“The Record of Decision (ROD) is a key milestone for the Pikka Development Project. The process, which also involved the development and issuance of the Environmental Impact Statement, included public comment periods and solicitation of feedback from other Federal as well as State and local agencies, helping to ensure the project is well planned, environmentally responsible and addresses issues and concerns of all key stakeholders.Ĭommenting on the ROD, Peter Botten, Oil Search’s Managing Director, said: The USACE ROD represents the conclusion of a four-year analysis of the potential effects of the proposed Pikka Development on the environment, economics, land use, floodplain values and the needs and welfare of the local people. ![]() Approximately 35 miles (48 kilometres) of pipelines.Approximately 25 miles (40 kilometres) of roads.An operations centre with a 200-bed camp plus office, warehouse and maintenance facilities.Up to three drill sites for the production and injection wells.The permit approves a development scope including the following: The planned development is located approximately 52 miles (84 kilometres) from Deadhorse, Alaska and at its closest point is seven miles (11 kilometres) northeast of the community of Nuiqsut. This approval, which is a critical next step to advancing the proposed development, includes Oil Search’s recommended changes reflecting feedback from permitting agencies and key stakeholders. ![]() Oil Search has received the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) permit and Record of Decision (ROD) for the Pikka Development Project on Alaska’s North Slope, in accordance with Section 404 of the US Clean Water Act.
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