Northern Natural Gas Company; Notice of Schedule for the Preparation of an Environmental Assessment for the Northern Lights 2025 Expansion Project, 25623-25624 [2024-07735]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 71 / Thursday, April 11, 2024 / Notices DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Combined Notice of Filings Take notice that the Commission has received the following Natural Gas Pipeline Rate and Refund Report filings: khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES Filings Instituting Proceedings Docket Numbers: RP24–654–000. Applicants: Double E Pipeline, LLC. Description: § 4(d) Rate Filing: Amendment to FTS Agreement with Marathon Oil Permian LLC to be effective 4/7/2024. Filed Date: 4/4/24. Accession Number: 20240404–5105. Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 4/16/24. Docket Numbers: RP24–655–000. Applicants: Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC. Description: § 4(d) Rate Filing: List of Non-Conforming Service Agreements (Adelphia West Ridge_2023/2024 Termin) to be effective 5/6/2024. Filed Date: 4/5/24. Accession Number: 20240405–5085. Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 4/17/24. Docket Numbers: RP24–656–000. Applicants: Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC. Description: § 4(d) Rate Filing: NonConforming—Adelphia West Ridge Interconnect—2022/2023—Removal to be effective 5/6/2024. Filed Date: 4/5/24. Accession Number: 20240405–5090. Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 4/17/24. Docket Numbers: RP24–657–000. Applicants: Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC. Description: § 4(d) Rate Filing: Negotiated Rates—Yankee Gas to Emera Energy eff 4–5–24 to be effective 4/5/ 2024. Filed Date: 4/5/24. Accession Number: 20240405–5139. Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 4/17/24. Any person desiring to intervene, to protest, or to answer a complaint in any of the above proceedings must file in accordance with Rules 211, 214, or 206 of the Commission’s Regulations (18 CFR 385.211, 385.214, or 385.206) on or before 5:00 p.m. Eastern time on the specified comment date. Protests may be considered, but intervention is necessary to become a party to the proceeding. Filings in Existing Proceedings Docket Numbers: RP24–581–001. Applicants: Midcontinent Express Pipeline LLC. Description: Tariff Amendment: Amendment RP24–581 FTS Negotiated VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:50 Apr 10, 2024 Jkt 262001 Rate (DTE, Gunvor, Mercuria) to be effective 4/1/2024. Filed Date: 4/5/24. Accession Number: 20240405–5087. Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 4/12/24. Any person desiring to protest in any the above proceedings must file in accordance with Rule 211 of the Commission’s Regulations (18 CFR 385.211) on or before 5:00 p.m. Eastern time on the specified comment date. The filings are accessible in the Commission’s eLibrary system (https:// elibrary.ferc.gov/idmws/search/fercgen search.asp) by querying the docket number. eFiling is encouraged. More detailed information relating to filing requirements, interventions, protests, service, and qualifying facilities filings can be found at: https://www.ferc.gov/ docs-filing/efiling/filing-req.pdf. For other information, call (866) 208–3676 (toll free). For TTY, call (202) 502–8659. The Commission’s Office of Public Participation (OPP) supports meaningful public engagement and participation in Commission proceedings. OPP can help members of the public, including landowners, environmental justice communities, Tribal members and others, access publicly available information and navigate Commission processes. For public inquiries and assistance with making filings such as interventions, comments, or requests for rehearing, the public is encouraged to contact OPP at (202) 502–6595 or OPP@ ferc.gov. Dated: April 5, 2024. Debbie-Anne A. Reese, Acting Secretary. [FR Doc. 2024–07736 Filed 4–10–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Docket No. CP24–60–000] Northern Natural Gas Company; Notice of Schedule for the Preparation of an Environmental Assessment for the Northern Lights 2025 Expansion Project On February 16, 2024, Northern Natural Gas Company (Northern) filed an application in Docket No. CP24–60– 000 requesting a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity and authorization pursuant to Section 7 of the Natural Gas Act to abandon, construct, and operate certain natural gas pipeline facilities. The proposed project is known as the Northern Lights PO 00000 Frm 00066 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 25623 2025 Expansion Project (Project), and Northern states it would provide 46,064 dekatherms per day serving residential, commercial, and industrial customer market growth in Northern’s Market Area. On February 29, 2024, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (Commission or FERC) issued its Notice of Application for the Project. Among other things, that notice alerted agencies issuing federal authorizations of the requirement to complete all necessary reviews and to reach a final decision on a request for a federal authorization within 90 days of the date of issuance of the Commission staff’s environmental document for the Project. This notice identifies Commission staff’s intention to prepare an environmental assessment (EA) for the Project and the planned schedule for the completion of the environmental review.1 Schedule for Environmental Review Issuance of EA—September 13, 2024 90-day Federal Authorization Decision Deadline 2—December 12, 2024 If a schedule change becomes necessary, additional notice will be provided so that the relevant agencies are kept informed of the Project’s progress. Project Description Northern proposes to construct and operate about 8.6 miles of pipeline extensions, and associated ancillary and auxiliary equipment in Freeborn, Houston, and Washington Counties, Minnesota, and Monroe County, Wisconsin. The Northern Lights 2025 Expansion Project would consist of the following facilities: • 3.0-mile-long extension of its 36inch-diameter Lake Mills to Albert Lea E Line; • 2.43-mile-long extension of its 30inch-diameter Elk River 3rd Branch Line; • a non-contiguous 1.91-mile-long extension of its 30-inch-diameter Farmington to Hugo C-Line; • 1.28-mile-long extension of its 8inch-diameter Tomah Branch Line Loop; 1 40 CFR 1501.10 (2020). Commission’s deadline applies to the decisions of other federal agencies, and state agencies acting under federally delegated authority, that are responsible for federal authorizations, permits, and other approvals necessary for proposed projects under the Natural Gas Act. Per 18 CFR 157.22(a), the Commission’s