TAPS Renewal Application & Public Hearings

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources is publishing a public notice that Alyeska Pipeline Service Company has filed an application to renew the Trans‑Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS) Right‑of‑Way lease (ADL 63574) and associated rights for the maximum term of 30 years. The renewal covers the 800‑mile, 48‑inch crude‑oil pipeline, its ancillary fuel‑gas line, access roads, airstrips, and communication sites that cross state lands and waterways. The notice includes details on how the public can obtain the application, virtual and in‑person public hearing dates (October 13 & 15, 2026), and contact information for the DNR’s State Pipeline Coordinator’s Section. • Lease renewal for TAPS ROW (ADL 63574) and ancillary facilities • Requested term: 30 years (maximum allowed) • Pipeline: 800 mi, 48‑in, transports >450,000 bbl/day • Public hearings: Virtual Oct 13 2026, In‑person Oct 15 2026 (Valdez) • Application materials available online; hard copies at DNR office (Anchorage) • Contact: State Pipeline Coordinator’s Section, (907) 269‑8800, [email protected]