State: Pipeline closer to surface than ordered, but still safe

Pipes to be used in Vermont Gas Systems’ natural gas pipeline project wait in a construction yard. File photo by John Herrick/VTDigger
Vermont Gas Systems didn’t bury its controversial natural gas pipeline as deeply as it was supposed to, but the company and the state Department of Public Service say that doesn’t pose a problem.
The department says Vermont Gas should be allowed to leave the pipeline as is. However, DPS officials want an investigation into why the company didn&r