Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States

Kinder Morgan, one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in the United States, introduced plans for a multibillion-dollar expansion of its existing natural gas pipeline system in the southeastern U.S. back in February, according to Augusta-Aiken WRDW-TV.

The proposal, currently under review, calls for the addition of 14 new pipeline segments totaling approximately 290 miles. These lines would stretch across Georgia, South Carolina, and Alabama. The plan also includes upgrades to 13 compressor stations and the installation of four new metering facilities to manage and measure gas flow.

“This is an expansion of an existing natural gas pipeline system that we have operated in Georgia for over 50 years,” Allen Fore, vice president of Kinder Morgan, told Augusta-Aiken WRDW-TV. “It’s designed to increase natural gas supply for the region.”

Branded as the “South System 4 Expansion,” the project is being positioned as necessary to meet long-term energy demand, even for those who don’t directly use natural gas at home.

“Natural gas is a key source for generating electricity,” Fore added. “So even if you don’t have a gas stove or heater, your lights are likely powered by it. Everyone benefits.”

Some property owners in Jefferson County have expressed concern about how the project might interfere with future land use. In recent public forums, Kinder Morgan has emphasized its willingness to work with landowners to accommodate specific needs.

If regulatory approvals are granted, construction could begin in the coming years, with operations expected to start between 2028 and 2029.