Pipe Shift - JPO is closely monitoring Alyeska's investigation and correction of damages to pipe supports that resulted when a section of the pipeline shifted some time before May 15. A JPO field representative dispatched to the site reported that there is still about five feet of snow in the area but it is being cleared for wider examination of the pipe and support members. There are about 30 workers on site at this time. Spill Drill - Drills on TAPS and at the Valdez Marine Terminal are conducted frequently throughout the year. The scenarios and locations vary in order to train and prepare personnel and test equipment.
Drills vary in size and intensity.
Some are tabletop exercises and some are large realistic field events. JPO frequently participates in or observes drills to stay prepared to respond. The next major exercise is scheduled for June 6 in Fairbanks. JPO Order on Squirrel Creek Update - JPO ordered Alyeska to provide a corrective action plan for repair and maintenance to bring the aboveground pipeline supports on Squirrel Creek's north and south slopes into compliance with Grant and Lease Stipulations. JPO has reviewed Alyeska's scope of work and has informed Alyeska that it meets the intent of the Order.