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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549


FORM 8-K


CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 21, 2009


ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS L.P.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 
Delaware
1-14323
76-0568219
(State or Other Jurisdiction of
Incorporation)
(Commission
 File Number)
(IRS Employer
Identification No.)
 
1100 Louisiana, 10th Floor, Houston, Texas
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
77002
(Zip Code)
 
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 381-6500
 


Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2):

[X]  Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

[   ]  Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

[   ]  Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

[   ]  Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))


 
 

 

Item 8.01.  Other Events.

We are filing unaudited pro forma condensed consolidated financial statements, which give effect to the proposed merger between Enterprise Products Partners L.P. ("Enterprise") and TEPPCO Partners, L.P. ("TEPPCO").  Such pro forma financial statements are included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report.  

We are also filing the historical consolidated financial statements of TEPPCO included in TEPPCO’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three and six months ended June 30, 2009.  Such financial statements are included as Exhibits 99.2 and 99.3, respectively, to this Current Report.
 
Investor Notice
 
In connection with the proposed merger, Enterprise has filed a registration statement on Form S-4 (Registration No. 333-161185), which includes a prospectus of Enterprise and a proxy statement of TEPPCO and other materials, with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS ARE URGED TO CAREFULLY READ THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT FILED WITH THE SEC AND THE DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT/ PROSPECTUS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS FILED OR TO BE FILED WITH THE SEC REGARDING THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE, BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN, OR WILL CONTAIN, IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ENTERPRISE, TEPPCO AND THE PROPOSED MERGER. A definitive proxy statement/prospectus seeking approval of the proposed merger from TEPPCO security holders was sent to such security holders on or about September 15, 2009. Investors, security holders and the public may obtain a free copy of the proxy statement/prospectus and other documents containing information about Enterprise and TEPPCO, without charge, at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Copies of the registration statement and the definitive proxy statement/prospectus and the SEC filings that will be incorporated by reference in the proxy statement/prospectus may also be obtained for free by directing a request to: (i) Investor Relations: Enterprise Products Partners L.P., (866) 230-0745, or (ii) Investor Relations, TEPPCO Partners, L.P., (800) 659-0059.
 
TEPPCO, its general partner and the directors and management of such general partner may be deemed to be “participants” in the solicitation of proxies from TEPPCO’s security holders in respect of the proposed merger. INFORMATION ABOUT THESE PERSONS AND THE INTERESTS OF SUCH PERSONS IN THE SOLICITATION OF PROXIES IN RESPECT OF THE PROPOSED MERGER CAN BE FOUND IN THE PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS, TEPPCO’S 2008 ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K AND SUBSEQUENT STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP ON FILE WITH THE SEC.
 
Forward-Looking Statements
 
This report and the attached exhibits contain various forward-looking statements and information that are based on the beliefs of Enterprise and TEPPCO and those of their respective general partners, as well as assumptions made by Enterprise and TEPPCO and information currently available to them. When used in this report, words such as “anticipate,” “project,” “expect,” “plan,” “goal,” “forecast,” “intend,” “could,” “believe,” “may,” and similar expressions and statements regarding plans and objectives for future operations, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. They include statements regarding the timing and expected benefits of the business combination transaction involving Enterprise and TEPPCO, including:
 
·  
expected commercial and operational synergies over time;
·  
cash flow growth and accretion;
·  
future distribution increases and growth;
·  
internal growth projects;
·  
future issuances of debt and equity securities; and
·  
other objectives, expectations and intentions and other statements that are not historical facts.
 
 
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These statements are based on the current expectations and estimates of the management of Enterprise and TEPPCO and their respective general partners; actual results may differ materially due to certain risks and uncertainties. Although Enterprise, TEPPCO and their respective general partners believe that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, they cannot give assurances that such expectations will prove to be correct. For instance, although Enterprise and TEPPCO have signed a merger agreement, there is no assurance that they will complete the proposed merger. The merger agreement will terminate if TEPPCO does not receive the necessary approval of their unitholders, and also may be terminated if any conditions to closing are not satisfied. Other risks and uncertainties that may affect actual results include:
 
·  
Enterprise’s failure to successfully integrate the respective business operations of Enterprise and TEPPCO upon completion of the merger or its failure to successfully integrate any future acquisitions, maintain key personnel and customer relationships and obtain favorable contract renewals;
·  
the failure to realize the anticipated cost savings, synergies and other benefits of the proposed merger;
·  
the success of risk management activities;
·  
environmental liabilities or events that are not covered by an indemnity, insurance or existing reserves;
·  
maintenance of the combined company’s credit rating and ability to receive open credit from its suppliers and trade counterparties;
·  
declines in volumes transported on the combined company’s pipelines or barges;
·  
reduction in demand for natural gas, various grades of crude oil, refined products, NGLs and petrochemicals and resulting changes in pricing conditions or pipeline throughput requirements;
·  
fluctuations in refinery capacity;
·  
the availability of, and the combined company’s ability to consummate, acquisition or combination opportunities;
·  
Enterprise’s access to capital to fund additional acquisitions and Enterprise’s ability to obtain debt or equity financing on satisfactory terms;
·  
unanticipated changes in crude oil market structure and volatility (or lack thereof);
·  
the impact of current and future laws, rulings and governmental regulations;
·  
the effects of competition;
·  
continued creditworthiness of, and performance by, the combined company’s counterparties;
·  
interruptions in service and fluctuations in rates of third party pipelines that affect the combined company’s assets;
·  
increased costs or lack of availability of insurance;
·  
fluctuations in crude oil, natural gas, NGL and related hydrocarbon prices and production due to weather and other natural and economic forces;
·  
shortages or cost increases of power supplies, materials or labor;
·  
weather interference with business operations or project construction;
·  
terrorist attacks aimed at Enterprise’s or TEPPCO’s facilities;
·  
general economic, market or business conditions; and
·  
other factors and uncertainties discussed in this report and Enterprise’s and TEPPCO’s respective filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including their Annual Reports on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the quarters ended March 31, 2009 and June 30, 2009.
 
You should not put undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. When considering forward-looking statements, please review carefully the risk factors described under “Risk Factors” in the proxy statement/prospectus described above and incorporated by reference into such document.
 
