Pipelines in Alaska 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 Alaska 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.
Alaska pipeline profile: incident and mileage data
To see Alaska pipeline incident and mileage data click here. More...
How does PHMSA's Pipeline Safety Research and Development address Alaska and Arctic issues?
Gain an understanding of pipeline safety research & development efforts relating to Alaska issues. 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...
Alaska's Joint Pipeline Office (JPO)
A dozen state and federal agencies cooperate within the JPO to "work proactively with Alaska's oil and gas industry to safely operate, protect the environment, and continue transporting oil and gas in compliance with legal requirements". The JPO website contains information for students, industry participants, whistle-blowers and anyone else interested in Alaskan energy issues -- past, present and future. More...
Pipeline News in Alaska
You can do a keyword search for pipeline news in Alaska at these newspapers:
Who regulates pipelines in Alaska?
OPS and the state of Alaska share regulatory responsibilities through a cooperative agreement. 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
Alaska web site
To see the official web site for the state of Alaska 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...