Sable Offshore Corp. notified PHMSA about classifying the Las Flores Pipeline as an interstate pipeline in a recent letter.
PHMSA reviewed the pipeline and agreed with Sable Offshore Corp.'s determination.
The classification change in 2016 shifted parts of the pipeline from intrastate to interstate status.
Ownership Change
Sable Offshore Corp. acquired the Las Flores Pipeline in 2024, leading to the classification review.
Regulatory Oversight
Sable Offshore Corp. requested transition from state to federal regulatory oversight for the pipeline.
PHMSA Review
PHMSA conducted an on-site inspection and reviewed written procedures and records of the Las Flores Pipeline.
- The classification as an interstate pipeline shifts regulatory authority to PHMSA from the California Office of the State Fire Marshal.
- This determination aligns with federal regulations granting PHMSA exclusive oversight of interstate pipelines.
The confirmation of the Las Flores Pipeline as an interstate facility marks a significant regulatory milestone for Sable Offshore Corp., enhancing safety standards and compliance measures.