Protection from Hazards

§ 192.317 Protection from Hazards#

(a)The operator must take all practicable steps to protect each transmission line or main from washouts, floods, unstable soil, landslides, or other hazards that may cause the pipeline to move or to sustain abnormal loads.#

(b)Each aboveground transmission line or main must be protected from accidental damage by vehicular traffic or other similar causes, either by being placed at a safe distance from the traffic or by installing barricades.#

(c)Pipelines, including pipe risers in inland navigable waters must be protected from accidental damage by vessels.#