344-mile gas pipeline planned across North Dakota to expand capacity
(UI) — Intensity Infrastructure Partners and Rainbow Energy Center have announced a joint venture to build a new natural gas pipeline spanning from the Bakken region in western North Dakota to the eastern part of the state, a move aimed at boosting in-state resource use.
The planned pipeline will increase takeaway capacity for associated natural gas in the Williston Basin, enabling greater in-state processing and delivery while supporting oil production growth and boosting state tax revenues.
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“This project represents a long-term investment in North Dakota’s energy future,” said Stacy Tschider, CEO of Rainbow Energy Center. “A pipeline of this size directly supports the state’s goals to grow all energy production responsibly while capturing greater economic value for our citizens.”
The 344-mile project will be constructed in two phases:
- Phase I: 136 miles of 36-inch pipe from near Watford City to Washburn, ND, with a capacity of 1.1 million Dth/d.
- Phase II: 208 miles of 30-inch pipe from Washburn to Casselton, ND, with capacity of 430,000 Dth/d and multiple delivery points.
The target in-service date is July 2029, with potential acceleration based on market interest and permitting.
“We’re excited to work with Rainbow to enhance the state’s ability to monetize its natural gas resources locally,” said Joseph Griffin, CEO of Intensity. “The state has been seeking a project of this size with a customer like Rainbow for nearly a decade.”
Continental Resources Vice Chairman Jeff Hume added, “This marks a major milestone in strengthening North Dakota’s energy infrastructure.”
The pipeline will also reserve capacity for future, unannounced projects along its route, allowing for expansion as demand grows.
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