Overview
| Project No. | 124 |
|---|---|
| Contract No. | DTRS56-03-X-044 |
| Research Award Recipient | Scandpower Risk Management, Inc. 11490 Westheimer Road Houston, TX 77077-6800 |
| AOTR | Robert Smith |
| Researcher Contact Info | Scandpower Risk Management, Inc. 11490 Westheimer Road Houston, TX Ph: 281-496-9898 www.scandpower.com |
| Project Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| Start Fiscal Year | 2003 (10/01/2002) |
| End Fiscal Year | 2004 (10/01/2003) |
| PHMSA $$ Budgeted | $36,315.00 |
Main Objective
This study will identify the different disposal options available for pipelines abandonded or removed from the Gulf of Mexico. The options will be assessed with regard to feasibility, safety and cost, and compared in a manner that will assist the industry to make risk-based decisions regarding the proper disposal of subsea pipelines.
Public Abstract
After many years of oil and gas operations in The Gulf Of Mexico (GOM), a number of pipelines may require abandonment or removal during the coming years. What to do with these pipelines will be an important issue in the future. This study will identify the different disposal options available, assess them with regard to feasibility, safety and cost, and finally compare them in a manner that will assist the industry to make risk based decisions regarding the proper disposal of subsea pipelines.
Relevant Files & Links
Final Report
Final Report dated August 04
Technical Reports and Documents
Final Presentation.
Presentation by Scandpower to Minerals Management Services on project kick-off, July 29th, 2003.