Pipeline Security
Transportation Sector Network Management
Mission
The Pipeline Security Division within our Office of Transportation Sector Network Management (TSNM) has one clear mission – to enhance the security preparedness of the nation's hazardous liquid and natural gas pipeline systems.
To accomplish this, the division performs several key functions, including:
- Developing security programs and conducting analysis to maintain pipeline and domain awareness with particular focus on critical systems and infrastructure;
- Identifying industry best practices and lessons learned; and,
- Maintaining a dynamic modal network through effective communications with the pipeline industry and government stakeholders.
The Pipeline System Landscape in the U.S.
The national pipeline system is an extensive mode of transportation with unique infrastructure security characteristics and requirements. Virtually all the critical pipeline infrastructure is owned or operated by private entities. There are:
- 161,189 miles of hazardous liquid pipelines operated by over 200 operators
- 309,503 miles of natural gas transmission pipelines operated by over 700 operators
- 1.9 million miles of natural gas distribution pipelines operated by over 1300 operators