deadline for other agency’s decisions applies unless a schedule is otherwise established by federal law. 2 The E:\FR\FM\11APN1.SGM 11APN1 25624 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 71 / Thursday, April 11, 2024 / Notices • one pig new launcher,3 valves, and piping inside its existing Hugo Compressor Station; • minor piping modifications within its existing La Crescent Compressor Station; • relocation of one pig receiver facility; • three new valve settings and associated valves and piping; • removal of three existing tie-in valve settings; • abandonment and removal of 275 feet of its existing 30-inch diameter Elk River 3rd branch line; and • and other appurtenant facilities. Background On March 26, 2024, the Commission issued a Notice of Scoping Period Requesting Comments on Environmental Issues for the Proposed Northern Lights 2025 Expansion Project (Notice of Scoping). The Notice of Scoping was sent to affected landowners; federal, state, and local government agencies; elected officials; environmental and public interest groups; Native American tribes; other interested parties; and local libraries, churches, and newspapers. All substantive comments will be addressed in the EA. khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES Additional Information In order to receive notification of the issuance of the EA and to keep track of formal issuances and submittals in specific dockets, the Commission offers a free service called eSubscription. This service provides automatic notification of filings made to subscribed dockets, document summaries, and direct links to the documents. Go to https:// www.ferc.gov/ferc-online/overview to register for eSubscription. The Commission’s Office of Public Participation (OPP) supports meaningful public engagement and participation in Commission proceedings. OPP can help members of the public, including landowners, environmental justice communities, Tribal members and others, access publicly available information and navigate Commission processes. For public inquiries and assistance with making filings such as interventions, comments, or requests for rehearing, the public is encouraged to contact OPP at (202) 502–6595 or OPP@ ferc.gov. 3 A ‘‘pig’’ is a tool that the pipeline company inserts into and pushes through the pipeline for cleaning the pipeline, conducting internal inspections, or other purposes. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:50 Apr 10, 2024 Jkt 262001 Additional information about the Project is available from the Commission’s Office of External Affairs at (866) 208–FERC or on the FERC website (www.ferc.gov). Using the ‘‘eLibrary’’ link, select ‘‘General Search’’ from the eLibrary menu, enter the selected date range and ‘‘Docket Number’’ excluding the last three digits (i.e., CP24–60), and follow the instructions. For assistance with access to eLibrary, the helpline can be reached at (866) 208–3676, TTY (202) 502–8659, or at FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov. The eLibrary link on the FERC website also provides access to the texts of formal documents issued by the Commission, such as orders, notices, and rule makings. Dated: April 5, 2024. Debbie-Anne A. Reese, Acting Secretary. [FR Doc. 2024–07735 Filed 4–10–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [Docket No. OR24–7–000] Atlantic Marketing & Trading, Inc. v. Colonial Pipeline Company; Notice of Complaint Take notice that on April 4, 2024, pursuant to Rule 206 of the Rules of Practice and Procedure of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 18 CFR 385.206 (2022), Atlantic Marketing & Trading, Inc. filed a complaint against Colonial Pipeline Company (Colonial) challenging the justness and reasonableness of the rates charged by Colonial for transportation service pursuant to certain tariffs on file with the Commission. The Complainant certifies that copies of the complaint were served on the contacts listed for Respondents in the Commission’s list of Corporate Officials. Any person desiring to intervene or to protest this filing must file in accordance with Rules 211 and 214 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211, 385.214). Protests will be considered by the Commission in determining the appropriate action to be taken but will not serve to make protestants parties to the proceeding. Any person wishing to become a party must file a notice of intervention or motion to intervene, as appropriate. The Respondent’s answer PO 00000 Frm 00067 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 and all interventions, or protests must be filed on or before the comment date. The Respondent’s answer, motions to intervene, and protests must be served on the Complainants. In addition to publishing the full text of this document in the Federal Register, the Commission provides all interested persons an opportunity to view and/or print the contents of this document via the internet through the Commission’s Home Page (https:// www.ferc.gov) using the ‘‘eLibrary’’ link. To access this document in eLibrary, type the docket number excluding the last three digits of this document in the docket number field. User assistance is available for eLibrary and the Commission’s website during normal business hours from FERC Online Support at 202–502–6652 (toll free at 1– 866–208–3676) or email at ferconlinesupport@ferc.gov, or the Public Reference Room at (202) 502– 8371, TTY (202)502–8659. Email the Public Reference Room at public.referenceroom@ferc.gov. The Commission strongly encourages electronic filings of comments, protests and interventions in lieu of paper using the ‘‘eFiling’’ link at https:// www.ferc.gov. Persons unable to file electronically may mail similar pleadings to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20426. Hand delivered submissions in docketed proceedings should be delivered to Health and Human Services, 12225 Wilkins Avenue, Rockville, Maryland 20852. The Commission’s Office of Public Participation (OPP) supports meaningful public engagement and participation in Commission proceedings. OPP can help members of the public, including landowners, environmental justice communities, Tribal members and others, access publicly available information and navigate Commission processes.For public inquiries and assistance with making filings such as interventions, comments, or requests for rehearing, the public is encouraged to contact OPP at (202) 502–6595 or OPP@ ferc.gov. Comment Date: 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on May 6, 2024. Dated: April 5, 2024. Debbie-Anne A. Reese, Acting Secretary. [FR Doc. 2024–07732 Filed 4–10–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6717–01–P E:\FR\FM\11APN1.SGM 11APN1

