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Project Information
Introduction
On April 15, 2024, FERC staff approved DeLa Express, LLC’s request to enter into the FERC’s Pre-filing Environmental Review Process (Pre-filing Process) for the planned DeLa Express Project (Project). More information may be found in FERC Docket No. PF24-4-000 in FERC's eLibrary.
DeLa Express Project Pipeline Route and Facilities
The Project is designed to transport natural gas from the Permian Basin in West Texas to markets in and around Lake Charles, Louisiana. DeLa Express plans to construct over 750 miles of natural gas pipeline and associated facilities including 9 new compressor stations across 27 Texas counties and 1 Louisiana parish.
DeLa Express Open House Schedule
City |
Date |
Time |
Location |
Beaumont, TX |
June 3, 2024 |
11am-1pm; and |
Central Park Community Center 2925 Fannin St, Beaumont, TX 77701 |
Vinton, LA |
June 4, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
Ward 7 Recreation Center 1615 Horridge St, Vinton, LA 70668 |
Liberty, TX |
June 5, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
Harvest Event Center 9775 N Hwy 146, Liberty, TX 77575 |
Cleveland, TX |
June 6, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
SJP Ranch Events Venue 2646 Farm to Market 1010 Rd, Cleveland, TX 77327 |
Huntsville, TX |
June 10, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
Walker County Fair Association 3925 SH 30, Huntsville, TX 77340 |
Hearne, TX |
June 11, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
City of Hearne: Clubhouse 405 Norwood Lane, Hearne, TX 77859 |
Moody, TX |
June 12, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
Bammie Moore Hall 508 Avenue E, Moody, TX 76557 |
Gatesville, TX |
June 13, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
Texas Station Event Center 305 Old Fort Gates Rd, Gatesville, TX 76528 |
Midland, TX |
June 17, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
Junior League of Midland Mabee Hall 902 W Dengar Ave, Midland, TX 79705 |
Odessa, TX |
June 18, 2024 |
11am-1pm; and |
Lawndale Community Center 9201 Rainbow Rd, Odessa, TX, 79765 |
Kermit, TX |
June 20, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
Winkler County Community Center 118 N Poplar St, Kermit, TX, 79745 |
Sterling City, TX |
June 24, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
Sterling County Community Center 3rd St &, Main St, Sterling City, TX, 76591 |
Santa Anna, TX |
June 25, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
The Armory 303 S Houston, Santa Anna, TX, 76878 |
Brownwood, TX |
June 26, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
Adams Street Community Center 511 E Adams St, Brownwood, TX, 76801 |
Ballinger, TX |
June 27, 2024 |
4pm- 8pm |
Ballinger Community Center 200 Crosson Ave, Ballinger, TX, 76821 |
Pre-filing Environmental Review Process
Pre-filing is a “pre-application” phase in the overall environmental review process for interstate natural gas or liquefied natural gas projects under FERC’s jurisdiction. The Pre-filing Process is designed to address all regulatory and environmental aspects of the project before an official application is filed. The Pre-filing Process was established to allow and encourage early involvement by all stakeholders during the earliest possible stages of the design and routing of a natural gas project.
During the Pre-filing Process, members of the public will have multiple opportunities to get involved and express their views, concerns, and issues. Those opportunities include public comment periods, open houses held by DeLa Express, and scoping sessions hosted by FERC. These opportunities will be posted in FERC’s eLibrary in Docket No. PF24-4-000.
FERC's Office of Public Participation (OPP) will send announcements about upcoming participation opportunities, meet with interested stakeholders and organizations, and attend public meetings. To stay updated, follow OPP on its social media channels: X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
You are also encouraged to contact OPP staff to learn more about the Project and participation at FERC by email at OPP@ferc.gov or phone at 202-502-6595. If you would like to speak with someone in the region, please contact Ms. Pamela Young, OPP Outreach Specialist, at pamela.young@ferc.gov or by phone at 601-715-9009; or Mr. Vincente Carreon, OPP Outreach Specialist, at vincente.carreon@ferc.gov or by phone at 361-484-8323.
