Vegetation Maintenance in the Pipeline Right-of-way
Enbridge
M&N Operating Company
547 Lincoln Street
Richmond, ME 04357
207-737-8249
August 18, 2022
RE: Vegetation Maintenance in the Pipeline Right-of-Way
Dear Resident/Property Owner,
As you are probably aware M&N Operating Company, LLC (M&NOC) is the operator of the 24-inch diameter high-pressure natural gas transmission line and associated facilities extending from Westbrook, Maine to Baileyville, Maine. The facilities are owned by Maritimes & Northeast
Pipeline, L.L.C. M&NOC is responsible for daily operations and maintenance of these facilities. In accordance with the U.S. Department of Transportation requirements, M&NOC will be conducting vegetation maintenance within the right-of-way from Westbrook, Maine to Winterport, Maine.
Vegetation maintenance consists of cutting brush and any trees (to approximately six inches in diameter) by hand and mechanical means. Residential and agricultural areas not overburdened by brush or trees will not be mowed; however, it may be necessary to cross these areas within the right-of-way for continuous access. Areas previously used for temporary workspace will not be mowed. It is imperative that M&NOC's access to maintain and operate the pipeline is not blocked or impaired by objects or structures. Your cooperation in this regard is important and appreciated.
To help insure the integrity of the pipeline, M&NOC utilizes aerial patrols to monitor construction and other activities on or near the right-of-way. Vegetation maintenance ensures a well-defined aerial view of the right-of-way.
It is expected that this vegetation maintenance will commence in September and will be completed by December 31, 2022. Prior to that, M&NOC personnel will be marking environmentally sensitive areas and locations to mow. If you have any questions concerning the vegetation maintenance program, please contact me at 207-737-8249.
Sincerely,
Lara T. Bailey, SRWA, RW-NAC Advisor, Lands & Right of Way