Common use of Metering Facilities and Measurement Clause in Contracts

Metering Facilities and Measurement. Except as otherwise agreed by Houston, the metering facilities to measure the volumes of Gas delivered at each Receipt Point and Delivery Point shall be maintained and operated or caused to be maintained and operated by Houston. The Btu content of the Gas shall be determined by the facilities at the Receipt Points and Delivery Points. Such facilities and measurement data with respect to the Gas covered hereby shall at all reasonable times be subject to joint inspection by the parties hereto. Gas volumes measured with the use of orifice meter(s) shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of the Gas Measurement Committee Report No. 3 of the American Gas Association, as revised in 1985 and as amended and/or supplemented from time to time, and Gas volumes measured with the use of positive meter(s) shall be determined on the basis of Gas Measurement Committee Report No. 7 of the American Gas Association, as revised in 1981 and as may be amended and/or supplemented thereafter from time to time. The unit of volume for measurement of Gas delivered hereunder shall be one (1) cubic foot of Gas at a base temperature of sixty degrees Fahrenheit (60F.) and at an absolute pressure of fourteen and sixty-five one hundredths (14.65) pounds per square inch absolute. Atmospheric pressure for each of the Receipt Points and Delivery Points shall be assumed to be the pressure value determined by Houston for the county in which such point is located pursuant to generally accepted industry practices (but not less than 14.1 psia nor more than 14.7 psia) irrespective of the actual atmospheric pressure at such points from time to time. Temperature shall be determined by a recording thermometer of standard make. If recording charts are used, the arithmetical average of the temperature recorded during periods of flow for each chart, the factor for specific gravity according to the latest test therefor, and the correction for deviation from Ideal Gas Laws applicable during each chart period shall be used to make proper computations of volumes hereunder. If electronic flow measurement is used, continuous temperature, static pressure and differential pressure monitoring will be applicable. If electronic measurement is used in conjunction with on-site chromatograph, continuous monitoring of specific gravity will be applicable; otherwise the volumes computed using a fixed value specific gravity factor shall be corrected to reflect the actual specific gravity of the flowing Gas as determined by a chromatographic analysis of the sample accumulated during the same period of flow or, in the case of spot samples, the specific gravity factor determined by chromatographic analysis shall be applied to volumes delivered during the succeeding chart periods. The correction for deviation from the Ideal Gas Laws shall be computed and applied to volumes calculated by electronic measurement devices. Specific gravity and Btu shall be determined by such methods as may be developed by Houston through use of a continuous Gas sample accumulator, on premises analysis, or by spot samples taken at the Receipt Points and Delivery Points at intervals determined to be appropriate by Houston. Results from a continuous sampler shall be used to calculate volumes delivered during the same period in which the sample was accumulated; provided, however, that Houston reserves the right to adopt the practice of using the Btu content measured for a period prior to the Month of Gas flow in calculating the quantity of Gas transported during a given Month. Results from a spot sample shall be used to calculate volumes during the subsequent period until another sample is taken. The arithmetical average of the continuous temperature recorded during each chart period, the factor for specific gravity according to the latest test therefor, and the correction for deviation from Ideal Gas Laws applicable during each chart period shall be used to make proper computations of volumes hereunder. The gross heating value (Btu content) used shall be determined by adjusting the Btu content measured to reflect the actual water vapor content of the Gas delivered at a temperature of sixty degrees Fahrenheit (60F.) at an absolute pressure of fourteen and sixty-five one-hundredths (14.65) pounds per square inch absolute. If the water vapor content of the Gas delivered is equal to or less than seven (7) pounds per one million cubic feet (1,000 Mcf), the Gas shall be considered dry. The volume of Gas measured shall be multiplied by the applicable Btu content for such Gas (either that measured for the Month of Gas flow or for the designated period of Btu measurement that may occur prior to the actual Month of Gas flow) to determine the total volume of Gas in MMBtu. In the event that the aggregate quantity of Gas tendered by Shipper and accepted by Houston under this Agreement during any Month at a given Receipt Point equals a quantity less than the product of (i) 300 MMBtu per Day times (ii) the number of Days in the Month during which Shipper tendered Gas to Houston in accordance with a confirmed nomination, then Houston may, at its election, charge Shipper a metering fee ("Metering Fee") of $350 for such Month with respect to each such Receipt Point.

