Why must Heartland maintain clear rights-of-way?
Heartland maintains clear rights-of-way to ensure that its operations remain as safe as possible. Heartland must have unrestricted entry and access to all of its facilities at all times for regular maintenance or during emergency situations. A clear right-of-way provides easy identification and monitoring of the pipeline facilities, which is imperative in preventing third-party damage. Trees and large shrubs obstruct the view for foot patrols and aerial inspections, which are routine procedures for maintaining the rights-of-way. Tree roots also create a danger to the coating that protects the pipeline from corrosion.
