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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
PASS -AROUND REVIEW
PASS -AROUND TITLE: BOCC Agenda Item - Approve Road Maintenance During Construction Agreement
for: DCP Operating Company, LP — LAP23-0006
DEPARTMENT: Planning Services DATE: May 9, 2023
PERSON REQUESTING: Jazmyn Trujillo -Martinez
Brief description of the problem/issue:
The Department of Planning Services received a request from the applicant, DCP Operating Company, LP,
requesting that the Board of County Commissioners consider approving the Road Maintenance During
Construction Agreement for (LAP23-0006). No collateral is required with this agreement.
Weld County Planning Services, Public Works, Oil and Gas Energy, and the County Attomey's Office have
reviewed the above mentioned signed original document and observed the following:
All Public Works related items, of the "Road Maintenance Agreement According To Policy', are found
to be acceptable.
This Agreement complies with the terms of the LAP Process as defined in the Weld County Code
and per the requirement of the Department of Public Works to protect our roadways from heavy
traffic during the construction period.
What options exist for the Board? (include consequences, impacts, costs, etc. of options):
1. Have this BOCC Hearing item be placed on the next available agenda as part of the Consent Agenda.
2. Have this BOCC Hearing item be placed on the next available agenda as part of the Regular Agenda.
Recommendation:
Option 1. The Departments of Planning Services, Public Works, Oil and Gas Energy, and the County Attorney's
Office are recommending approval of the Road Maintenance Agreement According To Policy for LAP23-0006,
and that this item be placed on the next regularly scheduled BOCC Hearing, as part of the Consent Agenda.
Perry L. Buck, Pro-Tem
Mike Freeman, Chair
Scott K. James
Kevin D. Ross
Lori Saine
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ROAD MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT ACCORDING TO
REQUIREMENTS DURING THE CONSTRUCTION PERIOD
DCP Operating Company, LP — LAP23-0006
THIS AGREEMENT is made this 5111
day of , 202' , by and between DCP Operating
Company, LP, whose address is 3026 6th Avenue, Gree y, Colorado 80631, hereinafter referred to as
"Operator," authorized to do business in the State of Colorado , and the County of Weld, a body corporate and
politic of the State of Colorado, by and through its Board of County Commissioners, whose address is 1150
"O" Street, Greeley, Colorado 80631 hereinafter referred to as "County."
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, Operator is the responsible party of the Location Assessment for Pipelines (LAP) permit
located on the following described property in the County of Weld, Colorado:
Section 25, Township 4 North, Range 65 West of the 6th
P.M., Weld County, Colorado
hereinafter referred to as "the Property," and
WHEREAS, Operator has received conditional approval from the Director of the Oil and Gas Energy
Department for LAP23-0006, and
WHEREAS, the Operator facility will generate additional vehicles and heavy traffic directly associated
with LAP23-0006, for an extended period of time; and
WHEREAS, the County, and Operator are desirous of agreeing to terms involving regulation of
haul routes, traffic control, and road wear arising from such additional traffic.
�m n NOW, THEREFORE, IN CONSIDERATION OF the foregoing and of the promises and covenants
contained herein, the parties hereto promise, covenant, and agree as follows:
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a D B. Haul/Travel Routes: Haul Route Roads are considered that length of roadway within 1/2 mile of
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In 1.0 Off -Site Dust Control/Abatement: The Operator is required to provide dust abatement along affected
a gravel Haul Route roads within 1/2 mile of each access location of the pipeline, as determined by the County.
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County will determine the proportionate share of dust control to be paid by Operator. The amount and extent
of dust control measures will be determined by site -specific conditions at the time, as determined exclusively
by County personnel. The County reserves the right to install traffic counters on the driveway(s) of the
Operator's facility. The County will have sole responsibility for determination of the percentage of haul route
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traffic on all affected roads.
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am 2.0 Obligation to Maintain Current and Future Haul Routes: Operator will be financially responsible for
the excavation, repair, and patching of any damage on current or future haul route roads, which in the sole
opinion of County has been created by vehicle traffic to and from the Property. Should Operator's site activities
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or vehicle circulation patterns change in the future so that County approves an alternate haul route, and all or
a significant portion of Operator's sourced traffic no longer utilizes the above -described haul route and instead
utilizes other portions of County roads, Operator shall cooperate with County in maintenance of said roads
which are included within the new haul route. The type and method of repair will be determined by the County
Engineer or his representative. Repairs shall commence within 48 hours of notification by the County for any
roadway damage that exposes the driving public to adverse or unsafe driving conditions. All other repairs shall
commence within thirty (30) days of receipt of Weld County's written notice.