Metering Facilities and Measurement. Except as otherwise agreed by HoustonShipper, the metering facilities to measure the volumes of Gas delivered at each Receipt Point and Delivery Point shall be maintained and operated or caused to be maintained and operated by HoustonShipper. The Btu content of the Gas shall be determined by the facilities at the Receipt Points and Delivery Points. Such facilities and measurement data with respect to the Gas covered hereby shall at all reasonable times be subject to joint inspection by the parties hereto. Gas volumes measured with the use of orifice meter(s) shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of the Gas Measurement Committee Report No. 3 of the American Gas Association, as revised in 1985 and as amended and/or supplemented from time to time, and Gas volumes measured with the use of positive meter(s) shall be determined on the basis of Gas Measurement Committee Report No. 7 of the American Gas Association, as revised in 1981 and as may be amended and/or supplemented thereafter from time to time. The unit of volume for measurement of Gas delivered hereunder shall be one (1) cubic foot of Gas at a base temperature of sixty degrees Fahrenheit (60F.) and at an absolute pressure of fourteen and sixty-five one hundredths (14.65) pounds per square inch absolute. Atmospheric pressure for each of the Receipt Points and Delivery Points shall be assumed to be the pressure value determined by Houston Gulf Coast for the county in which such point is located pursuant to generally accepted industry practices (but not less than 14.1 psia nor more than 14.7 psia) irrespective of the actual atmospheric pressure at such points from time to time. Temperature shall be determined by a recording thermometer of standard make. If recording charts are used, the arithmetical average of the temperature recorded during periods of flow for each chart, the factor for specific gravity according to the latest test therefor, and the correction for deviation from Ideal Gas Laws applicable during each chart period shall be used to make proper computations of volumes hereunder. If electronic flow measurement is used, continuous temperature, static pressure and differential pressure monitoring will be applicable. If electronic measurement is used in conjunction with on-site chromatograph, continuous monitoring of specific gravity will be applicable; otherwise the volumes computed using a fixed value specific gravity factor shall be corrected to reflect the actual specific gravity of the flowing Gas as determined by a chromatographic analysis of the sample accumulated during the same period of flow or, in the case of spot samples, the specific gravity factor determined by chromatographic analysis shall be applied to volumes delivered during the succeeding chart periods. The correction for deviation from the Ideal Gas Laws shall be computed and applied to volumes calculated by electronic measurement devices. Specific gravity and Btu shall be determined by such methods as may be developed by Houston Shipper through use of a continuous Gas sample accumulator, on premises analysis, or by spot samples taken at the Receipt Points and Delivery Points at intervals determined to be appropriate by HoustonShipper. Results from a continuous sampler shall be used to calculate volumes delivered during the same period in which the sample was accumulated; provided, however, that Houston Shipper reserves the right to adopt the practice of using the Btu content measured for a period prior to the Month of Gas flow in calculating the quantity of Gas transported during a given Month. Results from a spot sample shall be used to calculate volumes during the subsequent period until another sample is taken. The arithmetical average of the continuous temperature recorded during each chart period, the factor for specific gravity according to the latest test therefor, and the correction for deviation from Ideal Gas Laws applicable during each chart period shall be used to make proper computations of volumes hereunder. The gross heating value (Btu content) used shall be determined by adjusting the Btu content measured to reflect the actual water vapor content of the Gas delivered at a temperature of sixty degrees Fahrenheit (60F.) at an absolute pressure of fourteen and sixty-five one-hundredths (14.65) pounds per square inch absolute. If the water vapor content of the Gas delivered is equal to or less than seven (7) pounds per one million cubic feet (1,000 Mcf), the Gas shall be considered dry. The volume of Gas measured shall be multiplied by the applicable Btu content for such Gas (either that measured for the Month of Gas flow or for the designated period of Btu measurement that may occur prior to the actual Month of Gas flow) to determine the total volume of Gas in MMBtu. In the event that the aggregate quantity of Gas tendered by Shipper and accepted by Houston under this Agreement during any Month at a given Receipt Point equals a quantity less than the product of (i) 300 MMBtu per Day times (ii) the number of Days in the Month during which Shipper tendered Gas to Houston in accordance with a confirmed nomination, then Houston may, at its election, charge Shipper a metering fee ("Metering Fee") of $350 for such Month with respect to each such Receipt Point.

