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Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company Submits Cumberland Project Status Report

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Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, L.L.C. has filed a status report with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for the Cumberland Project, detailing the work completed and planned for the period of June 9 through June 15, 2025. The report outlines the progress made in obtaining necessary federal authorizations, construction activities, and efforts to mitigate environmental impacts.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Cumberland Project received all necessary federal authorizations for construction.
  • Mobilization of project personnel, equipment, and materials continued during the reporting period.
  • Construction activities included staking of the project's limits of disturbance, installation of environmental signage, and pre-construction documentation.
  • Grubbing activities and removal of mulch were in progress, with preparation of access roads and installation of erosion control devices also underway.
  • Test drills to check for rock were conducted, and grading activities commenced.
  • Work planned for the next reporting period includes continued mobilization, staking, and installation of bridges and erosion control devices.
  • A schedule for trenching activities in environmentally sensitive areas is provided, detailing the anticipated crossing dates for various water bodies.
  • No problem areas or instances of non-compliance were issued by the Environmental Inspector during this reporting period.
  • No landowner/resident complaints were received, and no correspondence from other permitting agencies was received concerning instances of non-compliance.

Statistics:

  • 21 water bodies greater than 10 feet wide are listed for anticipated trenching, with specific crossing dates provided.
  • The project's construction activities commenced on June 9, 2025, with mobilization of personnel, equipment, and materials.
  • Grading activities began on June 9, 2025, and continued through June 15, 2025.
  • Environmental signage and pre-construction documentation were installed throughout the reporting period.
  • No landowner/resident complaints or compliance issues were reported.

Sources:

  • Environmental Condition No. 8 of the Commission's Order Issuing Certificate (2024)
  • Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, L.L.C., 186 FERC P 61,046 (2024)
  • Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, L.L.C. ("TGP") Cumberland Project ("Project"), Docket No. CP22-493-000 Weekly Status Report Reporting Period: June 9, 2025 through June 15, 2025

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