2.1 Need for Immediate Repairs: In the event of damage to an Approved Haul Route by Project traffic
that causes an immediate threat to public health and safety or renders the road impassible
("Significant Damage"), County shall, after inspection, notify Operator of such Significant
Damage. Operator shall identify the repair required and shall consult with County on the extent,
type, timing, materials and quality of repair (i.e. temporary versus permanent) within twenty-four
(24) hours after receipt of such notice and shall commence such repair within 48 hours after receipt
of such notice. If Operator identifies Significant Damage prior to receiving notice thereof from
County, Operator may commence repair of such Significant Damage and shall concurrently notify
County of the extent, type, timing, materials, and quality of repair (i.e., temporary versus
permanent).
2.2 In County's sole discretion, County may undertake the repairs and/or improvements. Operator's
payment for its Proportionate Share of the road repairs/improvements will be calculated as
described in this Agreement.
3.0 Proportionate Share of Road Maintenance Responsibilities:
3.1 Operator shall pay its Proportionate Share of costs of dust control/abatement, paving, repairs,
maintenance, improvements, or .future road replacement of any particular Haul Route Road.
Operator's Proportionate Share shall be based upon the percentage of traffic on the road that is
attributable to Operator's facility. County personnel will determine the percentage based on then
current Equivalent Single Axle Load (ESAL) Counts. Operator shall not be responsible for traffic
that is not sourced from the Operator's facility.
3.2 The County shall notify Operator of County's preliminary determination and assessment of
Operator's proportionate share of costs. Prior to County's final determination and assessment,
County shall provide Operator with a reasonable opportunity to review, comment upon and
supplement County's data, collection methodology, and determinations. The County shall review
and consider Operator's input prior to making a final determination and assessment. The County
shall have sole responsibility for determination of Operator's proportionate share of costs.
Part II: General Provisions
A. General Requirements:
1.0 Permits. Operator must still apply for and abide by the terms of any necessary right-of-way permits,
grading permits, and building permits. No work may occur in the County's right-of-way without a County
issued right-of-way permit and access permit.
1.1
Access Permits. Operator shall not use any access onto any County road unless and until an access
permit has been issued by the Department of Planning Services. Planning Services may condition
the issuance of an updated access permit on the amendment of this Agreement if the updated access
permit authorizes the use of an additional access point, or if there is a change in use of the current
access point, as permitted by Article XIV of Chapter 8 of the Weld County Code.
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1.2 Right -of -Way Permits. Per Article XIII of Chapter 8 of the Weld County Code, any work occurring
within County ROW requires a ROW permit issued by the Department of Public Works. No work
shall occur without said ROW permit.
1.3 Transport Permits. Per Article XV of Chapter 8 of the Weld County Code, a Weld County Transport
Permit is required for Extra -legal vehicles using Weld County roadways to ensure the operation and
movement of Extra -legal Vehicles and Loads occurs in a safe and efficient manner.
2.0 Release of Liability: Operator shall indemnify and hold harmless the County from any and all liability
loss and damage County may suffer as a result of all suits, actions or claims of every nature and description
caused by, arising from, or on account of said design and construction of the pipeline, and pay any and all
judgments rendered against the County on account of any such suit, action or claim, together with all reasonable
expenses and attorney fees incurred by County in defending such suit, action or claim whether the liability,
loss or damage is caused by, or arises out of the negligence of the County or its officers, agents, employees, or
otherwise except for the liability, loss, or damage arising from the intentional torts or the gross negligence of
the County or its employees while acting within the scope of their employment.
3.0 Liability for Damage to Road. Operator shall be financially responsible for any and all damage caused
to any Weld County Road as a result of the installation, use, or maintenance of the pipeline through the
County's rights -of -way, without regard to the negligence, or lack thereof, of Operator or its agents. This
provision shall survive Termination of this Agreement pursuant to Section B.2.0, below, and shall be of no
further force and effect ten years after mutual execution of this Agreement.
B. Violations of Agreement and Remedies
1.0 Violation of Terms of Agreement: If in County's reasonable opinion, Operator has violated any of the
terms of this Agreement, County shall so notify Operator and shall state with specificity the facts and
circumstances which County believes constitute the violation. Operator shall have thirty (30) days within
which to either cure the violation or demonstrate compliance. Thereafter, County may seek any remedy
described in this Agreement or otherwise provided by law.
