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PHMSA HIGHLIGHTS

June 15, 2021

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PHMSA BY THE NUMBERS

 * 2.8 Million
   Miles of Regulated Pipelines
 * 1 Million
   Daily Shipments of Hazardous Materials
 * 17,000
   Underground Natural Gas Storage Wells
 * 1.6 Billion
   Tons of Hazardous Materials Shipped Annually by All Modes
 * 64%
   of U.S. Energy Commodities Transported by Pipeline


SAFETY INITIATIVES

 * Lithium Battery Guide for Shippers
   
   This compliance resource was prepared to assist shippers to safely package
   lithium cells and batteries for transport by all modes according to the
   latest (May 11, 2020; HM-215O) regulatory requirements.

 * Check the Box Campaign
   
   Unsure if you're shipping Hazmat? DOT's Check the Box Can Help.

 * Protecting Underground Pipelines
   
   Ensuring the practice of safe digging to prevent and eliminate excavation
   damage.


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processes, as well as the ability to search existing approvals and permits.



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