FERC Seeks Input on Texas Gas Storage Expansion Effects
Published Date: 2/24/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is asking the public for comments on the environmental effects of a new natural gas storage expansion in Harrison County, Texas. This project could change how natural gas is stored and used in the Gulf Coast area, and your input will help shape the environmental review. Make sure to send your thoughts by March 20, 2025, so they count!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 3 costs, 0 mixed.
Landowners: Easement and Eminent Domain Risk
If you own land in Texas near the project, the pipeline company may ask you to sign an easement to build, operate, and maintain the pipeline and facilities. You do not have to agree, but if FERC approves the project the company could use eminent domain and seek condemnation in court; a judge would determine compensation under state law.
Permanent and Temporary Land Use Changes
Construction would disturb about 150.1 acres of land and the project would permanently maintain about 35.4 acres for operation of aboveground facilities and the pipeline. The remainder of disturbed land would be restored after construction.
Local Air Quality and Noise Concerns
The environmental review will evaluate potential impacts to air quality and noise from the new 5.9-mile pipeline loop and a 12,000-horsepower compressor unit in Harrison County, Texas. If you live in Texas near the project, these are issues you can comment on during the scoping period ending March 20, 2025.
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