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Introduction
On May 16, 2024, FERC staff approved Gulfstream LNG Development, LLC (Gulfstream LNG) to enter into the FERC’s Pre-filing Environmental Review Process (Pre-filing Process) for the planned Gulfstream LNG Terminal Project (Project). Below is more information about FERC’s Pre-filing Process and Gulfstream LNG’s Project. Additionally, the public can access submitted documents and Project details by searching Docket No. PF24-5-000 in FERC’s eLibrary.
Gulfstream LNG Terminal Project
Gulfstream LNG plans to construct a new liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility with gas processing facilities, 3 LNG trains, 1 LNG storage tank, 2 marine loading births, and 1 on-site power generation plant. They would all be located in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana. The Project would expect to export a capacity of 4 million tonnes per year of LNG.
The Project will be constructed and located on an approximately 418-acre leased land with approximately 11,788 feet of frontage on the Mississippi River and south of Belle Chasse in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana. Currently, the Project site is undeveloped and there is minimal habitation or other activity in the immediate vicinity of the Project site.
The closest populated place on the west side of the Mississippi River is Port Sulphur, Louisiana, which is approximately six miles from the Project site. The larger community of Belle Chasse is approximately 25 miles from the Project site.
![Map of Gulfstream LNG Terminal Project site along route in Louisiana.](/sites/default/files/2024-05/Gulfstream%20LNG%20Project%20site%20on%20map_0.png)
Figure 1. Gulfstream LNG Terminal Project site along route in Louisiana.
![Ariel view of planned Gulfstream LNG Terminal Project site.](/sites/default/files/2024-05/Gulfstream%20LNG%20Project%20site%2C%20Google%20Earth_0.png)
Figure 2. Ariel view of planned Gulfstream LNG Terminal Project site.
The Project’s facility will process treated pipeline gas sourced from the U.S. natural gas pipeline network, primarily from High Point Gas Transmission, LLC, into LNG for export. Gulfstream LNG also intends to sell LNG and associated extracted natural gas liquids to domestic customers at the facility and marine port.
Preliminary Plans
On the planned site, the gas processing facilities would connect to the 26” HPGT pipeline so the Gulfstream LNG could treat the natural gas prior to liquefaction. The liquefaction facility would then process the gas and transport it to the marine and loading facilities. The Project would include an LNG storage tank.
![Planned layout of site and facilities](/sites/default/files/2024-05/Gulfstream%20LNG%20preliminary%20process%20layout_2.png)
Pre-filing Environmental Review Process
Upon completion of FERC’s Pre-filing Process, Gulfstream LNG plans to file an application with FERC seeking authorizations under Section 3 of the Natural Gas Act (NGA).
Pre-filing is a “pre-application” phase in the overall environmental review process for interstate natural gas or liquefied natural gas projects under FERC’s jurisdiction. The Pre-filing Process is designed to address all regulatory and environmental aspects of the project before an official application is filed. The Pre-filing Process was established to allow and encourage early involvement by all stakeholders during the earliest possible stages of the design, siting, and routing of a natural gas project.
During the Pre-filing Process, members of the public will have multiple opportunities to get involved and express their views, concerns, and issues. Those opportunities include public comment periods, open houses held by Gulfstream LNG, and scoping sessions hosted by FERC. These opportunities will be posted in FERC’s eLibrary in Docket No. PF24-5-000.
More Information and Public Participation
You may learn more about the Project through FERC’s eLibrary. When searching for the Project, please enter Docket No. PF24-5-000 in the “Enter Docket Number” text box. FERC’s Office of Public Participation provides an educational video and demonstration on using eLibrary: WorkshOPP and Demonstration: FERC’s eLibrary.
You are also encouraged to contact OPP staff to learn more about the Project and participation at FERC by email at OPP@ferc.gov or phone at 202-502-6595. If you would like to speak with someone in the region, please contact Ms. Pamela Young, OPP Outreach Specialist, at pamela.young@ferc.gov or by phone at 601-715-9009.
OPP will send announcements about upcoming participation opportunities, meet with interested stakeholders and organizations, and attend public meetings. To stay updated, follow OPP on its social media channels: X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
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Introduction
In FERC Docket No. CP23-516-000, East Tennessee Natural Gas, LLC (East Tennessee) proposes to construct, modify, install, own, and operate natural gas transmission facilities in Trousdale, Smith, Jackson, Putnam, Overton, Fentress, Morgan, and Roane counties, Tennessee. Collectively, these facilities are referred to as the Ridgeline Expansion Project and are designed to provide natural gas service to the Tennessee Valley Authority.