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 71 (Thursday, April 11, 2024)]
[Notices]
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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-07735]


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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket No. CP24-60-000]


Northern Natural Gas Company; Notice of Schedule for the 
Preparation of an Environmental Assessment for the Northern Lights 2025 
Expansion Project

    On February 16, 2024, Northern Natural Gas Company (Northern) filed 
an application in Docket No. CP24-60-000 requesting a Certificate of 
Public Convenience and Necessity and authorization pursuant to Section 
7 of the Natural Gas Act to abandon, construct, and operate certain 
natural gas pipeline facilities. The proposed project is known as the 
Northern Lights 2025 Expansion Project (Project), and Northern states 
it would provide 46,064 dekatherms per day serving residential, 
commercial, and industrial customer market growth in Northern's Market 
Area.
    On February 29, 2024, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 
(Commission or FERC) issued its Notice of Application for the Project. 
Among other things, that notice alerted agencies issuing federal 
authorizations of the requirement to complete all necessary reviews and 
to reach a final decision on a request for a federal authorization 
within 90 days of the date of issuance of the Commission staff's 
environmental document for the Project.
    This notice identifies Commission staff's intention to prepare an 
environmental assessment (EA) for the Project and the planned schedule 
for the completion of the environmental review.\1\
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    \1\ 40 CFR 1501.10 (2020).
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Schedule for Environmental Review