Item 9.01  Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)           Exhibits.
 
Exhibit No. Description
   
23.1 Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP.
99.1
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
99.2
Historical Consolidated Financial Statements of TEPPCO Partners, L.P. as of December 31, 2008 and 2007 and for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2008.
99.3
Historical Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements of TEPPCO Partners, L.P. for the three and six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008.
 
 
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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
 
   
ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS L.P.
     
    By:   
Enterprise Products GP, LLC,
      its General Partner
     
     
     
Date: September 21, 2009
 
By:           /s/ Michael J. Knesek                                                      
   
Name:
Michael J. Knesek
   
Title:
Senior Vice President, Controller and Principal Accounting
Officer of Enterprise Products GP, LLC

 
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EXHIBIT INDEX
 
Exhibit No. Description
   
23.1 Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP.
99.1
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
99.2
Historical Consolidated Financial Statements of TEPPCO Partners, L.P. as of December 31, 2008 and 2007 and for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2008.
99.3
Historical Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements of TEPPCO Partners, L.P. for the three and six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008.
 
 
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exhibit23_1.htm
Exhibit 23.1

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
 
We consent to the incorporation by reference in (i) Registration Statement Nos. 333-36856, 333-82486, 333-115633, 333-115634, 333-150680 of Enterprise Products Partners L.P. on Form S-8; (ii) Registration Statement No. 333-145709 of Enterprise Products Partners L.P. and Enterprise Products Operating LLC on Form S-3; and (iii) Registration Statement No. 333-142106 of Enterprise Products Partners L.P. on Form S-3 of our report dated March 2, 2009 relating to the consolidated financial statements of TEPPCO Partners, L.P. and subsidiaries as of December 31, 2008 and 2007 and for the three years ended December 31, 2008, appearing in this Current Report on Form 8-K of Enterprise Products Partners L.P.
 
/s/ DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP
 
Houston, Texas
September 18, 2009

 

 
 

 

exhibit99_1.htm
Exhibit 99.1


INDEX TO UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed
 
Consolidated Financial Statements:
 
Introduction
2
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet at June 30, 2009
3
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Statement of Consolidated Operations for the six months ended June 30, 2009
5
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Statement of Consolidated Operations for the year ended December 31, 2008
6
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Statement of Consolidated Operations for the year ended December 31, 2007
7
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Statement of Consolidated Operations for the year ended December 31, 2006
8
Notes to Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
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ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS L.P.
UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Introduction

The following unaudited pro forma condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared to assist in the analysis of financial effects of the proposed merger between Enterprise Products Partners L.P. and TEPPCO Partners, L.P. The unaudited pro forma condensed statements of consolidated operations for the six months ended June 30, 2009 and the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006 assume the merger-related transactions (as described beginning on page 9) all occurred on January 1 of each period presented. The unaudited pro forma condensed consolidated balance sheet shows the financial effects of the merger-related transactions as if they had occurred on June 30, 2009.

Unless the context requires otherwise, references to “Enterprise” are intended to mean the consolidated business and operations of Enterprise Products Partners L.P., which include Enterprise Products Operating LLC (“EPO”). References to “TEPPCO” are intended to mean the consolidated business and operations of TEPPCO Partners, L.P. References to “TEPPCO GP” are intended to mean Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC, which is the general partner of TEPPCO. References to “Enterprise GP Holdings” are intended to mean Enterprise GP Holdings L.P., which owns TEPPCO GP and Enterprise GP. References to “EPCO” mean EPCO, Inc. and its privately held subsidiaries, which are related party affiliates to all of the foregoing named entities. References to “DFI” are intended to mean Duncan Family Interests, Inc., which is a privately held subsidiary of EPCO. Dan L. Duncan is the Group Co-Chairman and controlling shareholder of EPCO.

The unaudited pro forma condensed consolidated financial statements of Enterprise should be read in conjunction with and are qualified in their entirety by reference to the notes accompanying such unaudited pro forma condensed consolidated financial statements and with the historical consolidated financial statements and related notes of Enterprise included in its Form 8-K dated July 8, 2009 for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006 and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2009. The condensed consolidated financial statements of TEPPCO included herein are qualified in their entirety by reference to the historical consolidated financial statements and related notes of TEPPCO included in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2009.

The proposed merger transactions will be accounted for as a reorganization of entities under common control in a manner similar to a pooling of interests. The financial and operating policies of Enterprise, TEPPCO, Enterprise GP Holdings and their respective general partners, and EPCO and its privately held subsidiaries, are under common control of Mr. Duncan.

The unaudited pro forma condensed consolidated financial statements do not give effect to any divestiture of assets that may be required for governmental approval of the proposed merger. They also do not give effect to any anticipated commercial synergies or cost savings that management believes may result from the proposed merger. The unaudited pro forma condensed consolidated financial statements also do not reflect any potential payments by TEPPCO related to its settlement of the Brinckerhoff litigation in excess of any expected insurance proceeds.

TEPPCO GP has no assets or liabilities or earnings apart from its investment in TEPPCO. Since these amounts would be eliminated in consolidation, we have not included a separate column for TEPPCO GP in the accompanying unaudited pro forma condensed consolidated financial statements.

The unaudited pro forma condensed consolidated financial statements are based on assumptions that Enterprise believes are reasonable under the circumstances and are intended for informational purposes only. They are not necessarily indicative of the financial results that would have occurred if the transactions described herein had taken place on the dates indicated, nor are they indicative of the future consolidated results of the combined company.
 
