Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 345 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY, ENERGY FACILITY SITING COUNCIL
Division 24 - SPECIFIC STANDARDS FOR SITING FACILITIES
Section 345-024-0030 - Public Health and Safety Standards for Surface Facilities Related to Underground Gas Storage Reservoirs

Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 345-024-0030

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 3, March 1, 2024

To issue a site certificate for a proposed surface facility related to an underground gas storage reservoir, the Council must make the following findings:

(1) The proposed facility is located at distances in accordance with the schedule below from any existing permanent habitable dwelling:

(a) Major facilities, such as compressor stations, stripping plants and main line dehydration stations -- 700 feet.

(b) Minor facilities, such as offices, warehouses, equipment shops and odorant storage and injection equipment -- 50 feet.

(c) Compressors rated less than 1,000 horsepower -- 350 feet.

(d) Roads and road maintenance equipment housing -- 50 feet.

(2) The applicant has developed a program using technology that is both practicable and reliable to monitor the facility to ensure the public health and safety.

Publications: The publication referenced are available from the agency.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 469.470 & 469.501

Stats. Implemented: ORS 469.501

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