Overview
| Project No. | 8 |
|---|---|
| Contract No. | DOT-RC-82037 |
| Research Award Recipient | Arthur D. Little |
| AOTR | Empty Value |
| Researcher Contact Info | Acorn Park Cambridge, MA 02140 |
| Project Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| Start Fiscal Year | 1978 (10/01/1977) |
| End Fiscal Year | 1979 (09/30/1979) |
| PHMSA $$ Budgeted | $0.00 |
Main Objective
Study quantitatively evaluates the current and future levels of risk associated with LNG trucking operations from Everett and to compare those risks with risks associated with other activities and with alternate transportation modes. In addition, the effects of possible risk control options were evaluated.
Public Abstract
The Materials Transportation Board and state/local governments were interested in evaluating botht he current and future risks associated with LNG trucking operations from Everett, and were also interested in evaluating risks associated with potential alternate transportation modes such as barge or rail transport. Effects of possible risk control operations include shipping route changes, training programs, emergency response plans, and comparison with eqivalent trucked liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
Status History
Complete.