Pipeline Built in 1953 Still Pumping Oil and Gas Under Straits of Mackinac

Question before DEQ; how long before the 63 year old pipeline needs significant repairs or starts leaking?

State officials are considering what to do about a 63-year old, 645-mile long pipeline that runs across the U.P, under the Straits of Mackinac and into Canada. WDET’s Amy Miller has more information.

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Photo above of Woodland Pipeline courtesy of Jasonwoodhead23

 

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  • Amy Miller
    Amy has been working in public and commercial radio for the last 30 yrs. She is an award winning reporter and news anchor, born and raised in Detroit.