Kinder Morgan Seeks Approval for 3-Mile Louisiana Pipeline Boost
Published Date: 3/24/2026
Notice
Summary
Kinder Morgan Louisiana Pipeline wants to build a new 3-mile pipeline extension and upgrade some facilities in Texas and Louisiana to move more natural gas—up to 1.3 million Dth per day! This $112 million project aims to bring fresh gas supplies to more places. If you’re interested, you’ve got until the intervention deadline to speak up or get involved.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
New Pipeline Adds Capacity
Kinder Morgan filed to build a 3.05-mile, 48-inch mainline extension (plus short connecting pipe segments) and related facilities that KMLP says will enable transport of up to 1,300,000 Dth per day. The company estimates the total Project cost is $112,000,000 and the work affects Jefferson County, Texas; Cameron Parish, Louisiana; and Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana.
Public Comment and Intervention Rights
Any person may file comments, protests, or a motion to intervene in Docket CP26-136-000 at no fee; to be a party you must file a motion to intervene by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on April 9, 2026. Only intervenors have the right to request rehearing of Commission orders and subsequently challenge orders in the U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeal.
Clean Water Act Section 401 Requirement
KMLP stated that a water quality certificate under Clean Water Act section 401 is required for the project from the Railroad Commission of Texas; KMLP should submit the request for certification and either the certifying agency's decision or evidence of waiver to FERC. This requirement pertains to the project's compliance with water quality certification procedures in Texas.
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