2.0 Termination of Agreement: Termination Event: This Agreement shall terminate upon the earliest of
the following events:
2.1 Cessation of all Permit Related Activities: Termination of this Agreement shall occur upon
Operator's complete cessation of all activities permitted by the LAP. A partial cessation of
activities shall not constitute a Termination of this Agreement, nor shall County's issuance of a
partial release constitute a Termination. Unless informed in writing by the Operator of cessation
of activities, and verified by the County, cessation shall be presumed if the County determines that
the LAP has been inactive for three (3) years.
2.2 Execution of Replacement Agreement: This Agreement shall terminate following County's
execution of a new Improvements Agreement with a new Operator or Operator who has purchased
the Property or has assumed the operation of the business permitted by the LAP, and intends to
make use of the rights and privileges available to it through the then existing LAP.
2.3 Rescission of LAP: This Agreement shall terminate following County's rescission of Operator's
LAP, except that the Operator shall only be released from this Agreement after the successful
completion of all improvements required under this Agreement.
2.4 Completion of Construction: This Agreement shall terminate following Operator's completion of
construction of the facilities authorized by the underlying LAP. Operator shall notify the County
of completion.
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3.0 Rescission of LAP: Operator acknowledges that failure to comply with the material terms of this
Agreement constitutes cause to rescind the LAP, and County may exercise this option in its sole reasonable
discretion by proceeding with rescission under the then current provisions of the Weld County Code.
4.0 Court action: Upon notice of violation and failure to cure within the time permitted by this Agreement,
County may seek relief in law or equity by filing an action in the Weld District Court.
C. Miscellaneous Provisions.
1.0 Successors and Assigns:
1.1 Operator may not delegate, transfer, or assign this Agreement in whole or in part, without the prior
express written consent of County and the written agreement of the party to whom the obligations under
this Agreement are assigned. Consent to a delegation or an assignment will not be unreasonably withheld
by County. In such case, Operator's release of its obligations shall be accomplished by County's execution
of a new Improvements Agreement with the successor owner of the property.
1.2 County's rights and obligations under this Agreement shall automatically be delegated, transferred, or
assigned to any municipality which, by and through annexation proceedings, has assumed jurisdiction and
maintenance responsibility over all roads affected by this Agreement.
2.0 Severability. If any term or condition of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid, illegal, or
unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, this Agreement shall be construed and enforced without
such provision, to the extent that this Agreement is then capable of execution within the original intent of the
parties.
3.0 Governmental Immunity: No term or condition of this agreement shall be construed or interpreted as
a waiver, express or implied, of any of the immunities, rights, benefits, protections or other provisions, of the
Colorado Governmental Immunity Act §§24-10-101 et seq., as applicable now or hereafter amended.
4.0 No Third Party Beneficiary Enforcement: It is expressly understood and agreed that the enforcement
of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, and all rights of action relating to such enforcement, shall be
strictly reserved to the undersigned parties, and nothing contained in this Agreement shall give or allow any
claim or right of action whatsoever by any other person or entity not included in this Agreement. It is the
express intention of the undersigned parties that any person or entity, other than the undersigned parties,
receiving services or benefits under this Agreement shall be an incidental beneficiary only.
5.0 Entire Agreement/Modifications: This Agreement including the Exhibits attached hereto and
incorporated herein, contains the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter
contained in this Agreement. This instrument supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, and
understandings or agreements with respect to the subject matter contained in this Agreement. This Agreement
may be changed or supplemented only by a written instrument signed by both parties.
6.0 Board of County Commissioners of Weld County Approval: This Agreement shall not be valid until
it has been approved by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, or its designee.
7.0 Choice of Law/Jurisdiction: Colorado law, and rules and regulations established pursuant thereto, shall
be applied in the interpretation, execution, and enforcement of this Agreement. Any provision included or
incorporated herein by reference which conflicts with said laws, rules and/or regulations shall be null and void.
In the event of a legal dispute between the parties, Operator agrees that the Weld County District Court shall
have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve said dispute.
