Pipeline Safety: Standards Update—ASTM F2767
Summary
The federal government updated safety standards for pipelines that carry natural gas and other hazardous liquids by adopting new technical guidelines from ASTM International. These updates aim to make pipelines safer and more reliable by establishing clearer requirements for how pipelines should be designed, built, and maintained.
Key Points
- 1Updates pipeline safety standards to match the latest ASTM F2767 technical specifications from industry experts
- 2Applies to natural gas and hazardous liquid pipeline operators across the United States
- 3Establishes clearer requirements for pipeline design, construction, materials, and testing procedures
- 4Aims to reduce pipeline failures, leaks, and accidents that could harm public safety and the environment
- 5Pipeline companies will need to review and update their operations to comply with the new standards
Impact Assessment
If you are an energy company operating natural gas or hazardous liquid pipelines, this means you must redesign, rebuild, or modify existing infrastructure to meet new ASTM F2767 technical standards, requiring substantial capital investment and operational adjustments.
National
Significant
Key Dates
October 2, 2025
Regulatory Connections
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.