Crescent Energy seeks temporary water line; commissioners weigh project-specific agreements instead of countywide ordinance

Jeff Crozier of Crescent Energy presented a map to Duchesne County commissioners on March 16 outlining a request to run a temporary lay-flat water line along North Crescent and 1900 North to Bottle Hollow Reservoir.

Crozier described a project schedule that would begin at the end of August and run through mid-October and said the company is seeking county right-of-way access; he noted the line would cross culverts, require landowner permissions and could present challenges during storms. Public Works Director Mike Casper and others discussed alignment, approaches and right-of-way acquisition.

Commissioner Greg Miles said he had consulted with Scott Hardman in Uintah County and circulated Uintah's temporary-pipeline ordinance for review. Deputy Attorney Grant Charles recommended the county instead use tailored agreements for each pipeline project rather than a single ordinance that may not fit every situation, saying agreements allow project- and location-specific terms. The commission agreed to consider both options at a future meeting; no formal vote was taken on rights-of-way or an ordinance at this session.

The presentation and follow-up discussion left open several implementation details: Crescent Energy needs landowner permissions, the county must confirm culvert and stormwater impacts, and staff will assess whether to pursue a model ordinance or project-specific agreements. No permit or agreement was executed on March 16.