 
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ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS L.P.
UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET — PART I
June 30, 2009
(Amounts in millions)

 
 
 
Enterprise
Historical
   
TEPPCO
Historical
   
Pro Forma
Adjustments
   
Enterprise
Pro Forma
 
ASSETS
                       
Current assets:
                       
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 65.0     $     $ 3.7 (b)   $ 42.6  
                      (26.1 )(d)        
Accounts and notes receivable, net
    1,279.6       995.5       40.3 (b)     2,265.9  
                      (49.5 )(c)        
Inventories
    965.8       95.6       (13.1 )(a)     1,050.8  
                      2.5 (b)        
Prepaid and other current assets
    558.5       38.7       13.1 (a)     614.0  
                      3.7 (b)        
Total current assets
    2,868.9       1,129.8       (25.4 )     3,973.3  
Property, plant and equipment, net
    13,582.0       2,591.6       1,042.7 (b)     17,230.1  
                      13.8 (e)        
Investments in and advances to unconsolidated affiliates, net
    901.4       1,198.9       (1,199.6 )(b)     900.7  
                      2,755.2 (g)        
                      (2,755.2 )(l)        
Intangible assets, net
    813.5       195.1       129.9 (b)     1,139.6  
                      1.1 (e)        
Goodwill
    706.9       106.6       2.8 (b)     2,019.7  
                      1,203.4 (e)        
Other assets
    149.8       132.9       2.0 (b)     283.0  
                      (1.7 )(h)        
Total assets
  $ 19,022.5     $ 5,354.9     $ 1,169.0     $ 25,546.4  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited pro forma
condensed consolidated financial statements.

 
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ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS L.P.
UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET — PART II
June 30, 2009
(Amounts in millions)

 
 
 
Enterprise
Historical
   
TEPPCO
Historical
   
Pro Forma
Adjustments
   
Enterprise
Pro Forma
 
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
                       
Current liabilities:
                       
Current maturities of debt
  $ 181.4     $           $ 181.4  
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
    2,102.1       1,065.8     $ 23.0 (b)     3,141.4  
                      (49.5 )(c)        
Other current liabilities
    528.1       21.1       4.6 (b)     553.8  
Total current liabilities
    2,811.6       1,086.9       (21.9 )     3,876.6  
Long-term debt:
                               
Senior debt obligations — principal
    7,950.1       2,423.3       (723.3 )(h)     10,373.4  
                      723.3 (h)        
Junior subordinated notes — principal
    1,232.7       300.0               1,532.7  
Other
    41.5       10.5               52.0  
Total long-term debt
    9,224.3       2,733.8               11,958.1  
Other long-term liabilities
    167.7       27.8       0.4 (b)     195.9  
Commitments and contingencies
                               
Equity:
                               
Partners’ equity:
                               
Limited partners
    6,310.8       1,675.7       (25.6 )(d)     8,995.9  
                      1,193.9 (e)        
                      2,700.1 (g)        
                      (1.7 )(h)        
                      (2,857.3 )(l)        
General partner
    128.6       (126.3 )     (0.5 )(d)     183.4  
                      24.4 (e)        
                      55.1 (g)        
                      102.1 (l)        
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
    (130.9 )     (43.0 )             (173.9 )
Total partners’ equity
    6,308.5       1,506.4       1,190.5       9,005.4  
Noncontrolling interest
    510.4                     510.4  
Total equity
    6,818.9       1,506.4       1,190.5       9,515.8  
Total liabilities and equity
  $ 19,022.5     $ 5,354.9     $ 1,169.0     $ 25,546.4  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited pro forma
condensed consolidated financial statements.

 
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ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS L.P.
UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED STATEMENT OF CONSOLIDATED OPERATIONS
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2009
(Amounts in millions, except per unit amounts)

 
 
 
Enterprise
Historical
   
TEPPCO
Historical
   
Pro Forma
Adjustments
   
Enterprise
Pro Forma
 
Revenues
  $ 6,931.0     $ 3,370.8     $ 120.7 (b)   $ 10,321.2  
                      (101.3 )(c)        
Costs and expenses
    6,226.3       3,229.2       60.7 (b)     9,415.2  
                      (101.3 )(c)        
                      0.3 (f)        
Equity earnings
    (4.2 )           12.9 (a)     (51.4 )
                      (60.1 )(b)        
Operating income
    700.5       141.6       12.5       854.6  
Other income (expense):
                               
Interest expense
    (246.6 )     (64.4 )     (i)     (311.0 )
Equity earnings
          12.9       (12.9 )(a)      
Other, net
    0.9       1.0       0.1 (b)     2.0  
Total other income (expense)
    (245.7 )     (50.5 )     (12.8 )     (309.0 )
Income before provision for income taxes
    454.8       91.1       (0.3 )     545.6  
Provision for income taxes
    (17.4 )     (1.7 )           (19.1 )
Income from continuing operations
  $ 437.4     $ 89.4     $ (0.3 )   $ 526.5  
Income allocation:
                               
Enterprise Products Partners L.P.:
                               
Limited partners
  $ 333.3             $ 66.9 (m)   $ 400.2  
General partner
  $ 78.6             $ 22.2 (m)   $ 100.8  
Noncontrolling interests
  $ 25.5                     $ 25.5  
Basic earnings per unit:
                               
Number of units used in denominator
    455.5               1.3 (g)     582.4  
                      125.6 (j)        
Income per unit from continuing operations
  $ 0.73             $ (0.05 )(n)   $ 0.68  
Diluted earnings per unit:
                               
Number of units used in denominator
    455.6               1.3 (g)     587.0  
                      125.6 (j)        
                      4.5 (k)        
Income per unit from continuing operations
  $ 0.73             $ (0.05 )(n)   $ 0.68  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited pro forma
condensed consolidated financial statements.

 
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ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS L.P.
UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED STATEMENT OF CONSOLIDATED OPERATIONS
For the Year Ended December 31, 2008
(Amounts in millions, except per unit amounts)

 
 
 
Enterprise
Historical
   
TEPPCO
Historical
   
Pro Forma
Adjustments
   
Enterprise
Pro Forma
 
Revenues
  $ 21,905.7     $ 13,532.9     $ 233.0 (b)   $ 35,469.6  
                      (202.0 )(c)        
Costs and expenses
    20,551.6       13,279.5       126.8 (b)     33,756.1  
                      (202.0 )(c)        
                      0.2 (f)        
Equity earnings
    59.1             82.7 (a)     34.8  
                      (107.0 )(b)        
Operating income
    1,413.2       253.4       81.7       1,748.3  
Other income (expense):
                               