Metering Facilities and Measurement. Except as otherwise agreed by Houston, the metering facilities to measure the volumes of Gas delivered at each Receipt Point and Delivery Point shall be maintained and operated or caused to be maintained and operated by Houston. The Btu content of the Gas shall be determined by the facilities at the Receipt Points and Delivery Points. Such facilities and measurement data with respect to the Gas covered hereby shall at all reasonable times be subject to joint inspection by the parties hereto. Gas volumes measured with the use of orifice meter(s) shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of the Gas Measurement Committee Report No. 3 of the American Gas Association, as revised in 1985 and as amended and/or supplemented from time to time, and Gas volumes measured with the use of positive meter(s) shall be determined on the basis of Gas Measurement Committee Report No. 7 of the American Gas Association, as revised in 1981 and as may be amended and/or supplemented thereafter from time to time. The unit of volume for measurement of Gas delivered hereunder shall be one (1) cubic foot of Gas at a base temperature of sixty degrees Fahrenheit (60F.) and at an absolute pressure of fourteen and sixty-five one hundredths (14.65) pounds per square inch absolute. Atmospheric pressure for each of the Receipt Points and Delivery Points shall be assumed to be the pressure value determined by Houston for the county in which such point is located pursuant to generally accepted industry practices (but not less than 14.1 psia nor more than 14.7 psia) irrespective of the actual atmospheric pressure at such points from time to time. Temperature shall be determined by a recording thermometer of standard make. If recording charts are used, the arithmetical average of the temperature recorded during periods of flow for each chart, the factor for specific gravity according to the latest test therefor, and the correction for deviation from Ideal Gas Laws applicable during each chart period shall be used to make proper computations of volumes hereunder. If electronic flow measurement is used, continuous temperature, static pressure and differential pressure monitoring will be applicable. If electronic measurement is used in conjunction with on-site chromatograph, continuous monitoring of specific gravity will be applicable; otherwise the volumes computed using a fixed value specific gravity factor shall be corrected to reflect the actual specific gravity of the flowing Gas as determined by a chromatographic analysis of the sample accumulated during the same period of flow or, in the case of spot samples, the specific gravity factor determined by chromatographic analysis shall be applied to volumes delivered during the succeeding chart periods. The correction for deviation from the Ideal Gas Laws shall be computed and applied to volumes calculated by electronic measurement devices. Specific gravity and Btu shall be determined by such methods as may be developed by Houston through use of a continuous Gas sample accumulator, on premises analysis, or by spot samples taken at the Receipt Points and Delivery Points at intervals determined to be appropriate by Houston. Results from a continuous sampler shall be used to calculate volumes delivered during the same period in which the sample was accumulated; provided, however, that Houston reserves the right to adopt the practice of using the Btu content measured for a period prior to the Month of Gas flow in calculating the quantity of Gas transported gathered during a given Month. Results from a spot sample shall be used to calculate volumes during the subsequent period until another sample is taken. The arithmetical average of the continuous temperature recorded during each chart period, the factor for specific gravity according to the latest test therefor, and the correction for deviation from Ideal Gas Laws applicable during each chart period shall be used to make proper computations of volumes hereunder. The gross heating value (Btu content) used shall be determined by adjusting the Btu content measured to reflect the actual water vapor content of the Gas delivered at a temperature of sixty degrees Fahrenheit (60F.) at an absolute pressure of fourteen and sixty-five one-hundredths (14.65) pounds per square inch absolute. If the water vapor content of the Gas delivered is equal to or less than seven (7) pounds per one million cubic feet (1,000 Mcf), the Gas shall be considered dry. The volume of Gas measured shall be multiplied by the applicable Btu content for such Gas (either that measured for the Month of Gas flow or for the designated period of Btu measurement that may occur prior to the actual Month of Gas flow) to determine the total volume of Gas in MMBtu. In the event that the aggregate quantity of Gas tendered by Shipper and accepted by Houston under this Agreement during any Month at a given Receipt Point equals a quantity less than the product of (i) 300 MMBtu per Day times (ii) the number of Days in the Month during which Shipper tendered Gas to Houston in accordance with a confirmed nomination, then Houston may, at its election, charge Shipper a metering fee ("“Metering Fee"”) of $350 for such Month with respect to each such Receipt Point.