Issuance of EA--September 13, 2024
90-day Federal Authorization Decision Deadline \2\--December 12, 2024
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    \2\ The Commission's deadline applies to the decisions of other 
federal agencies, and state agencies acting under federally 
delegated authority, that are responsible for federal 
authorizations, permits, and other approvals necessary for proposed 
projects under the Natural Gas Act. Per 18 CFR 157.22(a), the 
Commission's deadline for other agency's decisions applies unless a 
schedule is otherwise established by federal law.
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    If a schedule change becomes necessary, additional notice will be 
provided so that the relevant agencies are kept informed of the 
Project's progress.

Project Description

    Northern proposes to construct and operate about 8.6 miles of 
pipeline extensions, and associated ancillary and auxiliary equipment 
in Freeborn, Houston, and Washington Counties, Minnesota, and Monroe 
County, Wisconsin.
    The Northern Lights 2025 Expansion Project would consist of the 
following facilities:
     3.0-mile-long extension of its 36-inch-diameter Lake Mills 
to Albert Lea E Line;
     2.43-mile-long extension of its 30-inch-diameter Elk River 
3rd Branch Line;
     a non-contiguous 1.91-mile-long extension of its 30-inch-
diameter Farmington to Hugo C-Line;
     1.28-mile-long extension of its 8-inch-diameter Tomah 
Branch Line Loop;

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     one pig new launcher,\3\ valves, and piping inside its 
existing Hugo Compressor Station;
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    \3\ A ``pig'' is a tool that the pipeline company inserts into 
and pushes through the pipeline for cleaning the pipeline, 
conducting internal inspections, or other purposes.
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     minor piping modifications within its existing La Crescent 
Compressor Station;
     relocation of one pig receiver facility;
     three new valve settings and associated valves and piping;
     removal of three existing tie-in valve settings;
     abandonment and removal of 275 feet of its existing 30-
inch diameter Elk River 3rd branch line; and
     and other appurtenant facilities.

Background

    On March 26, 2024, the Commission issued a Notice of Scoping Period 
Requesting Comments on Environmental Issues for the Proposed Northern 
Lights 2025 Expansion Project (Notice of Scoping). The Notice of 
Scoping was sent to affected landowners; federal, state, and local 
government agencies; elected officials; environmental and public 
interest groups; Native American tribes; other interested parties; and 
local libraries, churches, and newspapers. All substantive comments 
will be addressed in the EA.

Additional Information

    In order to receive notification of the issuance of the EA and to 
keep track of formal issuances and submittals in specific dockets, the 
Commission offers a free service called eSubscription. This service 
provides automatic notification of filings made to subscribed dockets, 
document summaries, and direct links to the documents. Go to https://www.ferc.gov/ferc-online/overview to register for eSubscription.
    The Commission's Office of Public Participation (OPP) supports 
meaningful public engagement and participation in Commission 
proceedings. OPP can help members of the public, including landowners, 
environmental justice communities, Tribal members and others, access 
publicly available information and navigate Commission processes. For 
public inquiries and assistance with making filings such as 
interventions, comments, or requests for rehearing, the public is 
encouraged to contact OPP at (202) 502-6595 or [email protected].
    Additional information about the Project is available from the 
Commission's Office of External Affairs at (866) 208-FERC or on the 
FERC website (www.ferc.gov). Using the ``eLibrary'' link, select 
``General Search'' from the eLibrary menu, enter the selected date 
range and ``Docket Number'' excluding the last three digits (i.e., 
CP24-60), and follow the instructions. For assistance with access to 
eLibrary, the helpline can be reached at (866) 208-3676, TTY (202) 502-
8659, or at [email protected]. The eLibrary link on the FERC 
website also provides access to the texts of formal documents issued by 
the Commission, such as orders, notices, and rule makings.

    Dated: April 5, 2024.
Debbie-Anne A. Reese,
Acting Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2024-07735 Filed 4-10-24; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6717-01-P
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