DEP Issues Chapter 105 Permit For 3.6 Mile EQT ARO LLC Aboveground Shale Gas Water Pipeline In Lycoming County

The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the August 1 PA Bulletin announcing it has issued a Chapter 105 permit to EQT ARO LLC for a 3.6 mile aboveground shale gas water pipeline in McNett and Cascade Townships, Lycoming County.  (PA Bulletin, page 4615)

The plastic pipeline will begin at the future RBP Aboveground Storage Pad to the Hemlock shale gas well pad and continue to the RBP shale gas well pad A.

Construction will impact N. Pleasant Stream (Exceptional Value), Rock Run (Exceptional Value) and various wetlands.

Anyone aggrieved by this decision has 30 days from this notice to file an appeal with the Environmental Hearing Board.

Questions about this permit should be directed to DEP’s Eastern District Oil and Gas Management Program Office in Williamsport by calling (570) 321-6550 or sending email to: RA-EPEASTERNOGPRG@pa.gov. 

Read the entire PA Bulletin notice for more information. (PA Bulletin, page 4615)

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[Posted: July 31, 2026]  PA Environment Digest