Interest expense
    (400.7 )     (140.0 )     (1.7 )(i)     (542.4 )
Equity earnings
          82.7       (82.7 )(a)      
Other, net
    9.3       2.1       0.8 (b)     12.2  
Total other income (expense)
    (391.4 )     (55.2 )     (83.6 )     (530.2 )
Income before provision for income taxes
    1,021.8       198.2       (1.9 )     1,218.1  
Provision for income taxes
    (26.4 )     (4.6 )           (31.0 )
Income from continuing operations
  $ 995.4     $ 193.6     $ (1.9 )   $ 1,187.1  
Income allocation:
                               
Enterprise Products Partners L.P.:
                               
Limited partners
  $ 811.5             $ 150.7 (m)   $ 962.2  
General partner
  $ 142.5             $ 41.0 (m)   $ 183.5  
Noncontrolling interests
  $ 41.4                     $ 41.4  
Basic earnings per unit:
                               
Number of units used in denominator
    437.4               1.3 (g)     564.3  
                      125.6 (j)        
Income per unit from continuing operations
  $ 1.84             $ (0.15 )(n)   $ 1.69  
Diluted earnings per unit:
                               
Number of units used in denominator
    437.6               1.3 (g)     569.0  
                      125.6 (j)        
                      4.5 (k)        
Income per unit from continuing operations
  $ 1.84             $ (0.16 )(n)   $ 1.68  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited pro forma
condensed consolidated financial statements.

 
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ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS L.P.
UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED STATEMENT OF CONSOLIDATED OPERATIONS
For the Year Ended December 31, 2007
(Amounts in millions, except per unit amounts)

 
 
 
Enterprise
Historical
   
TEPPCO
Historical
   
Pro Forma
Adjustments
   
Enterprise
Pro Forma
 
Revenues
  $ 16,950.1     $ 9,658.1     $ 204.1 (b)   $ 26,713.3  
                      (99.0 )(c)        
Costs and expenses
    16,096.7       9,408.5       117.0 (b)     25,523.4  
                      (99.0 )(c)        
                      0.2 (f)        
Equity earnings
    29.6             68.8 (a)     10.4  
                      (88.0 )(b)        
Operating income
    883.0       249.6       67.7       1,200.3  
Other income (expense):
                               
Interest expense
    (311.8 )     (101.2 )     0.4 (i)     (412.6 )
Equity earnings
          68.8       (68.8 )(a)      
Gain on sale of equity interest
          59.6             59.6  
Other, net
    8.3       3.0       0.9 (b)     12.2  
Total other income (expense)
    (303.5 )     30.2       (67.5 )     (340.8 )
Income before provision for income taxes
    579.5       279.8       0.2       859.5  
Provision for income taxes
    (15.2 )     (0.6 )           (15.8 )
Income from continuing operations
  $ 564.3     $ 279.2     $ 0.2     $ 843.7  
Income allocation:
                               
Enterprise Products Partners L.P.:
                               
Limited partners
  $ 417.8             $ 241.8 (m)   $ 659.6  
General partner
  $ 115.9             $ 37.6 (m)   $ 153.5  
Noncontrolling interests
  $ 30.6                     $ 30.6  
Basic earnings per unit:
                               
Number of units used in denominator
    434.0               1.3 (g)     560.9  
                      125.6 (j)        
Income per unit from continuing operations
  $ 0.95             $ 0.22 (n)   $ 1.17  
Diluted earnings per unit:
                               
Number of units used in denominator
    434.4               1.3 (g)     565.8  
                      125.6 (j)        
                      4.5 (k)        
Income per unit from continuing operations
  $ 0.95             $ 0.21 (n)   $ 1.16  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited pro forma
condensed consolidated financial statements.

 
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ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS L.P.
UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED STATEMENT OF CONSOLIDATED OPERATIONS
For the Year Ended December 31, 2006
(Amounts in millions, except per unit amounts)

 
 
 
Enterprise
Historical
   
TEPPCO
Historical
   
Pro Forma
Adjustments
   
Enterprise
Pro Forma
 
Revenues
  $ 13,991.0     $ 9,607.5     $ 82.2 (b)   $ 23,610.5  
                      (70.2 )(c)        
Costs and expenses
    13,152.5       9,377.7       49.3 (b)     22,509.5  
                      (70.2 )(c)        
                      0.2 (f)        
Equity earnings
    21.6             36.8 (a)     25.3  
                      (33.1 )(b)        
Operating income
    860.1       229.8       36.4       1,126.3  
Other income (expense):
                               
Interest expense
    (238.0 )     (86.2 )     0.4 (i)     (323.8 )
Equity earnings
          36.8       (36.8 )(a)      
Other, net
    8.0       3.0       0.2 (b)     11.2  
Total other income (expense)
    (230.0 )     (46.4 )     (36.2 )     (312.6 )
Income before provision for income taxes
    630.1       183.4       0.2       813.7  
Provision for income taxes
    (21.3 )     (0.7 )           (22.0 )
Income from continuing operations
  $ 608.8     $ 182.7     $ 0.2     $ 791.7  
Income allocation:
                               
Enterprise Products Partners L.P.:
                               
Limited partners
  $ 504.2             $ 152.2 (m)   $ 656.4  
General partner
  $ 97.0             $ 30.7 (m)   $ 127.7  
Noncontrolling interests
  $ 7.6                     $ 7.6  
Basic earnings per unit:
                               
Number of units used in denominator
    414.4               1.3 (g)     541.3  
                      125.6 (j)        
Income per unit from continuing operations
  $ 1.20             $ (n)   $ 1.20  
Diluted earnings per unit:
                               
Number of units used in denominator
    414.8               1.3 (g)     546.2  
                      125.6 (j)        
                      4.5 (k)        
Income per unit from continuing operations
  $ 1.20             $ (0.01 )(n)   $ 1.19  

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited pro forma
condensed consolidated financial statements.

 
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ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS L.P.

NOTES TO UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

These unaudited pro forma condensed consolidated financial statements and underlying pro forma adjustments are based upon currently available information and certain estimates and assumptions made by the management of Enterprise; therefore, actual results could materially differ from the pro forma information. However, Enterprise believes that the assumptions provide a reasonable basis for presenting the significant effects of the transactions noted herein. Enterprise believes that the pro forma adjustments give appropriate effect to those assumptions and are properly applied in the pro forma information.

