Notice of Availability of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed Kosciusko Junction Pipeline Project
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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Kosciusko Junction Pipeline Project proposed by Gulf South Pipeline Company and Texas Gas Transmission. The project involves abandoning and transferring existing pipeline facilities in Mississippi, constructing approximately 111 miles of new 36-inch diameter natural gas pipelines, installing multiple new compressor stations with a combined horsepower exceeding 133,000 hp, and building new meter stations and related infrastructure. FERC concludes that with proposed mitigation measures, the environmental effects would be less than significant. The draft EIS is open for public comment until 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on May 25, 2026. Three public comment sessions are scheduled in Mississippi communities in late April 2026.
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Key Changes
- Public comment deadline set for 5:00 p.m. ET on May 25, 2026
- Construction of 111 miles of new 36-inch diameter pipeline (8.1-mile Columbia Gulf Lateral + 102.9-mile Kosciusko Junction Pipeline)
- Installation of new compressor units totaling over 133,000 horsepower across multiple stations
+ 3 more changes with Pro
Obligations
What this law requires
Submit comments on the draft EIS on or before 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on May 25, 2026 to ensure consideration in the final EIS
File comments using one of four approved methods: eComment feature, eFiling feature, paper mail to FERC Secretary, or carrier delivery to specified FERC address
Reference project docket numbers CP25-547 or CP25-549 on all comment submissions
Implement applicants' avoidance, minimization, and mitigation measures as well as Commission staff's recommended mitigation measures to ensure environmental effects remain less than significant
Obtain a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity from FERC under section 7(c) of the Natural Gas Act before constructing and operating interstate natural gas transportation facilities