PHMSA - Library

Library

Pipeline public electronic information files can be found here under one of the categories listed below. For any information not found you may solicit the Office of Pipeline Safety under the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA) and receive it if it is available. For more information on how to obtain files through FOIA, click the FOIA link on the right.

Topics of Interest

User Fee Assessment

PRIMIS Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Pipeline FAQs

Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)

Congressional Annual Reports

List of Operator Names and Operator Identification Numbers

Pipeline Safety Act of 2002

GAO Report for FY 2000 (PDF)

	Research & Development
	Coordination and dissemination of Pipeline Safety R&D information.

Regulatory Development

Risk Management Library

	Training Publications
	Available for operators of various types and sizes of system

	Glossary
	Pipeline terms and definitions.

Alphabetical List of More Documents

Accountable Pipeline Safety and Partnership Act of 1996

Statutes and Mandates

Accountable Pipeline and Safety Partnership Act of 1996

Statutes and Mandates

Call Before You Dig

Collaborative Framework for the Office of Pipeline Safety Cost-Benefit Analyses, Cost Benefit Report

Note: This is a final edition of this document.

Sep 2, 1999

Compliance and State Programs

Cost-Benefit Analysis of Pipeline Mapping, Appendix A

Note: This is a final edition of this document.

Sep 2, 1999

Emergency Special Permits

What are they and how to request one.

Extending Gas Integrity Management Reassessment Intervals Agenda

Jan 18, 2008

Feasibility Determination of Remotely Controlled Valves (RCV) on Interstate Natural Gas Pipelines

Sep 2, 1999

Federal/State Authorities: State Programs

Guidance Manual for Operators of Small Natural Gas Systems (June 2002 Edition)

The natural gas pipeline industry consists of transmission and distribution companies. These pipeline systems can be simple or complicated. However, all gas pipeline companies are held to the same safety standards.

Jun 3, 2002

Hazardous Liquid Grant Alocation

Hazardous Liquid Pipelines Transporting Ethanol, Ethanol Blends, and other Biofuels

Notice of Policy Statement and request for comments

IMP Special Permits Presentation

Draft of the presentation to be given at the meeting

Dec 5, 2007

Interagency Research and Development Five-Year Program Plan

For Pipeline Safety and Integrity, Annual Update Report Fiscal Year 2007

Dec 17, 2007

Internal Corrosion Control

A Regulatory Requirements Adequacy Review

Dec 31, 2007

Leak Detection Technology Study

As Required by Pub.L. No.109-468, The Pipeline Inspection, Protection, Enforcement and Safety Act of 2006

Dec 31, 2007

Location Map: Pipeline Office of Training & Qualifications

MAOP Determination

Memoranda of Understanding

NAPSR/NARUC

Natural Gas Grant Allocation

OQ Audit Issues 8-13-01

Aug 13, 2001

OQ Guide - Table of Contents

Apr 1, 2004

OQ Guide for Small Distribution Systems

Apr 1, 2004

OQ Implementation Issues (2003)

May 6, 2003

OQ Update 2005:
Operator Qualification Rules

Aug 24, 2005

Odorization Papers

Oil Pollution Act of 1990 Facility Response Plans

Operator Qualification
History & Milestones

The OQ Program stems from a mandate in 1992 and continues through present Pipeline Safety Acts. Read the entire history.

Apr 2, 2004

Operator Responsibility Diagrams

Pipeline State Listing

Listing of NASPR State Representatives.

Protecting Unusually Sensitive Areas from Rural Onshore Hazardous Liquid Gathering Lines and Low-stress Lines

Docket No. PHMSA-2003-15864; Notice 4 RIN 2137–AD98

Response Options for Pipeline Operators in Compliance Proceedings

Options and guidance for operators involved in compliance proceedings.

State Partners

State Pipeline Safety Programs - CY 2008

STATES PARTICIPATING IN THE FEDERAL/STATE COOPERATIVE GAS AND HAZARDOUS LIQUID PIPELINE SAFETY PROGRAMS

May 6, 2008

Supplemental SCC Questinnaire

Gas Transmission or Liquid Pipeline

Mar 17, 2006

Technical Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety Standards Committee (THLPSSC) Charter

Technical Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety Standards Committee Charter (THLPSSC)

Jun 3, 2006

Technical Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety Standards Committee (THLPSSC) Roster

Technical Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety Standards Committee Roster 2007-2010 Appointments

May 6, 2009

Technical Pipeline Safety Standards Committee (TPSSC) Charter

Technical Pipeline Safety Standards Committee Charter

Jun 3, 2006

Technical Pipeline Safety Standards Committee (TPSSC) Roster

Technical Pipeline Safety Standards Committee Roster

May 6, 2009

Top OQ Issues to Date (2004)

Dec 2, 2004

Training Guide for Operators of Small LP Gas Systems (April 2001 Ed.)

This manual for operators of small LP gas systems was developed to provide an overview of pipeline compliance responsibilities under the Federal pipeline safety regulations. It is designed for the non-technically trained person who operates a master meter system, a small municipal system, or small independent system.

Apr 1, 2001

User Fee Asessment

PIPES Act Signed

On December 29th President Bush signed HR 5782, the Pipeline Inspection, Protection, Enforcement and Safety Act (PIPES Act) of 2006. It will greatly improve safety and strengthen Federal and state pipeline safety programs. Implementing the new law will be a priority for PHMSA in 2007 and beyond. Outreach and discussion has begun on HAZMAT reauthorization which will be an issue in the next (2007) Congress.

	Pipes Act (PDF)
	You can also read the text-only version.

Small Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act

The Small Business and Agricultural Regulatory Enforcement Ombudsman and 10 Regional Fairness Boards were established to receive comments from small businesses about federal agency enforcement actions. The Ombudsman will annually evaluate the enforcement activities and rate each agency's responsiveness to small business. If you wish to comment on the enforcement actions of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, call 1-888-REG-FAIR (1-888-734-3247).