The proposed merger between Enterprise and TEPPCO involves the following two steps:

 
Step One.  A newly formed and wholly-owned subsidiary of Enterprise merges with and into TEPPCO GP, with TEPPCO GP surviving (the “GP merger”). Enterprise GP Holdings is TEPPCO GP’s current sole member. The GP merger agreement provides for the following:

 
The general partner of Enterprise (on behalf of Enterprise GP Holdings as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Enterprise GP Holdings) will be credited in its Enterprise capital account an amount to maintain its 2% general partner interest in Enterprise as partial consideration in exchange for the TEPPCO GP member interests owned by Enterprise.

 
1,331,681 Enterprise common units will be issued to Enterprise GP Holdings as the remaining consideration in exchange for the TEPPCO GP membership interests.

As a result of Step One of the merger, Enterprise will own 100% of the TEPPCO GP member interests and TEPPCO GP will be a direct wholly-owned subsidiary of Enterprise. After the merger, Enterprise expects that it will amend the TEPPCO partnership agreement to eliminate the TEPPCO incentive distribution rights and TEPPCO GP will own a fixed 2% general partner interest in TEPPCO.

 
Step Two.  A newly formed and wholly-owned subsidiary of Enterprise merges with and into TEPPCO, with TEPPCO surviving the merger (the “merger”). The merger agreement provides for the following:

 
each TEPPCO unit will be converted into Enterprise common units based on an exchange ratio of 1.24 Enterprise common units for each TEPPCO unit. Based on the 104,943,004 TEPPCO units outstanding on June 30, 2009, after excluding 3,645,509 TEPPCO units owned by DFI, there would be approximately 126,940,575 Enterprise common units issued in exchange for the TEPPCO units in the merger.

 
3,645,509 TEPPCO units owned by DFI (the “designated TEPPCO units”) will be exchanged for 4,520,431 Enterprise Class B units based on an exchange ratio of 1.24 Enterprise Class B units for each designated TEPPCO unit. The Class B units will not be entitled to regular quarterly cash distributions by Enterprise until the date immediately following the payment date of the 16th quarterly distribution following the closing of the proposed merger (i.e., after four years of distributions). The Class B units will automatically convert into Enterprise common units on a one-for-one basis on the date they become eligible for regular cash distributions. The Class B units will be entitled to vote to the same extent as Enterprise common units on partnership matters.

As a result of Step Two of the merger, Enterprise will own 100% of the limited partner interests of TEPPCO and TEPPCO will be an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Enterprise.

Pro Forma Adjustments

The pro forma adjustments made to the historical financial statements of Enterprise and TEPPCO are described as follows:

(a) Reflects reclassifications to conform the presentation of TEPPCO’s consolidated financial statements to Enterprise’s historical practice. The conforming adjustments are as follows:

 
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Enterprise’s equity investments with industry partners are a vital component of its business strategy. These equity investments are a means by which Enterprise conducts its operations to align its interests with those of its customers and suppliers. This method of operation enables Enterprise to achieve favorable economies of scale relative to the level of investment and business risk assumed versus what it could accomplish on a stand-alone basis. Many of these equity investments perform supporting or complementary roles to Enterprise’s other business operations. TEPPCO’s relationship with its equity investees is similar in nature. The pro forma adjustments reclassify the equity earnings recorded by TEPPCO from other income to a separate component of operating income to conform to Enterprise’s historical presentation of its consolidated statements of operations.

 
Enterprise classifies spare parts inventory as a component of other current assets on its consolidated balance sheet whereas TEPPCO records spare parts as part of the inventory line item on its consolidated balance sheet. This pro forma adjustment reclassifies TEPPCO’s spare parts inventory (valued at $13.1 million at June 30, 2009) to other current assets to conform to the Enterprise presentation.

(b) Reflects consolidation of Jonah Gas Gathering Company (“Jonah”), which is a joint venture between Enterprise and TEPPCO that is accounted for using the equity method by both owners. The pro forma adjustments add the accounts of Jonah and eliminate the related investment, equity income and other amounts recorded by Enterprise and TEPPCO.

(c) Reflects the pro forma elimination of revenues and expenses and receivables and payables between Enterprise, TEPPCO and Jonah as appropriate in consolidation.

(d) Reflects the payment of an aggregate $26.1 million of estimated transaction fees by Enterprise and TEPPCO. Enterprise is expected to incur $13.6 million of such fees with TEPPCO incurring the balance of $12.5 million. For purposes of pro forma presentation, this material non-recurring charge has been reflected in the pro forma balance sheet only, with 98%, or $25.6 million, of the charge allocated to limited partners and the balance of $0.5 million to the general partners.

(e) Reflects pro forma application of the push down basis of accounting in connection with Enterprise’s acquisition of 100% of the limited and general partner interests of TEPPCO as a result of the proposed merger. The basis differential of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets and related goodwill recorded by privately held affiliates of EPCO in connection with their acquisition of TEPPCO GP and certain TEPPCO units from a third party in February 2005 will be recorded by TEPPCO using the push down basis of accounting. The basis differential and related amounts include those allocated (at carryover basis) to Enterprise GP Holdings when it acquired TEPPCO GP and certain TEPPCO units from these affiliates in May 2007. Immediately following completion of the proposed merger, we expect to cancel the TEPPCO GP incentive distribution rights; therefore, the value assigned to these rights by Enterprise GP Holdings will be classified as goodwill. The following table presents the carryover basis values and goodwill to be recorded by TEPPCO at the time of the merger (dollars in millions):

Property, plant and equipment
  $ 13.8  
Intangible assets — customer relationships
    1.1  
Goodwill
    1,203.4  
Total
  $ 1,218.3  

The $1.2 billion in push down carryover basis, which is primarily goodwill related to TEPPCO’s assets and underlying future cash flows, is allocated 98% to TEPPCO’s limited partners’ and 2% to its general partner. The goodwill amount represents the excess of the purchase price paid by EPCO affiliates to acquire ownership interests in TEPPCO in February 2005 over the respective fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed in the February 2005 transaction. Management attributes the $1.2 billion of goodwill to the future benefits we may realize from Enterprise’s ownership of TEPPCO, including anticipated commercial synergies and cost savings. We do not amortize goodwill; however, we test goodwill for impairment annually, or more frequently if circumstances indicate that it is more likely than not that the fair value of goodwill is less than its carrying value.

