N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 16 § 255.463

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 41, October 9, 2024

Section 255.463 - External corrosion control: cathodic protection

(a) Each cathodic protection system required by this Part must provide a level of cathodic protection that complies with one or more of the applicable criteria contained in Appendix 14-D of this Title. If none of these criteria are applicable, the cathodic protection system must provide a level of cathodic protection at least equal to that provided by compliance with one or more of these criteria.

(b) If amphoteric metals are included in a buried or submerged pipeline containing a metal of different anodic potential:

(1) the amphoteric metals must be electrically isolated from the remainder of the pipeline and be cathodically protected; or

(2) the entire buried or submerged pipeline must be cathodically protected at a cathodic potential that meets the requirements of Appendix 14-D of this Title for amphoteric metals.

(c) The amount of cathodic protection must be controlled so as not to damage the protective coating or the pipe.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 16 § 255.463