The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission-regulated natural gas pipeline system in eastern Kentucky has 171 million cubic feet per day of capacity.

Big Sandy Pipeline is about 70 miles in length, with access to Huron Shale and Appalachian Basin natural gas supplies.

In May 2011, Spectra Energy said that EQT will be the main shipper on the pipeline, with over 80% of the pipeline’s capacity under firm, 16-year transportation agreements.

EQT chairman, president and CEO David Porges said the proceeds from the sale of the Big Sandy Pipeline will be reinvested to accelerate EQT’s most profitable investment opportunities, which mean primarily Marcellus and also Huron development activities.