June 2023

The US pipeline infrastructure is a critical component of the country’s energy supply chain. These pipelines transport oil, natural gas, and other energy resources across the US to power homes and businesses alike. While these pipelines are safe, accidents and leaks can occur, which is why regulations exist to ensure that these pipelines are appropriately

This article was recently published in the 2023 July/August edition of ISE Magazine. According to the 2021 DIRT report1 (Damage Information Reporting Tool), over 90,000 reported damages occurred to underground telecommunications and cable TV lines in the United States alone. The total number of damages has risen significantly since 2019, and the total estimated cost