Trans-Alaska Pipeline System
Trans-Alaska Pipeline System (purple)
The Trans-Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS) is composed of an 800-mile, 48-inch diameter pipeline, the Valdez Marine Terminal (VMT), 11 pump stations (original plans specified 12 pump stations, but only 11 were constructed) and various support facilities. The State right-of-way lease, ADL 63574, applies to the 344 miles of State-owned land in the TAPS right-of-way. In 1977, construction of TAPS was completed, and major oil production began on the North Slope.
Current Operator
Lease Dates
- Alyeska Pipeline Service Company (APSC)
- Amended Lease: May 02, 2004 - May 02, 2034
- Original ROW Lease: May 03, 1974 - May 02, 2004
Product
- Crude Oil
Diameter (inches)
- 48
System Length/Length on State Lands (approx. miles)
- 800.00 / 343.00
Normal Wall Thickness (inches)
- 0.462
- 0.562
Associated ADL Numbers
- 63574
Positions
- Mixed- Buried & Above Ground
Year Constructed
Related Documents
Active Fish Streams Along TAPS
- 1975 - 1977