8.0 Release of Liability. Operator shall indemnify and hold harmless the County from any and all liability
loss and damage County may suffer as a result of all suits, actions, or claims of every nature and description
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caused by, arising from, or on account of the design and construction of improvements, and pay any and all
judgments rendered against the County on account of any such suit, action or claim, and notwithstanding
Section 7.0 above, together with all reasonable expenses and attorney fees incurred by County in defending
such suit, action or claim whether the liability, loss or damage is caused by, or arises out of the negligence of
the County or its officers, agents, employees, or otherwise except for the liability, loss, or damage arising from
the intentional torts or the gross negligence of the County or its employees while acting within the scope of
their employment. All contractors and other employees engaged in construction of the improvements shall
maintain adequate worker's compensation insurance and public liability insurance coverage and shall operate
in strict accordance with the laws and regulations of the State of Colorado governing occupational safety and
health.
9.0 Attorneys Fees/Legal Costs: In the event of a dispute between County and Contract Professional,
concerning this Agreement, the parties agree that each party shall be responsible for the payment of attorney
fees and/or legal costs incurred by or on its own behalf.
10.0 Binding Arbitration Prohibited: Weld County does not agree to binding arbitration by any extra-
judicial body or person. Any provision to the contrary in this Agreement or incorporated herein by reference
shall be null and void.
11.0 Authority to Sign: Each person signing this Agreement, and associated Exhibits, represents and
warrants that he or she is duly authorized and has legal capacity to execute and deliver this Agreement. Each
party represents and warrants to the other that the execution and delivery of the Agreement and the performance
of such party's obligations hereunder have been duly authorized and that the Agreement is a valid and legal
agreement binding on such party and enforceable in accordance with its terms. If requested by the County,
Operator shall provide the County with proof of Operator's authority to enter into this Agreement within five
(5) days of receiving such request.
12.0 Acknowledgment. County and Operator acknowledge that each has read this Agreement, understands
it, and agrees to be bound by its terms. Both parties further agree that this Agreement, with the attached or
incorporated Exhibits, is the complete and exclusive statement of agreement between the parties and
supersedes all proposals or prior agreements, oral or written, and any other communications between the parties
relating to the subject matter of this Agreement.
13.0 Notwithstanding any other provision contained in this Agreement, for any conflict or potential conflict
between any term in this Agreement and the Resolution of the Board of County Commissioners approving the
underlying land use permit, the provisions of the Board's Resolution shall control. In the event of a discrepancy
between this agreement and the Weld County Code in effect at the time of the agreement, the terms of the
Weld County Code shall control.
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Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County , CO
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OPERATOR: DCP Operating C mpany, LP
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STATE OF COLORADO
County of Weld
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The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of
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WITNESS my hand and official seal.
LORRI ANN CARLSON
Notary Public
State of Colorado
Notary ID # 20054008501
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Notary Public
WELD COUNTY:
Clerk to the Bo
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
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Contract Form
New Contract Request
Enter information
Entity Name.
DCP OPERATING COMPANY LP
Entity ID*
≥10040422
New Entity?
Contract Name. Contract ID
ROAD MAINTENANCE DURING CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT 6977
DCP OPERATING COMPANY, LP LAP23-0006
Contract Status
CTB REVIEW
Contract Lead
JTRUJILLOMARTINEZ
Contract Lead Email
jtrujillomartinez@veldgov.c
Om
Parent Contract ID
Requires Board Approval
YES
Department Project #
Contract Description.
ROAD MAINTENANCE DURING CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT DCP OPERATING COMPANY, LP LAP23-0006 NO COLLATERAL
REQUIRED
Contract Description Z
Contract Type.
AGREEMENT
Amount
$0.00
Renewable
NO
Automatic Renewal
Gant
IGA
Department
PLANNING
Department Email
CM-Planning@weldgov.com
Department Head Email
CM-Planning-
DeptHead0sveldgov.com
County Attorney
GENERAL COUNTY
ATTORNEY EMAIL
County Attorney Email
CM-
COUNTYATTORNEY@WELDG
OV.COM
If this is a renewal enter previous Contract ID
If this is part of a MSA enter MSA Contract ID
Requested BOCC Agenda
Date
05/17/2023
Due Date
05,13/2023
Will a work session with BOCC be required?*
NO
Does Contract require Purchasing Dept. to be included?
NO
Note: the Previous Contract Number and Master Services Agreement Number should be left blank if those contracts are not in
OnBase
Cons
Effective Date
Review Date
05:17 :2024
Renewal Date
Termination Notice Period
Committed Delivery Date
Expiration Date
05/172025
Purchasing Approved Date
Purchasing Approver
Approval P1n
Department Head
TOM PARKO JR.