On May 24, 2024, FERC issued a Notice of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Ridgeline Enhancement Project. FERC is seeking public comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement.
Public Participation: Draft Environmental Impact Statement Comment Sessions
In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act, FERC staff has issued a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the proposed Ridgeline Expansion Project. This document describes the impacts on the environment resulting from construction and operation of the proposed Ridgeline Expansion Project. The DEIS is not a decision document. The purpose of the DEIS is to disclose to the public and decision makers the impacts to the environmental resulting from the Ridgeline Expansion Project. In addition to describing the impacts on the natural and human environment, the DEIS includes discussion of measures to avoid or lessen environmental impacts, and alternatives considered.
The public is encouraged to provide comments on the environmental analysis contained in the DEIS. Comments on the DEIS are due by July 15, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
The public is encouraged to review the following sections in the DEIS.
Section | Page Numbers or Section Number |
Table of Contents | i |
Executive Summary | ES-1 |
Purpose and Need | 1-2 |
Project Description
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Section 2 2-9 2-20 |
Alternatives (renewable energy and routes) | Section 3 |
Environmental Analyses
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Section 4 4-66 4-83 4-102 4-128 |
Conclusions and Recommendations | Section 5 |
Comments Received During the Scoping Process for The Project | Appendix B |
In addition to or in lieu of providing written comments (see Notice of Availability [NOA]), FERC will host three public comment sessions in the Ridgeline Expansion Project area to receive verbal comments. Additional information concerning the submission of comments and attendance at one of the three comment sessions can be found in the NOA.
Date and Time |
Location |
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 |
Kingston Community Center |
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 |
Cookeville High School |
Thursday, June 13, 2024 |
Trousdale Community Center |
History of This Project
There are two dockets associated with Ridgeline Expansion Project:
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The Pre-Filing Docket: PF 22-7-000
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The Application: CP23-516-000
These dockets can be found in FERC’s eLibrary site. For a “Quick User Guide” and additional resources on using the eLibrary site, please visit FERCeLibrary Quick User Guide. eLibrary support can be reached by phone at 866-208-3676 or by email at ferconlinesupport@ferc.gov .
In May 2022, East Tennessee initiated a “Pre-Filing” docket. From that time until July 2023, East Tennessee contacted landowners, regulators, and affected parties to discuss potential concerns.
On July 18, 2023, East Tennessee then filed an application under Sections 7(c), of the Natural Gas Act (NGA), and Part 157 of the Commission’s regulations requesting authorization to provide 300,000 dekatherms per day of new firm natural gas transportation capacity and up to 95,000 dekatherms of Customized Delivery Service to the (TVA) Tennessee Valley Authority by construct, modify, install, own, and operate the following facilities of the Project.
On July 28, 2023, FERC issued a “Notice of Application” which established an intervention deadline of August 18, 2023. The July 28 Notice inadvertently omitted posting to Docket No. PF 22-7-000. On August 8, 2023 FERC issued an “Errata Notice” to correct the docket numbers.
Public Participation
There are three ways to become involved in FERC’s review of this project:
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You can file comments on the project,
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You can protest the filing, and
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You can file a motion to intervene in the proceeding.
For public inquiries and assistance with making filings such as interventions, comments, or requests for rehearing, contact the Office of Public Participation (OPP) at 202-502-6595 or OPP@ferc.gov.
Project Milestones and Key Documents
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About Spire STL Pipeline Project in Docket No. CP17-40
Spire STL Pipeline LLC sought a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity under Section 7(c) of the Natural Gas Act (NGA) to construct and operate about 59.2 miles of 24-inch-diameter pipeline (the Mainline) in Scott, Greene, and Jersey Counties, Illinois and St. Charles and St. Louis Counties, Missouri; and about 6.0 miles of 24-inch diameter pipeline (the North County Extension) in St. Louis County, Missouri, and three new meter stations: one in Scott County, Illinois and two in St. Louis County, Missouri. The Commission granted the requested certificate on August 3, 2018. The Commission granted rehearing for further consideration on October 1, 2018, and subsequently denied rehearing requests on November 21, 2019.
