Pipeline Awareness

Because natural gas pipelines are underground, the public often is unaware of their presence. Pipelines may be in your neighborhood, or even on your property. How do you know? One of the easiest ways to locate a pipeline is to recognize pipeline markers. The Cookeville Gas Department installs these high-visibility yellow markers at road crossings, railroads and other points along the pipeline right-of-way. The markers identify the pipeline company and include telephone numbers to call to reach a company representative. Be aware that not all pipeline locations are identified by markers.  Please call "811" to have any pipelines identified before your work project begins.

If a pipeline is on your property the easement is the agreement that gives the pipeline company the right of access to build, operate and maintain the pipeline. Remember: If a pipeline is on your property, the right-of-way must be kept clear of structures and trees. These restrictions are necessary for safety reasons.

  Markers DO NOT Show:                                         Markers DO Show:
  The depth of the pipelines                                         The approximate location of the pipelines
  The number of pipelines                                            Our company's name
  The exact location of the pipelines                             Emergency phone number 
                        

 Please contact us for additional information.