DH Approved Date
05/12/2023
MCC Approved
MCC Signed Date
BOCC Agenda. Date
06/05/2023
Originator
JTRUJ►LLOMART1NEZ
Finance Approver
CHRIS O OV1O1O
Finance Approved Date
05/12/2023
Tyler Ref #
AG 060523
Legal Counsel
BRUCE BARKER
Legal Counsel Approved Date
05/16/2023
DCP Midstream
Shelton Pipeline Project
April 2023
LAP SUMMARY REQUIREMENTS
Sec. 21-6-220.A.2. Summary Requirements. The Applicant shall provide a summary statement
of the project to include the following information. Provide relevant, site -specific information that
addresses each topic. If a topic does not pertain to the Pipeline being proposed, provide an
explanation as to why the topic does not apply.
A. A general description of the pipeline, including the product(s) or substance(s) being
transported, the source and terminus or end point, the total length of route, the type
of pipe including width, and any supporting equipment involved.
DCP is planning to construct, own, and operate the Shelton Pipeline (Project). This Project is
an approximately 0.12 mile, 12 -inch diameter natural gas steel pipeline that connects Civitas
(formally Crestone Peak) Shelton CPR -25 well pad (1041WOGLA22-0002) to an existing DCP
pipeline. The Project includes one 10' x 15' valve site.
The Project is located entirely within unincorporated Weld County and will be constructed within
the following Township, Range and Sections:
• Section 25 Township 4 North Range 65 West
The Project's total construction Right of Way (ROW) will be 80 feet wide, and the permanent
easement will be 30 feet wide. The pipeline will be installed at a nominal depth of 4 feet below the
surface, except when installed deeper under existing pipelines. For the purposes of this
application, the ROW is defined as the right to cross the property and does not indicate Fee
ownership.
The maximum allowable operating pressure (MAOP) of the pipelines will be 400 pounds per
square inch gauge (psig) with a normal operating pressure of 225 psig.
B. A description of the pipeline route and reason for its selection.
The Project originates at the Civitas Shelton CPR -25 well pad (40.282878°/-104.604572°), heads
north for 0.04 miles, and then west for 0.08 miles where it connects to an existing DCP pipeline
(40.283444'1-104.606062').
The pipeline does not intersect with any existing roads or future county road ROW. No floodplains,
wetlands, streams, or irrigation ditches will be crossed by the Project. The Project is not located
in an intergovernmental agreement area. The Project route was selected as the preferred route
as it balances environmental sensitivity, operational efficiency, cost minimization, landowner
approval, and is located near exiting oil and gas infrastructure. DCP has brought forth this
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alignment as the preferred route as it helps meet the operational needs of the Project while
minimizing impacts to the surrounding community and environment.
C. Procedures to be employed to minimize adverse impacts of the proposed pipeline
route.
While adverse impacts associated with the Project are not anticipated, DCP has procedures in
place to address impacts if they occur. The DCP right of way team will work to address any
adverse impacts to properties. This includes reclamation, reseeding, and addressing potential
subsidence concerns. Dust control practices such as limiting the vehicle speed on all unpaved
roads and watering roads as necessary. Upon successful completion of construction, disturbed
areas will be seeded with native grasses to encourage vegetation growth and soil stabilization.
Should a spill or or release occur, DCP will implement the Emergency Response Action Plan
(ERAP) developed for this Project. All spills will be cleaned up immediately after discovery and
reported to the appropriate agencies, in accordance with applicable regulations. A copy of the
ERAP is provided with this application.
D. An outline of the planned construction phase, including the startup and
commissioning schedule, to include the number of stages and timing of each. The
county acknowledges that this outline is subject to change, due to factors including,
but not limited to, contractor availability, weather, ability to close right-of-way tracts,
and the timing of third -party facility completion.
Typical pipeline construction methods will be implemented. The overall duration could take up to
two months, but the actual construction timeline will likely be less. Construction duration can be
impacted by weather events, specific landowner timing requirements, and availability of crews
due to other pipeline projects in the area. Construction methods include:
Survey — The Pipeline alignment and workspace limits will be identified prior to
construction activities. Duration: approximately 1 week or less.
Clearing and Grading — The temporary construction ROW will be cleared of trees and
obstructions and graded to a relatively flat surface to accommodate construction
equipment. Duration: approximately 1 week or less.
Trenching — The Pipeline trenches will be excavated to provide a depth of cover required
by the USDOT, Weld County or DCP Standards. Duration: approximately 1 week.
Pipe Stringing and Laying — Pipe segments will be strung along the ROW parallel to the
trench, and will be bent (where required), welded, and lowered -in to the trench. Duration:
approximately 1 week.