(f) Reflects an increase in depreciation and amortization expense associated with the step-up in basis of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets presented in Note (e). On a pro forma basis, costs and expenses increased by $0.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2009 and $0.2 million for each of the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, respectively.

 
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(g) Reflects a pro forma $55.1 million increase in the capital account of Enterprise’s general partner (on behalf of Enterprise GP Holdings) and the issuance of 1,331,681 Enterprise common units to Enterprise GP Holdings in connection with Enterprise’s acquisition of TEPPCO GP under Step One of the proposed merger. The proposed merger transactions will be accounted for as a reorganization of entities under common control in a manner similar to a pooling of interests. As a pooling transaction, the carrying value assigned to the equity issued by Enterprise in the unit exchange will be the same as the historical carrying value of the TEPPCO equity given up.

The purpose of the $55.1 million adjustment to the capital account of Enterprise’s general partner is to maintain its 2% general partner interest in Enterprise. As presented in the following table, the pro forma adjustment is determined by reference to the aggregate $2.8 billion increase in the consolidated net assets of Enterprise as a result of the merger (dollars in millions):

Historical carrying value of TEPPCO limited and general partner capital accounts at June 30, 2009
  $ 1,549.4  
Merger transaction fees (see Note (d))
    (12.5 )
Push down of TEPPCO-related basis differentials and goodwill amounts from Enterprise GP Holdings and privately held affiliates of EPCO (see Note (f))
    1,218.3  
Total TEPPCO carryover basis
  $ 2,755.2  
Amount credited to Enterprise general partner equal to 2% of total carryover basis
  $ 55.1  
Amount credited to Enterprise limited partners equal to 98% of total carryover basis
  $ 2,700.1  

On a standalone basis, the offset to the amounts credited to Enterprise equity is a $2.8 billion investment in TEPPCO, which is subsequently eliminated in consolidation (see Note (l)).

(h) Reflects the repayment of $723.3 million of principal outstanding under TEPPCO’s revolving credit facility at June 30, 2009 using borrowings under EPO’s multi-year revolving credit facility. There is no overall impact on total long-term debt as a result of this assumed repayment and borrowing of equal amounts; however, $1.7 million of unamortized debt issuance costs related to the TEPPCO revolver would be written off at June 30, 2009.

(i) Reflects pro forma adjustments to interest expense for replacement borrowings under EPO’s multi-year revolving credit facility assuming that the TEPPCO revolving credit facility had been repaid at January 1, 2006. The pro forma adjustment to interest expense is no change for the six months ended June 30, 2009, an increase of $1.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2008, a decrease of $0.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2007, and a decrease of $0.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2006. The pro forma adjustments remove the interest expense (including any amortization of related debt issuance costs) recognized by TEPPCO in connection with its revolving credit facility and add interest expense under EPO’s revolver based on the weighted-average of principal amounts borrowed under the TEPPCO revolver during each period and the weighted-average interest rate actually paid by EPO under its revolver during each period. The weighted-average interest rate paid by EPO during each period was 1.03% for the six months ended June 30, 2009 and 3.54%, 5.78% and 5.66% for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, respectively. The following table presents a sensitivity analysis of the pro forma interest rate adjustments to a 1/8% increase in the underlying variable interest rates used in each calculation (dollars in millions):

   
Six Months
       
   
Ended
       
   
June 30,
   
For the Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
                                 
Pro forma interest expense increase (decrease) using historical variable interest rates paid by EPO
  $     $ 1.7     $ (0.4 )   $ (0.4 )
Pro forma interest expense increase (decrease) assuming that historical variable interest rate paid by EPO was 1/8% higher
  $ 0.4     $ 2.3     $ 0.1     $ 0.1  

(j) Reflects the issuance of 125,608,894 Enterprise common units (excluding the 1,331,681 common units reflected in Note (h)) in connection with Step Two of the proposed merger. These units are included in Enterprise’s pro forma basic and diluted earnings per unit calculations. This amount does not include any common units that may be issued in the future in connection with the future exercise of 574,500 TEPPCO unit options, which will be converted to Enterprise unit options when the proposed merger is completed based on the 1.24 to 1 exchange ratio.

(k) Reflects the issuance of 4,520,431 Enterprise Class B units to a privately held affiliate of EPCO in connection with Step Two of the proposed merger. Although the Class B units are non-distribution bearing for the first sixteen quarters following the closing of the proposed merger, they are entitled to vote on partnership matters and will automatically convert to Enterprise common units once they are eligible to receive regular quarterly cash distributions. As a result, the Class B units are included in Enterprise’s diluted earnings per unit calculations.
 
 
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(l) Reflects elimination of the Enterprise investment in TEPPCO against its underlying limited partners and general partner capital accounts at TEPPCO as appropriate in consolidation.

(m) Reflects pro forma adjustments to the allocation of Enterprise’s earnings to its limited and general partners as a result of the proposed merger. The pro forma adjustments to the earnings allocated to Enterprise’s general partner include an increase in incentive earnings allocations to the general partner of Enterprise due to the issuance of 126,940,575 distribution-bearing Enterprise common units in connection with the proposed merger. The percentage interest of Enterprise’s general partner in Enterprise’s quarterly cash distributions is increased after certain specified target levels of quarterly distributions are met. For the periods presented in these pro forma condensed consolidated financial statements, Enterprise was at the highest tier of such incentive targets. The incentive distribution rights of Enterprise’s general partner are as follows:

 
2.0% of quarterly cash distributions up to $0.253 per unit;

 
15.0% of quarterly cash distributions from $0.253 per unit up to $0.3085 per unit; and

 
25.0% of quarterly cash distributions that exceed $0.3085 per unit.

