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Analysis of Pipeline Burial Surveys in the Gulf of Mexico

Overview

Fast Facts

Project No. 81
Contract No. DTRS-56-95-C-0003
Research Award Recipient Texas A&M University, Texas Transportation Institute
AOTR Empty Value
Researcher Contact Info Texas A&M University System 3135 TAMU College Station, Texas 77843-3135 979-845-1713

Financial and Status Data

Project Status Closed
Start Fiscal Year 1997 (10/01/1996)
End Fiscal Year 1998 (09/30/1998)
PHMSA $$ Budgeted $0.00

Main Objective

Study was conducted to determine the need for inspections of pipeline burial depth in the Gulf of Mexico for DOT regulated pipelines.

Public Abstract

Study was conducted to determine the need for inspections of pipeline burial depth in the Gulf of Mexico for DOT regulated pipelines. Study found that current survey techniques are effective and periodic inspection is needed to asssure adequate burial depth as at least 2% of the pipelines surveyed had inadequate cover.

Relevant Files & Links

Technical Reports and Documents

Analysis of Pipeline Burial Surveys in the Gulf of Mexico.PDF

Analysis of Pipeline Burial Surveys in the Gulf of Mexico.PDF