In Env’tl Def. Fund v. FERC, 2 F.4th 953 (D.C. Cir 2021), the D.C. Circuit vacated and remanded to the Commission Spire’s authorizations under the NGA. On August 6, 2021, Spire STL Pipeline filed an application requesting that the Commission issue a temporary certificate of public convenience and necessity for the Spire STL Pipeline Project to assure maintenance of service to Spire’s customers while the Commission addresses the issues on remand from the U.S. Court of Appeals.
On September 14, 2021, the Commission issued an order that would provide Spire with a temporary certificate of public convenience and necessity, pursuant to section (c)(1)(B) of the NGA. It allows Spire STL Pipeline authorization to continue operations in the St. Louis region for 90-days while the Commission evaluates Spire’s July 26 temporary certificate application and the responsive filings.
During this time, Spire must continue all restoration activities along the project right-of-way. Restoration compliance allegations should be referred to Commission staff, and comments may be filed on the record. For assistance commenting, please refer to the Step-by-Step Guide in How to file a Comment or contact OPP at 202-502-6595 or opp@ferc.gov. Stakeholders who are seeking to use Alternative Dispute Resolution to informally resolve their concerns, please contact the Landowner Helpline at 1-877-337-2237 and LandownerHelp@ferc.gov.
Project Documents – Docket No. CP17-40
Project Milestones
- Notice of Application February 6, 2017
- Notice of Intent to prepare an Environmental Assessment and Request for Comments on Environmental Issues was issued on March 3, 2017
- Notice of Schedule – August 3, 2017
- Notice of Availability of the Environmental Assessment-September 29, 2017
- Environmental Assessment for the Spire STL Pipeline Project – September 29, 2017
- Supplemental Notice of Availability of the Environmental Assessment and Reopening of Comment Period for the Proposed Spire STL Pipeline Project – November 22, 2017
- Order Issuing Certificate re Spire STL Pipeline, LLC – August 3, 2018
- Order Granting Rehearings for Further Consideration re Spire STL Pipeline LLC October 1, 2018
- Order Amending Certificate re Spire STL Pipeline LLC – October 28, 2019
- Order on Rehearing re Spire STL Pipeline LLC – November 21, 2019
- Order on Environmental Compliance – March 18, 2021
- Environmental Defense Fund v. FERC, 2 F.4th 953 (D.C. Cir. 2021) – June 22, 2021
- Notice of Application and Establishing Intervention Deadline re Spire STL Pipeline LLC – August 6, 2021
- Order Issuing Temporary Certificate – September 14, 2021
- Order on Rehearing re Spire STL Pipeline LLC Temporary Certificate – November 18, 2021
- Order Issuing Temporary Certificate – December 3, 2021
- Notice of Intent To Prepare A Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for The Spire STL Pipeline Project – December 15, 2021
- Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Spire STL Pipeline Project (CP17-40-006) – June 16, 2022
- The Draft EIS comment period closes on August 8, 2022
How To Seek Rehearing on a Commission Order
Participants seeking rehearing must have intervenor status in the proceeding by having already filed an intervention as set forth in section 385.214 (Rule 214) of the Commission’s regulations.
Parties must file rehearing requests 30 days from the date of a final Commission order.
Requirements to request rehearing can be found in section 385.713 (Rule 713) of the Commission’s regulations. To file for a Rehearing Request, you must know the Docket number of the filing. In this case for Spire STL Pipeline it is Docket No. CP17-40.
Any request for rehearing must:
- State concisely the alleged error in the final decision or final order;
- Conform to the pleading requirements in Rule 203(a), and include a separate section entitled, “Statement of Issues,” listing each issue in a separately enumerated paragraph that includes representative Commission and court precedent on which the party is relying; any issue not so listed will be deemed waived; and
- Set forth the matters relied upon by the party requesting rehearing, if rehearing is sought based on matters not available for consideration by the Commission at the time of the final decision or final order.
For Step-by-Step instructions in how to file a rehearing request, click here.
Contact Information
Contact the Office of Public Participation with any questions or concerns regarding this project at 202-502-6595 or by email at OPP@ferc.gov.
Quick Links
Contact Information
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FERC Online SupportEmail: FERCOnlneSupport@ferc.gov
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Landowner HelplineToll-free Telephone: 1-877-337-2237Fax: 202-219-2730Email: landownerHelp@ferc.gov