Menu
Search
Filters
Close
Menu

51318-11215-Analysis of Long-Term Data Logging Measurements on Pipelines Influenced by LRT Stray Current

Picture for Analysis of Long-Term Data Logging Measurements on Pipelines Influenced by LRT Stray Current
Available for download

Information is presented on field data collection and management, data correlation, data analysis, and future considerations for stray current monitoring.

Product Number: 51318-11215-SG
Author: Erik Llewellyn / Zachary Sharon
Publication Date: 2018
Industry: Pipelines, Tanks, and Underground Systems
$0.00
$20.00
$20.00

The effects of stray currents produced by DC powered Light Rail Transit (LRT) systems on nearby underground pipelines have been studied extensively due to significant interference and pipeline failures associated with stray currents. Determining which pipelines are at an increased risk for stray current corrosion is commonly evaluated through measuring “snapshots” of pipe-to-soil potentials and comparing values to established cathodic protection criteria. Due to the dynamic nature of LRT systems, the value of this data is limited because it does not provide a long-term representation of pipeline conditions. The need to monitor pipe-to-soil potentials for longer durations became apparent when discrepancies in the pipe-to-soil potentials were observed. Variations in the data have been attributed to seasonal weather changes, LRT maintenance, LRT system operations, and pipeline operations.

Continuous, long-term pipe-to-soil potential data logging on utilities near the LRT system has provided valuable information in identifying environmental and operational factors that influence stray current activity on the nearby pipelines. Information is presented on field data collection and management, data correlation, data analysis, and future considerations for stray current monitoring. The information can be used to determine the need for mitigation, develop mitigation strategies, and assess the amount of time pipe-to-soil potentials are outside utility owner standards for corrosion control.

Key words: corrosion, cathodic protection, stray currents, light rail transit, LRT, underground pipelines, pipe-to-soil potentials, data logging

The effects of stray currents produced by DC powered Light Rail Transit (LRT) systems on nearby underground pipelines have been studied extensively due to significant interference and pipeline failures associated with stray currents. Determining which pipelines are at an increased risk for stray current corrosion is commonly evaluated through measuring “snapshots” of pipe-to-soil potentials and comparing values to established cathodic protection criteria. Due to the dynamic nature of LRT systems, the value of this data is limited because it does not provide a long-term representation of pipeline conditions. The need to monitor pipe-to-soil potentials for longer durations became apparent when discrepancies in the pipe-to-soil potentials were observed. Variations in the data have been attributed to seasonal weather changes, LRT maintenance, LRT system operations, and pipeline operations.

Continuous, long-term pipe-to-soil potential data logging on utilities near the LRT system has provided valuable information in identifying environmental and operational factors that influence stray current activity on the nearby pipelines. Information is presented on field data collection and management, data correlation, data analysis, and future considerations for stray current monitoring. The information can be used to determine the need for mitigation, develop mitigation strategies, and assess the amount of time pipe-to-soil potentials are outside utility owner standards for corrosion control.

Key words: corrosion, cathodic protection, stray currents, light rail transit, LRT, underground pipelines, pipe-to-soil potentials, data logging

Product tags
Also Purchased
Picture for PIPELINE STRAY DIRECT CURRENT (DC) INTERFERENCE
Available for download

51318-10689-PIPELINE STRAY DIRECT CURRENT (DC) INTERFERENCE

Product Number: 51318-10689-SG
Author: Eric S. Langelund
Publication Date: 2018
$20.00

Concerns related to stray DC interference. Including safety, testing, documentation and lessons learned. Also addressed are DC powered transit systems and other unordinary sources of DC interference.
Picture for 51318-11270- DC Transit Stray Current Corrosion Control: Everyone Wins When You Work Together
Available for download

51318-11270- DC Transit Stray Current Corrosion Control: Everyone Wins When You Work Together

Product Number: 51318-11270-SG
Author: Vera Kustova / Dale Lindemuth / Chad Kuykendall
Publication Date: 2018
$20.00

This case history covers the stray current corrosion control program for a natural gas pipeline operator with assets influenced by operation of a nearby direct powered light rail transit system.

 
Picture for 11338 Stray Current Interference from a Light Rail Traction System
Available for download

11338 Stray Current Interference from a Light Rail Traction System

Product Number: 51300-11338-SG
ISBN: 2011 11338 CP
Author: Earl L. Kirkpatrick
Publication Date: 2011
$20.00
Categories
Industry
Recently viewed
Popular tags
View all

Association for Materials Protection and Performance

© AMPP All Rights Reserved.
Membership Terms of Content Use
Contact Customer Support