Gas pipeline rules adopt a newer standard for internal corrosion checks
Federal gas pipeline safety rules switch to a newer edition of industry standard SP0206, the method for internal corrosion direct assessment of pipelines carrying dry natural gas, replacing a much older edition. A comment about a broken web link did not block it.
Who it affects
Natural gas transmission pipeline operators
When
This rule takes effect on January 1, 2027.
- : Published in the Federal Register
- : This rule takes effect
Official text
FR Doc. 2026-15574: Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-NACE SP0206
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