The following table summarizes the calculation of the pro forma earnings allocation, including pro forma incentive earnings allocations, for each period presented (dollars in millions):

   
Six Months
       
   
Ended
       
   
June 30,
   
For the Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
Pro forma amounts:
                       
Income from continuing operations
  $ 526.5     $ 1,187.1     $ 843.7     $ 791.7  
Less: Noncontrolling interests
    (25.5 )     (41.4 )     (30.6 )     (7.6 )
Income attributable to Enterprise
    501.0       1,145.7       813.1       784.1  
Less: Incentive earnings allocation to Enterprise general partner
    (92.6 )     (163.8 )     (140.0 )     (114.3 )
Subtotal income available to partners
    408.4       981.9       673.1       669.8  
Multiplied by 2% Enterprise general partner interest
    2.0 %     2.0 %     2.0 %     2.0 %
Standard earnings allocation to Enterprise general partner
  $ 8.2     $ 19.7     $ 13.5     $ 13.4  
Income attributable to Enterprise
  $ 501.0     $ 1,145.7     $ 813.1     $ 784.1  
Less earnings allocation to Enterprise general partner:
                               
Incentive earnings
    92.6       163.8       140.0       114.3  
Standard earnings allocation
    8.2       19.7       13.5       13.4  
Total earnings allocation to Enterprise general partner
    100.8       183.5       153.5       127.7  
Income allocated to Enterprise limited partners
  $ 400.2     $ 962.2     $ 659.6     $ 656.4  
Pro forma adjustments:
                               
Income allocated to Enterprise limited partners:
                               
Pro forma total (see above)
  $ 400.2     $ 962.2     $ 659.6     $ 656.4  
Less historical allocation
    333.3       811.5       417.8       504.2  
Pro forma adjustment
  $ 66.9     $ 150.7     $ 241.8     $ 152.2  
Income allocated to Enterprise general partner:
                               
Pro forma total (see above)
  $ 100.8     $ 183.5     $ 153.5     $ 127.7  
Less historical allocation
    78.6       142.5       115.9       97.0  
Pro forma adjustment
  $ 22.2     $ 41.0     $ 37.6     $ 30.7  

(n) Reflects pro forma adjustments to Enterprise’s basic and diluted earnings per unit calculations as presented in the following table (amounts in millions, except per unit amounts). For purpose of computing basic and diluted earnings per unit, we apply the provisions of Emerging Issues Task Force (“EITF”) 07-4, Application of the Two-Class Method under FASB Statement No. 128 to Master Limited Partnerships.
 
 
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Six Months
       
   
Ended
       
   
June 30,
   
For the Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
Pro forma amounts:
                       
Income allocated to Enterprise general partner (Note (m))
  $ 100.8     $ 183.5     $ 153.5     $ 127.7  
Adjustment for EITF 07-4
    3.4       6.6       5.9       7.4  
Income allocated to Enterprise general partner for earnings per unit (“EPU”) purposes
  $ 104.2     $ 190.1     $ 159.3     $ 135.1  
Income attributable to Enterprise (Note (m))
  $ 501.0     $ 1,145.7     $ 813.1     $ 784.1  
Less: Income allocated to Enterprise general partner for EPU purposes
    (104.2 )     (190.1 )     (159.4 )     (135.1 )
Income allocated to Enterprise limited partners for EPU purposes
  $ 396.8     $ 955.7     $ 653.7     $ 649.0  
Basic earnings per unit:
                               
Pro forma:
                               
Income allocated to Enterprise limited partners for EPU purposes (numerator)
  $ 396.8     $ 955.7     $ 653.7     $ 649.0  
Number of units outstanding for basic earnings per unit (denominator)
    582.4       564.3       560.9       541.3  
Pro forma basic earnings per unit
  $ 0.68     $ 1.69     $ 1.17     $ 1.20  
Historical basic earnings per unit
  $ 0.73     $ 1.84     $ 0.95     $ 1.20  
Pro forma adjustment to basic earnings per unit
  $ (0.05 )   $ (0.15 )   $ 0.22     $  
Diluted earnings per unit:
                               
Pro forma:
                               
Income allocated to Enterprise limited partners for EPU purposes (numerator)
  $ 396.8     $ 955.7     $ 653.7     $ 649.0  
Number of units outstanding for earnings per unit (denominator)
    587.0       569.0       565.8       546.2  
Pro forma diluted earnings per unit
  $ 0.68     $ 1.68     $ 1.16     $ 1.19  
Historical diluted earnings per unit
  $ 0.73     $ 1.84     $ 0.95     $ 1.20  
Pro forma adjustment to diluted earnings per unit
  $ (0.05 )   $ (0.16 )   $ 0.21     $ (0.01 )

* * *

 
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exhibit99_2.htm
Exhibit 99.2
TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.

INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS


 
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM


To the Board of Directors of Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC and
Unitholders of TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
Houston, Texas

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of TEPPCO Partners, L.P. and subsidiaries (the “Partnership”) as of December 31, 2008 and 2007, and the related statements of consolidated income, comprehensive income, cash flows and partners’ capital for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2008.  These financial statements are the responsibility of the Partnership’s management.  Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial statements based on our audits.
 
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States).  Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement.  An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements.  An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation.  We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
 
In our opinion, such consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of TEPPCO Partners, L.P. and subsidiaries as of December 31, 2008 and 2007, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2008, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
 
We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), the Partnership’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2008, based on the criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission and our report dated March 2, 2009 expressed an unqualified opinion on the Partnership's internal control over financial reporting and did not include the internal control over financial reporting related to the acquired operations of Cenac Towing Co., Inc., Cenac Offshore, L.L.C. and Mr. Arlen B. Cenac, Jr. and Horizon Maritime, L.L.C.
 
/s/  Deloitte & Touche LLP

Houston, Texas
March 2, 2009

 
 
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TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.
 
