The Mountain Valley Pipeline is currently slated for completion by June 18, 2026.
Project Completion Deadline
The deadline for the Mountain Valley Pipeline's construction has been extended. Originally facing delays and various permitting issues, the developers were granted additional time to finalize the project. This extension provides a window of three years from December 2023, pushing the anticipated completion date to mid-2026.
Key information regarding the completion timeline:
- Extended Deadline: June 18, 2026
- Reason for Extension: Project delays and other permitting challenges
- Extension Granted On: December 19, 2023
Project Status and Potential Revisions
While the June 2026 date serves as the current target for finishing construction, the project's future development remains dynamic. As of late 2023, the developer had informed regulators about considering a "redesigned project" as an alternative to the currently planned pipeline route and scope. This suggests that while a deadline is in place for the existing project, there may be ongoing evaluations for potential modifications or alternative approaches to its completion.
