Overview
| Project No. | 72 |
|---|---|
| Contract No. | DTRS56-96-C-0002-011 |
| Research Award Recipient | General Physics Corporation |
| AOTR | Anne Marie Joseph |
| Researcher Contact Info | Robert Hall General Physics Columbia, MD http://www.gpworldwide.com/ |
| Project Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| Start Fiscal Year | 2000 (10/01/1999) |
| End Fiscal Year | 2001 (09/30/2001) |
| PHMSA $$ Budgeted | $32,977.19 |
Main Objective
Purpose of this study was to verify, consolidate, and evaluate data on oil spills reported to the National Response Center to determine the frequency and quantity of leaks from oil gathering lines not subject to 49 CFR Part 195 regulations. This study evaluated the frequency of leaks greater than 50 barrels and compared them with the frequency of leaks from pipelines subject to 49 CFR Part 195 regulations.
Public Abstract
Purpose of this study was to verify, consolidate, and evaluate data on oil spills reported to the National Response Center to determine the frequency and quantity of leaks from oil gathering lines not subject to 49 CFR Part 195 regulations. This study evaluated the frequency of leaks greater than 50 barrels and compared them with the frequency of leaks from pipelines subject to 49 CFR Part 195 regulations.
Status History
Final report issued 12/2001