Can a re-assessment interval be scheduled beyond 5 years?
Re-assessment intervals can be scheduled beyond five years if a sound engineering evaluation combined with the use of other technology show the pipe to be in good condition and provide an equivalent level of understanding of pipe condition as internal inspection tools, pressure testing, or ECDA. Re-assessment intervals can also be extended if the integrity assessment technology most appropriate to examination of a specific pipe segment is not available. Operators must notify PHMSA Pipeline Safety whenever re-assessments are scheduled at longer intervals than 5 years. (See 195.452 (j)(4)).
