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BMP ID: 1314
Title: Construct pipeline crossings above highest terrace
Text: "Pipeline crossings should be constructed to elevate the pipeline above the level of the highest and outermost terrace at the crossing. This level represents the geomorphic surface likely to be associated with the maximum probable flood."
Source Publication Name: Vernal Resource Management Plan Draft Environmental Impact Statement
Citation Section: Appendix B: Hydraulic Considerations for Pipelines Crossing Stream Channels
Citation Page: B-3
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Usage Type: Recommended
Timing: • Production / Operation / Maintenance
Oil / Gas Field: Uinta Basin (UINTA-PICEANCE)
Surface Ownership: • Federal
Mineral Ownership: • Federal
Primary Contact: BLM - Vernal Field Office
170 South 500 East
Vernal, Utah  84078  United States
Phone:(435) 781-4400     Alt. Phone:
Fax:(435) 781-4410     E-mail:utvnmail@blm.gov
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Categories: Aquatic and Riparian Values
Water Quality and Pollution
Water Quantity and Rights
Location: Utah
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Date Entered: 2009-02-04 13:40 UTC
Last Updated: 2009-02-04 13:40 UTC