Monthly inspection patrols and leak detection surveys

official summaryN.J.A.C. 14:7-1.20 requires monthly patrols of pipelines in Class 3 and 4 locations. This is proposed for amendment to clarify the factors that the operator must consider in determining when more frequent leak surveys are necessary.#

adopted amendment14:7-1.20 Monthly inspection patrols and leak detection surveys (a) (No change.) (b) An operator shall perform leak detection surveys on all bare and coated cathodically unprotected steel distribution lines, at intervals that are, at a minimum, consistent with 49 CFR 192.723. In addition, the operator shall perform more frequent surveys as the operator deems necessary based on leak history, number of leaks reported by the public, population density, and operating pressure. (c)-(f) (No change.)#