The Mountain Valley Pipeline ruptured in Virginia on May 2, 2024, just three weeks from a requested in-service date for the long-delayed project. Opponents, including those who live near the rupture in Bent Mountain, Virginia, say the rupture is evidence the project isn t ready for service.
The pipe on Bent Mountain ruptured as water was pumped through it at high pressure to test for leaks. Pipeline opponents say this shows the 303-mile high-pressure gas pipeline is not ready for use. Mountain Valley Pipeline is seeking permission to activate it by June 1.
The pipe on Bent Mountain ruptured as water was pumped through it at high pressure to test for leaks. Pipeline opponents say this shows the 303-mile high-pressure gas pipeline is not ready for use. Mountain Valley Pipeline is seeking permission to activate it by June 1.