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Distribution


 ​​Utilities Distribution
​Utilities generated by the Central Utility Plant are distributed underground to NIH Bethesda Campus buildings.  The utility distribution system has over:
  • ​300 manholes located around the campus that allow inspections and maintenance of the underground utilities 
  • 2 miles of walkable tunnels and 2 miles of concrete trench
  • 3.6 miles of natural gas lines and 12 miles of domestic water lines
  • 7 miles of steam and chilled water pipelines























 
This page was last updated on Jun 27, 2025