Shippingport Lateral Project
National Fuel Gas Supply Corporation (Supply), a subsidiary of National Fuel Gas Company, plans to construct various new pipeline facilities in Beaver County, Pennsylvania to support new natural gas demand at the Shippingport Industrial Park located in Shippingport Borough, Pennsylvania.
About the Project
The Shippingport Lateral Project will consist of:
- Construction of approximately 7 miles of new 24-inch diameter high-strength carbon steel pipeline and related facilities, located in Independence and Raccoon Townships, and Shippingport Borough, Beaver County, Pennsylvania;
- Construction of a new measurement and regulation station at the Shippingport Industrial Park;
- Construction of a pipeline tie-in to connect the proposed Line N20B5 to Supply’s existing Line N20, located in Independence Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; and
- Minor modifications at Supply’s existing Mercer Station, located in Jefferson Township, MercerCounty, Pennsylvania
Project Map
Positive Economic Impacts on Region and Community
- Investing approximately $50 million in Southwest Pennsylvania.
- Creating approximately 200 jobs during construction.
- Supporting local businesses during construction and operation.
Proposed Timeline
| Timeframe | Project Status |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | Held landowner information session |
| March - July 2025 | Conducted survey, environmental and engineering studies of preferred route |
| August - November 2025 | Submit applications for regulatory approvals |
| February 2026 | Received all environmental permits and commenced timber clearing and site activities |
| March 2026 | Commenced pipeline construction |
| Fall 2026 | Target in-service date |
Pipeline Safety
- Safe and reliable pipe, materials and equipment with proven safety management system.
- Outstanding safety record.
- Pipeline facilities are constructed and maintained to meet or exceed federal safety code:
- High strength carbon steel pipe with modern fusion bonded epoxy coating.
- Coating protected with Rockshield and/or select screened backfill.
- Minimum 3 foot of cover.
- 100% of welds are X-rayed.
- Hydrostatic test.
- Remote control valves.
- Proven Construction Quality Management System
- System monitored 24/7/365 by National Fuel Gas Control.
- Regulated and inspected by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
About the Company
National Fuel Gas Company, incorporated in 1902, is a diversified energy company with a long-standing history and presence in New York and Pennsylvania. National Fuel Gas Supply Corporation is part of National Fuel Gas Company’s Pipeline & Storage Segment, owning and operating more than 2,400 miles of interstate natural gas pipelines.
Contact Information
Anthony Limina
Director
Commercial Services
LiminaA@natfuel.com
1-716-857-7924