Pipeline Services

HGA has decades of experience supporting pipeline challenges for clients. We can assist with initial site and route selection, pipeline design and mapping, inspection and integrity management services, and construction management support. We understand the regulatory environment of interstate pipeline projects. Our portfolio of pipeline services offers a unique combination of design expertise, a proven construction package, and expert support to help you increase efficiency, reduce capital and operational costs, and improve safety.

Pipeline Surveying

Our pipeline service professionals use leading technology, up-to-date industry standards, codes, and regulations to plan and execute projects.

HGA can provide the necessary professional land surveying services required for pipelines, telecommunications, electric utility, plant sites, and other properties. We utilize the latest technology, including electronic field books, total station and global positioning systems (GPS).

As our initial surveys are conducted, we utilize electronic ROW trackers in conjunction with our GIS database to assure that survey crews know which properties they have access to and when. As projects are being constructed, an as-built survey is being performed to tie down the exact location of the system and subsequently used to prepare the final as-built drawings. This is shared via our ArcGIS server and also on our SharePoint sites so anyone involved in the project can see progress in real time.

Pipeline Surveying Services

Preliminary Survey

Oil & Gas Well Survey

Pipeline & Linear As-Built Survey

Facility As-Built Survey

Route studies and estimates
Courthouse research/title search
Public agency coordination
Project management
Survey permission
Land negotiating/acquisition
Procurement
Title research and curative
Training
Maintain landowner relations throughout the construction

Right of Way

We are a group of seasoned industry professionals who understand the importance of quality and pay close attention to detail for all Right-of-Way (ROW) projects. We combine our skill sets with the full range of services, expertise, and rare insight to identify owners, conduct title research, and negotiate with landowners. Clients choose HGA for our collaborative style, integrity, and thoroughness in identifying potential ROW problems. They appreciate the sense of certainty HGA brings to projects as well as the results HGA produces. We make it a top priority to add value to each project.

Whether stand-alone right-of-way projects or fully integrated services, our engineering and field service professionals can serve your ROW needs, including:

Pipeline Routing

Pipeline Design & Mapping

Accuracy, advanced technology, and professional excellence from the HGA team assure you best-in-quality service. We utilize the latest technology, including BlueSky’s Skyline(CAD) and Lightening(GIS) tools, AutoCAD Civil 3D and CADWorx to accurately and efficiently provide the proper level of detail required for your project. Our staff works closely with leading industry professionals and is supported by a world-class team of data technicians, CAD designers, project managers, and engineers. The latest in geodetic technology and data management software is used to assist clients with mapping and design, advanced material tracking, regulatory compliance, and unique solutions that transcend industry challenges. Our engineering group performs all calculations and reports necessary for the design and mapping groups to prepare a complete drawing package. In turn, our mapping and design groups use the survey and engineering data, along with the latest design software, to produce alignment sheets, permit drawings, property plats/sketches, and facility design drawings. Our team gives clients the capability to view current changes, documentation, and details in real time.

Pipeline Construction Management

HGA’s pipeline construction management team offers a full range of services with a focus on safety HGA provides a full range of construction management services. Be it construction oversight, subcontract administration, or quality control, HGA delivers support services—from safety, field materials procurement, material control and expediting to cost control and scheduling. Maintenance of a safe worksite, coordination of contractors, and assessment of construction progress are key functions of the construction manager in ensuring a successful project. Each project is customized to ensure deliverables are met on-time and within budget.

Services Offered:

Pipeline Inspection Services

Our in-depth knowledge in the industry combines with our experienced group of personnel to ensure that your projects are built and documented according to your plans. Whether your pipeline transports gas or liquid, HGA offers quality linear and pipeline inspection services. We help manage and prevent threats, making sure pipelines and facilities operate at maximum efficiency. We also ensure materials being used meet all regulatory and client specifications, with a focus on safety from pre-qualification to on-site services.

Services Offered:

Construction plans & specification
Shop fabrication
FAT test
Civil/structural
Mechanical/piping
Electrical/instrumentation
Road bores/HDDs
ROW
Environmental
Coating
Welding

Pipeline Integrity Management

HGA can help you ensure that the integrity of your pipeline infrastructure meets or exceeds all local, state, and federal regulations. HGA understands the hazards and challenges involved in evaluating pipeline inspection projects. Working closely with our clients, our team can perform full-scale asset testing and screening to help you improve safety, manage operations, and reduce operational risks.

We provide a comprehensive range of services, including in-line inspection and anomaly management, risk analysis, HCA analysis, auditing, and compliance verification, as well as repair support services. Our team can complement your existing project coordination or provide all services within the project work scope to ensure efficient execution of technical and regulatory compliance.

Services Offered:

In-line Inspection Tool Tracking Services

Verify the location or progress of the pig throughout the inspection process with our in-line inspection (ILI) tool tracking support services. We utilize the latest technology and set up stations along the entire pipeline to successfully perform your inspection run.

ILI Report Evaluation & Repair Analysis

HGA pipeline integrity assessment experts provide a broad range of in-line inspection analyses for successful pipeline assessment. We offer comprehensive examinations for anomalies such as corrosion and metal loss, cracks, denting, and ovality—and identify actions to mitigate. We leverage our knowledge and experience to verify tool performance, ensure ILI data, and select anomalies for repair based on the probability of failure.

Anomaly Tracking & Growth Evaluations

Our detailed methods and in-line inspection technology define anomaly characteristics, both internal and external, and our survey reports detect corrosion anomalies, as well as the severity to reduce uncertainty and increase safety. If two inspections are available for a pipeline, we are able to provide anomaly size and classification to determine the corrosion growth rate. By combining inspection and assessment, we help increase operational reliability and maximize long-term production.

Above-Ground Marker (AGM) Survey & Validation

HGA provides accurate installation and documentation of pipeline AGM markers to support your pipeline integrity program. Our registered professional land surveyors are equipped with the latest survey and mapping GPS technology to help in the mapping and site placement of AGMs on your pipeline systems. We work with you to determine when and where AGMs should be placed—including in hard-to-reach areas where pre-set AGMs can be utilized.

Anomaly Dig Determination Reports

When accurate staking of anomalies is necessary, HGA survey experts have the optimal solution for dig planning, interpreting, and accurately determining the location of the potential dig sites and completion of dig sheets.

National Pipeline Mapping System (NPMS)

Our data management services can expertly prepare and submit NPMS reports on behalf of hazardous liquid and natural gas pipeline operators. In addition, we offer data/compliance consulting, data conversion, and centerline accuracy.

Cathodic Protection (CP) Surveys

HGA can provide a wide range of CP services and solutions that prevent and control corrosion. These include annual CP surveys, close interval surveys, stray current interference testing, casing inspection, and root cause and corrective action.

Anomaly Repair Support

Our certified project managers can oversee the execution of your integrity dig project and streamline service delivery of all subcontractors and third-party suppliers.

Pipeline Services