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2019 Safety of Hazardous Liquid Pipelines Performance Measures

HL Outside of HCA Performance Measures

Since 2020, hazardous liquid pipeline operators have been required to annually submit data for inspection, repair, and assessment of pipeline facilities outside of could affect High Consequence Areas (HCA). PHMSA uses data from these reports, which are due on June 15th for the previous calendar year, to summarize industry progress on assessing pipeline facilities outside of could affect HCA.

2019 Safety of Hazardous Liquid Pipelines Communication

Operator compliance with the pipeline safety regulations is critical to preventing pipeline accidents and incidents. Goals of PHMSA's outreach program for the 2019 Safety of Hazardous Liquid Pipelines are to expand awareness and knowledge of the final rule to PHMSA stakeholders through outreach and education by:

2019 Safety of Hazardous Liquid Pipelines Fact Sheet

In response to these mandates, recommendations, lessons learned, and public input, PHMSA is making certain amendments to the Pipeline Safety Regulations affecting hazardous liquid pipelines. The first and second amendments extend reporting requirements to certain hazardous liquid gravity and rural gathering lines not currently regulated by PHMSA.

2019 Safety of Hazardous Liquid Pipelines Overview

In response to congressional mandates, NTSB and GAO recommendations, lessons learned, and public input, PHMSA is amending the Pipeline Safety Regulations to improve the safety of pipelines transporting hazardous liquids.

Pending Pipeline Interpretations

Pipeline operators and other stakeholders may request a written regulatory interpretation pursuant to 49 CFR 190.11(b). PHMSA makes available online each incoming interpretation request and allows for the submission of public comment. Before issuing a written interpretation, PHMSA will consider comments received on or before the comment closing date. Comments will not be responded to directly. Any comments received after the closing date will be considered if practicable.