Three pipelines cross an unnamed waterway in New Mexico. Sparse vegetation grows in soil composed of clay and sand. Heavy rainfalls have eroded the soil, resulting in headcutting and streambed degradation that exposed one of the pipelines. The project area was graded to create uniform contours, followed by the installation of a system of Submar
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Pipeline exposure is a long-term maintenance issue for the oil and natural gas pipeline industry, but often pipeline exposure is prevented with an investment in pipeline erosion control. The short-term, upfront costs of implementing an erosion control program pale in comparison to the cost of having to reverse pipeline exposure.
Read More...When building a pipeline in a stream or low-lying area, pipeline erosion is a major concern. There are multiple pipeline erosion control techniques available; one of the quickest and most efficient is brush layering.
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One of the many methods frequently used to minimize pipeline erosion is known as longitudinal peaked stone toe protection (LPSTP).
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Another streambank stabilization method is live siltation.
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One pipeline erosion control measure that is easy to implement and cost-effective is the installation of brush mattresses.
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One of the most effective methods for streambank stabilization is the use of compost blankets. Compost blankets are layers of compost that help to secure the topsoil on a streambank and encourage vegetative growth.
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One product used to fight pipeline erosion is compost berms.
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What Is Pipeline Coating? Pipeline coating is used as a cost-effective way to maintain the integrity of a line. Coatings are an excellent solution because they help to mitigate the risks of corrosion significantly.
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When a company digs a trench to install pipelines, the flow of water should be a significant concern. This is the case for companies installing pipes underwater as well as those installing pipelines on land. If companies fail to account for this, pipeline exposure may grow into a severe problem. Pipeline exposure tends to be
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