49 C.F.R. § 195.583

What must I do to monitor atmospheric corrosion control?

Last amended: 2016Year: 2026Length: 117 wordsSubsections: 3Official source

Cite as 49 C.F.R. § 195.583 (2026)

(a) You must inspect each pipeline or portion of pipeline that is exposed to the atmosphere for evidence of atmospheric corrosion, as follows: If the pipeline is located: Then the frequency of inspection is: Onshore At least once every 3 calendar years, but with intervals not exceeding 39 months. Offshore At least once each calendar year, but with intervals not exceeding 15 months. (b) During inspections you must give particular attention to pipe at soil-to-air interfaces, under thermal insulation, under disbonded coatings, at pipe supports, in splash zones, at deck penetrations, and in spans over water. (c) If you find atmospheric corrosion during an inspection, you must provide protection against the corrosion as required by § 195.581.
Cross-references to the CFR
195.581.