49 CFR § 196.109 Protection of Underground Pipelines from Excavation Activity

§ 196.109 What must an excavator do if damage to a pipeline from excavation activity causes a leak where product is released from the pipeline?

Current through Sep 25, 2026 · Read all of Part 196

If damage to a pipeline from excavation activity causes the release of any PHMSA regulated natural and other gas or hazardous liquid as defined in part 192, 193, or 195 of this chapter from the pipeline, the excavator must promptly report the release to appropriate emergency response authorities by calling the 911 emergency telephone number.

← § 196.107 What must an excavator do if a pipeline is damaged by excavation activity?§ 196.111 What if a pipeline operator fails to respond to a locate request or fails to accurately locate and mark its pipeline? →