Storage Integrity Management
BHE GT&S’s Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage operates 17 underground storage fields with a total operating storage design capacity of approximately 756 Bcf, of which approximately 300 Bcf is the working gas capacity of natural gas storage fields that EGTS owns. Our natural gas storage assets are located in New York, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
Storage Well-Specific Safety Information
- For your safety, we require permanent structures to be kept a minimum of 100 feet from natural gas wells unless otherwise specified in the easement agreement.
- Be aware that most of our wells have pipelines connected to them. It would be a good practice to familiarize yourself with the safety regulations and recommended practices associated with natural gas pipelines.
- If you suspect a problem, please call the local BHE GT&S 24-hr emergency number:
- EGTS: 888-264-8240
For more information about natural gas storage wells and their locations, please visit your state’s environmental agency website:
Storage Integrity Management Program Strategy
BHE GT&S supports a culture of integrity management in order to align itself with the spirit of the regulation. In compliance with 49 CFR Part §192.12, we will support storage asset integrity activities with (1) a written Storage Integrity Management Program, (2) analysis, and (3) the evaluation and performance improvements necessary to manage risks to the integrity of our storage systems.
Storage Integrity Management Program
BHE GT&S has always placed a high priority on safety and compliance. We embrace the goals of improving natural gas storage safety and raising the public confidence with natural gas storage as we continue to ensure safe operations of our infrastructure,and comply with the federal requirements for a storage integrity management program. For information about BHE GT&S' pipeline integrity management programs click here.
Recognizing a Leak
By sight: Discolored or abnormally dry soil/vegetation, continuous bubbling in wet or flooded areas, and vaporous fogs or blowing dirt around a well or pipeline area can all be signs of a release. Dead or discolored plants in an otherwise healthy area of vegetation or frozen ground in warm weather are other possible signs. Natural gas is colorless, but vapor and ground frosting may be visible at high pressures
By sound: Volume can range from a quiet hissing to a loud roar depending on the size of the leak and pressure of the system
By smell: A rotten egg odor will sometimes accompany natural gas leaks. However, please note that although many companies do transport odorized natural gas, gas in transmission pipelines and wells is not required to contain odorant.
Natural Gas Storage Pools
