Overview
| Project No. | 117 |
|---|---|
| Contract No. | DTRS56-02-D-70036 |
| Research Award Recipient | Baker |
| AOTR | Empty Value |
| Researcher Contact Info | Empty Value |
| Project Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| Start Fiscal Year | 2001 (10/01/2000) |
| End Fiscal Year | 2002 (09/30/2002) |
| PHMSA $$ Budgeted | $0.00 |
Main Objective
The focus of this research was on those pipelines transporting hazardous liquids that qualify as highly volatile liquids (HVL) per the criteria in 49 CFR 195.2. PHMSA requested, in this scope, "an approach and criteria for determining when releases from HVL segments could affect ecological and drinking water HCAs.
Public Abstract
Research conclusions were that most sources focused on the human safety aspect of vapor clouds, odors, fires and explosions, while little information was available to document specific ecological and environmental consequences. Common regulatory health standards and public safety precautions exist concerning the acute and long-term exposure effects from HVLs such as propane, n-butane, or other common liquefied petroleum gases (LPGs) (NIOSH, 2002 and ERG, 2002). The research found no standards that guide or regulate exposure from HVLs to ecosystems, flora, or fauna.
Status History
Completed, final report submitted 12/31/02.
Relevant Files & Links
Technical Reports and Documents
TTO1 Consequences of HVL Releases FinalReport.doc