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Q: Is Jet Fuel Explosive?
A: No, the jet fuel transported by the underground pipeline is not a volatile material. It is similar to kerosene in that it burns, but cannot explode. Jet fuel has a very low vapor pressure, unlike gasoline, which is a highly volatile fuel that can explode.
Q: How safe is an underground pipeline?
A: Today, underground energy transport systems are the safest mode of fuel transportation. WesPac constructs our systems using high tensile strength steel, a strong and durable material. In addition, we utilize numerous safety and monitoring mechanisms to ensure the integrity of the system. Today, pipelines are placed underground using precise coordinates and GIS (Geographic Information System) technology. This way, their location is always accurately known. In California, before any operator or excavator begins a project that requires digging, they must contact the local "DigAlert" office. DigAlert is the One Call Notification Center that has centralized information about the location of every underground infrastructure system in a particular area. The U.S. Department of Transportation requires each state to have a one-call system.
Q: How will this project benefit the community?
A: The new energy transport system will provide the greater Los Angeles region with a new, state-of-the-art underground pipeline system to LAX, which will reduce jet fuel transportation costs and provide a reliable source of fuel for airlines. The new energy transport system will increase competition for jet fuel, and could help stabilize airlines' fuel costs, which directly affects the cost of passenger air travel.
Q: What impacts will construction have on traffic in my community?
A: WesPac Energy Group is committed to serving the needs of our neighbors throughout the construction process and will keep working closely and continuously with each municipality to ensure minimal disruption and traffic impacts. To this end, WesPac will keep our neighbors regularly informed as to the construction schedule, mitigation efforts, and alternate travel routes during this time period. WesPac has extensive experience installing underground energy transport systems and, as a private entity, is held to a much stricter schedule to complete projects that require construction in public thoroughfares by cities and counties.