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Backfilling and Grading — Once the pipeline is installed in the trenches, subsoil will be
replaced into the trench. Topsoil that was segregated during grading operations will be
placed over the subsoil. Duration: approximately 1 week.
Hydrostatic Testing — The Pipeline expansion will undergo hydrostatic testing to ensure
its integrity. Duration: less than one week.
Restoration - The ROW will be re -graded to its preconstruction contour and seeded to
facilitate revegetation or left fallow per the landowner's request. Duration: approximately
1 week.
DCP intends to initiate construction of the Project in June 2023. The construction start date is
dependent on receiving all required permits or approvals, landowner timing restrictions, and the
status of other DCP pipeline construction projects.
E. Information on any public meeting conducted, to include the location, date, time,
attendance, and method of advertising. Such meetings are not required but are
recommended by the OGED to encourage communication between an applicant and
the community.
No public meetings pertaining to this Project have been held. However, DCP has met with the
landowners crossed by the pipeline to discuss the Project. All agreements will be in place prior to
construction of the Project.
F. A description of the hazards, if any, such as fire, explosion, or other dangers to the
health, safety, and welfare of the operator's employees and the public.
Transporting oil and gas products via pipeline is generally safer than other modes of transport.
There is some small risk of an accident in which the integrity of the pipeline may be compromised
resulting in a release of gas.
DCP maintains a monitoring system that includes a gas control center that continually tracks
pressures, flows, and deliveries on its entire system. The gas control center is staffed 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. DCP also staffs area offices near the pipeline route with
personnel who can provide the appropriate response to emergency situations, notify public safety
officials, and direct safety operations as necessary. DCP's pipeline systems are equipped with
remotely controlled valves that can be operated from the gas control center. In the event of an
emergency, the valves allow for a section of the pipeline to be isolated from the rest of the system.
Data acquisition systems are also present at all of DCP's meter stations. If system pressures fall
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Shelton Pipeline Project
April 2023
outside of a predetermined range, an alarm is activated, and notice is transmitted to the gas
control center.
Routine aerial and ground inspections are conducted by DCP personnel or contractors. These
inspections allow DCP to identify soil erosion that may expose the pipeline; dead vegetation that
may indicate a leak in the line; unauthorized encroachment on the ROW by a third party; or other
conditions that may lead to a safety hazard and/or require preventative maintenance or repairs.
In addition to DCP's monitoring and valve cutoff systems, DCP will clearly mark the Pipeline
centerline with markers placed at line of site intervals, and at road and railroad crossings. The
markers will clearly indicate the presence of a gas pipeline and will provide a telephone number
and address where a company representative can be reached in an emergency or prior to any
excavation around the pipeline. In addition, DCP participates in the "One Call" system. "One call"
systems serve as the clearinghouse for excavation activities that are planned close to pipelines
and other underground utilities.
A Weld County Emergency Response Action Plan (ERAP) has been developed for this Project
and is included with this application package. DCP employs highly trained operators and
contractors and maintains close working relationships with all emergency response personnel.
DCP also participates in a continuing education program to enable customers, the public,
government officials, and those engaged in excavation activities to recognize a gas pipeline
emergency and report it to the appropriate authority.
The Pipeline does not cross any known geologic hazards.
G. A decommissioning plan to address whether or not the pipeline will be removed from
the ground and if not, how the pipeline will be properly cleaned, capped, and
maintained.
If any portion of the Pipeline is decommissioned, that portion will be cleaned, isolated, and
abandoned in place or removed per all State and local regulations and per the landowner
agreement.
H. A description of any haul route(s) utilized during the construction phase, identifying
the roads and bridges involved, expected traffic volumes, and the weight of the loads.
DCP Midstream will utilize State Highways and paved roads whereas possible, as these are
typically built for larger vehicles. Pipe will be delivered directly to the site from the pipe contractor.
DCP Midstream will also obtain any overweight/oversized permits if necessary. Access
applications are included in Attachment F of this LAP application package.
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Shelton Pipeline Project
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Construction Vehicle Details
• 12" with 42' pipe joint length
• Approximately 15 total joints of pipe
• 15 joints per pipe truck
• Pipe trucks will be less than 80,000 lbs per load per DOT requirements
• Additional welding and construction personnel vehicles will also access the site.
Post -Construction Vehicle Details
Occasional truck activity for monthly pigging and measurement technicians. There would be 4-5
pickup trucks on site during this work.
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