HomeMy WebLinkAboutWBI Energy Transmission Letter I WB/ENERGY TRANSMISSION, INC.
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� Glendive, MT 59330
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An MDU Resources Group company www.wbienergy,com
� NOU ; 3 2017
November 3, 2017
C�TY QF LAURE�.
Dear Neighbor,
WBI Energy Transmission owns and operates approximately 4,000 miles of natural gas pipelines
and over 100 compressor stations. Areas of operation include Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota and
Wyoming. Much of our pipeline system is buried underground,while other facilities related to our business
are above ground (compressor stations,meter stations,valves,etc.).
You will find enclosed with this mailing a map of our pipeline that lies within your community. A _
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portion of our pipeline that lies within your community is considered a High Consequence Area or HCA.
From previous mailings you might recall that an HCA is considered to have the potential of endangering a
large number of people if a pipeline failure occurs. In general,these areas can be described as:
■ Areas that meet certain criteria of high population density
■ Areas that contain populations of impaired mobility(schools,hospitals, etc.)
■ Areas where people congregate (church facilities,parks,ball fields, etc.)
In accordance with federal regulations,WBI Energy Transmission has prepared a plan for managing
the integrity of the pipeline that lies within this HCA. Our goal is to protect people, property and the
environment through pipeline damage prevention measures. These measures include routine inspections
and maintenance, corrosion protection, integrity management, continuous monitoring, public awareness
programs and emergency response plans. Toward these goals,it is important that you are familiar with our
pipeline facilities in your community and the safety information contained on the back of this letter. Only
by working together can we achieve the highest standard of safe operation of the pipeline.
Thank you for taking the time to allow me to share this important information. WBI Energy
Transmission hopes you have a better understanding of our commitment to the safety of the communities
where we are located. If you notice any suspicious activity near our pipeline, call our emergency number 1-
888-859-7291. If you have questions or would like further information, please contact me at (406) 359-
3316 or email c�an.��rYr��nC�wbienergy.cem. ---- ----- - -- - —
Sincerely,
Don Jotinson
Pipeline Safety Awareness Coordinator
24-hour emergency number: 1-888-859-7291
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� Most pipeline accidents occur when individuals dig and are not aware of buried
pipelines. Help prevent pipeline incidents by knowing what is buried below. Call
811 before you dig. IT'S FREE, AND IT'S THE LAW! Calling 811 starts the
����b��� process of informing owners and operators of underground utilities of your
������ proposed excavation. Call at least 2 business days before excavation to allow
underground utilities to be marked.
Pipeline markers
Because pipelines are underground, pipeline markers warn that a 4:�, �-�-
buried pipeline is located in the area. WBI Energy Transmission's �������� �
emergency phone number can be found on all pipeline markers.
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If a pipeline is damaged, even if the damage only appears to be �
minor, please notify us immediately. It is important that we � =;��CALL TOtL FftEE 1 888 855E72�1 .,�i ;�_ `Y
evaluate and have the opportunity to inspect and repair any "r� �� `�'"�' "`"``"`�`"` _ �-
damage,no matter how minor. "� � '�� �
How to recognize a leak
Natural gas is a colorless, odorless gas that is lighter than air. Because natural gas is odorless, odorant is
added to help consumers smell gas should a leak occur. However, you may not always be able to detect a
leak by smell.
There are several other ways to detect an underground leak:
■ A hissing sound
■ Dirt being blown or thrown into the air
■ Water being blown into the air at a pond,creek or river
■ Dead grass /vegetation or a dry spot in a moist field
• Fire apparently coming from the ground or burning above the ground
In case of emergency
If released, natural gas will rise and diffuse rapidly. If you are in the area of a leaking or damaged pipeline,
leave the area quickly. Do not turn on lights, smoke or anything that may cause a spark. Only use a phone
when in a safe location. Remember emergency contact information can be found on all pipeline markers.
Pipeline emergency action will begin the moment we are notified of a situation. WBI Energy Transmission
personnel and equipment will be dispatched to identify the emergency, control the flow of gas and make
necessary repairs.We will coordinate our actions with fire,police and other public officials.
Fire, police and other public officials participating in a pipeline emergency shall do whatever they deem
necessary to safeguard the public and property. If gas ignition has not occurred, precautions should be
taken to prevent ignition. Do not extinguish burning gas. And please do not operate valves on our
pipelines.
24-hour emergency number: 1-888-859-7291
WBI Energy Transmission Pipelines within Yellowstone County, MT
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