Authorizing South Bow (USA) LP To Operate and Maintain Pipeline Facilities at Cavalier County, North Dakota, at the International Boundary Between the United States and Canada
1. Purpose
The permit authorizes South Bow (USA) LP to operate and maintain pipeline facilities at the U.S.-Canada border in Cavalier County, ND, facilitating the transport of various hydrocarbons and petroleum products.
2. Key Actions And Directives
- Authorize Operations of Pipeline Facilities: South Bow (USA) LP is authorized to operate pipeline facilities carrying hydrocarbons at Cavalier County.
- Compliance with Laws: Operation must adhere to all conditions of the permit and relevant laws.
- Reporting Requirements: Permittee must submit sworn reports on facility operations as required.
- Environmental Liability Indemnification: Permittee is liable for environmental claims related to the facilities.
- Ownership Transfer Notification: Permittee must notify the President of any ownership changes of the Border facilities.
3. Important Points
- Nature of Transported Products: Permitted products include crude oil, naphtha, jet fuel, and diesel; excludes natural gas under the Natural Gas Act.
- Supersedes Previous Permit: This permit voids the earlier July 29, 2020, Presidential permit.
- National Security Clause: U.S. has the right to take possession of the facilities for national security, with compensation provisions.
- No Enforceable Rights Created: The permit does not confer enforceable legal rights against the U.S. for any party.
- Environmental Responsibility: The permittee is responsible for all liabilities and claims arising from the facility's operation.
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