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Pipelines in Minnesota may include large-diameter lines carrying energy products to population centers, as well as small-diameter lines that may deliver natural gas to businesses and households in your neighborhood. The energy products carried in pipelines fuel our lives and our livelihoods. They heat our homes and schools, power our industrial base and enable our daily commutes.
Pipelines are by far the safest method for transporting energy products. However, when pipeline incidents occur they can present significant risks to the public and the environment. That's why we encourage everyone in Minnesota to learn about pipelines and the products they carry, as well as a few simple steps you can take to help us ensure pipeline safety in your community.
Minnesota pipeline profile: incident and mileage data
To see Minnesota pipeline incident and mileage data click here. More...
Call Before You Dig!
Remember, before you dig or excavate, you are required by law to contact your local One-Call center and request to have underground facilities located. The call is free and there is no cost to you for the service. To contact your One-Call center dial 811, or click here for the Dig Safely Directory of toll free One-Call phone numbers. More...
Who operates the pipelines in your area?
OPS and the National Pipeline Mapping System enable you to find out simply by entering your ZIP Code into a search field. More...
Pipeline News in Minnesota
You can do a keyword search for pipeline news in Minnesota at these newspapers:
- Duluth News Tribune
- The Minnesota Daily
- Twin Cities Pioneer Press
- Minneapolis Tribune
- Rochester Bulletin
Who regulates pipelines in Minnesota?
OPS and the state of Minnesota share regulatory responsibilities through a cooperative agreement. Minnesota regulatory fact sheet More...
Your OPS point-of-contact
Do you need a contact within OPS, or a speaker for your next community council meeting? Have questions about pipeline inspections or a pipeline’s proximity to a wetland? OPS Community Assistance & Technical Services managers are standing by to assist. CATS
Minnesota web site
To see the official website for the state of Minnesota click here. More...
The role of the states in pipeline safety
OPS is authorized to delegate to the states all or part of the responsibility for regulation of intrastate pipelines. The National Association of Pipeline Safety Representatives (NAPSR) is an organization of state pipeline safety managers responsible for administration of their states' pipeline safety programs. Learn more. More...