FERC Seeks Comments on Gas Pipeline's Environmental Footprint
Published Date: 2/11/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is asking the public to share their thoughts on the environmental effects of Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage’s new Capital Area Project in parts of Pennsylvania and Virginia. This project could change local landscapes and communities, so your input will help shape the environmental review before any construction starts. Make sure to send your comments by March 6, 2025, to have your voice heard!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Landowners: Easement Offers and Eminent Domain
If you are a landowner receiving this notice, a pipeline representative may contact you to negotiate an easement to construct, operate, and maintain the proposed facilities. You are not required to accept an easement, but if FERC approves the project the Natural Gas Act conveys the right of eminent domain to the company, which could lead to condemnation proceedings in court where a judge determines compensation under state law.
Construction Land Use: 64 Acres, 42.5 Permanent
The project would use 64.0 acres of land during construction, of which 42.5 acres would be permanent impacts. Construction would use about 33.7 acres within existing station fence lines, 23.8 acres of temporary workspace outside existing facilities, and 6.6 acres for expansion of the Chambersburg Compressor Station; temporary workspaces would be restored after construction.
Increased Natural Gas Delivery Capacity (+67,500 Dth/d)
The project would enable Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage to deliver an additional 67,500 dekatherms per day (Dth/d) of natural gas for delivery to local natural gas utilities in Frederick County, Maryland, and Loudoun County, Virginia. The capacity increase is achieved by adding compressor units and facility modifications at existing compressor stations in Pennsylvania and Virginia.
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