations.
  • No instances of noncompliance or problem areas were observed, and a follow-up letter is not required at this time.

The inspection found that the EGT had taken all the necessary measures to meet the environmental regulations and maintain the ROW in a stable condition. The review of the project's progress and environmental compliance indicates that the project was done in accordance with the requirements.

Statistics:

  • Approximately 10,581 feet of interstate natural gas transmission pipeline were installed to meet the US Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazards Materials Safety Administration requirements.
  • The inspection covered approximately 80% of the affected ROW.
  • 80% of the revegetation was complete, with the remaining 20% to be completed in the future.
  • The FERC staff observed stable ROW with no erosion or contouring issues.

Sources:

  • 1 FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION FIELD INSPECTION REPORT, Date: August 28, 2025
  • Field Inspection Report, Document Accession #: 20250926-3005 Filed Date: 09/26/2025