(Dollars in thousands)
 
   
December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
 
ASSETS
 
Current assets:
           
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 28     $ 23  
Accounts receivable, trade (net of allowance for doubtful accounts of
  $2,559 and $125)
    790,374       1,381,871  
Accounts receivable, related parties
    15,758       6,525  
Inventories
    52,906       80,299  
Other
    48,496       47,271  
Total current assets
    907,562       1,515,989  
Property, plant and equipment, at cost (net of accumulated depreciation of
$678,784 and $582,225)
    2,439,910       1,793,634  
Equity investments
    1,255,923       1,146,995  
Intangible assets (net of accumulated amortization of $158,391 and $130,094)
    207,653       164,681  
Goodwill
    106,611       15,506  
Other assets
    132,161       113,252  
Total assets
  $ 5,049,820     $ 4,750,057  
 
LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ CAPITAL
 
             
Current liabilities:
           
Senior notes
  $ --     $ 353,976  
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
    792,469       1,413,447  
Accounts payable, related parties
    17,219       38,980  
Accrued interest
    36,401       35,491  
Other accrued taxes
    23,038       20,483  
Other
    30,869       84,848  
Total current liabilities
    899,996       1,947,225  
Long-term debt:
               
    Senior notes
    1,713,291       721,545  
    Junior subordinated notes
    299,574       299,538  
    Other long-term debt
    516,654       490,000  
           Total long-term debt
    2,529,519       1,511,083  
Other liabilities and deferred credits
    28,826       27,122  
Commitments and contingencies
               
Partners’ capital:
               
Limited partners’ interests:
               
Limited partner units (104,547,561 and 89,849,132 units outstanding)
    1,746,210       1,394,812  
Restricted limited partner units (157,300 and 62,400 units outstanding)
    1,373       338  
General partner’s interest
    (110,309 )     (87,966 )
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
    (45,795 )     (42,557 )
Total partners’ capital
    1,591,479       1,264,627  
Total liabilities and partners’ capital
  $ 5,049,820     $ 4,750,057  

See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

 
 
F-3

 

TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.

STATEMENTS OF CONSOLIDATED INCOME
(Dollars in thousands)

   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
                   
Operating revenues:
                 
Sales of petroleum products                                                                                 
  $ 12,840,649     $ 9,147,104     $ 9,080,516  
Transportation – Refined products                                                                                 
    164,120       170,231       152,552  
Transportation – LPGs                                                                                 
    105,419       101,076       89,315  
Transportation – Crude oil
    57,305       45,952       38,822  
Transportation – NGLs
    52,192       46,542       43,838  
Transportation – Marine
    164,265       --       --  
Gathering – Natural gas                                                                                 
    57,097       61,634       123,933  
Other                                                                                 
    91,842       85,521       78,509  
  Total operating revenues                                                                                 
    13,532,889       9,658,060       9,607,485  
Costs and expenses:
                       
Purchases of petroleum products                                                                                 
    12,703,534       9,017,109       8,967,062  
Operating expense                                                                                 
    285,760       191,697       203,015  
Operating fuel and power                                                                                 
    99,079       61,458       57,450  
General and administrative                                                                                 
    41,364       33,657       31,348  
Depreciation and amortization                                                                                 
    126,329       105,225       108,252  
Taxes – other than income taxes                                                                                 
    23,401       18,012       17,983  
(Gains) losses on sales of assets                                                                                 
    2       (18,653 )     (7,404 )
  Total costs and expenses                                                                                 
    13,279,469       9,408,505       9,377,706  
  Operating income                                                                                 
    253,420       249,555       229,779  
Other income (expense):
                       
  Interest expense – net                                                                                    
    (139,988 )     (101,223 )     (86,171 )
  Gain on sale of ownership interest in Mont Belvieu Storage
                       
  Partners, L.P.                                                                                 
    --       59,628       --  
  Equity earnings                                                                                    
    82,693       68,755       36,761  
  Interest income                                                                                    
    1,091       1,676       2,077  
  Other income                                                                                    
    953       1,346       888  
     Income before provision for income taxes                                                                                 
    198,169       279,737       183,334  
Provision for income taxes
    4,617       557       652  
     Income from continuing operations                                                                                 
    193,552       279,180       182,682  
Income from discontinued operations                                                                                    
    --       --       1,497  
Gain on sale of discontinued operations                                                                                    
    --       --       17,872  
Discontinued operations                                                                               
    --       --       19,369  
Net income                                                                               
  $ 193,552     $ 279,180     $ 202,051  

 
 
F-4

 

TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.

STATEMENTS OF CONSOLIDATED INCOME – (Continued)
(Dollars in thousands, except per Unit amounts)

   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
                   
Net Income Allocation:
                 
Limited Partners:
                 
   Income from continuing operations                                                                                    
  $ 160,969     $ 233,193     $ 130,483  
   Income from discontinued operations                                                                                    
    --       --       13,835  
  Total Limited Partner’s interest in net income                                                                                 
    160,969       233,193       144,318  
General Partner:
                       
   Income from continuing operations                                                                                    
    32,583       45,987       52,199  
   Income from discontinued operations                                                                                    
    --       --       5,534  
  Total General Partner’s interest in net income                                                                                 
    32,583       45,987       57,733  
  Total net income allocated                                                                                 
  $ 193,552     $ 279,180     $ 202,051  
Basic and diluted net income per Limited Partner Unit:
                       
Continuing operations                                                                                 
  $ 1.65     $ 2.60     $ 1.77  
Discontinued operations                                                                                 
    --       --       0.19  
  Basic and diluted net income per Limited Partner Unit
  $ 1.65     $ 2.60     $ 1.96  
                         
Weighted average Limited Partner Units outstanding
    97,530       89,850       73,657  

See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

 
 
F-5

 

TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.

STATEMENTS OF CONSOLIDATED COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(Dollars in thousands)

   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
                   
Net income                                                                                    
  $ 193,552     $ 279,180     $ 202,051  
Other comprehensive income (loss):
                       
   Cash flow hedges:
                       
   Change in fair values of interest rate and treasury lock
                       
      financial instruments                                                                                 
    (26,802 )     (23,604 )     (248 )
   Reclassification adjustment for (gain) loss included in net income
                       
      related to interest rate and treasury lock financial instruments
    4,923       (64 )     --  
   Changes in fair values of crude oil financial instruments
    (19,257 )     (21,036 )     991  
   Reclassification adjustment for (gain) loss included in net income
                       
      related to crude oil financial instruments                                                                                 
    37,898       1,654       (261 )
      Changes in plan assets and projected benefit obligation
    --       (67 )     --  
       Total cash flow hedges                                                                                 
    (3,238 )     (43,117 )     482  
     Total other comprehensive income (loss)                                                                                 
    (3,238 )     (43,117 )     482  
Comprehensive income                                                                                    
  $ 190,314     $ 236,063     $ 202,533  

See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

 
 
F-6

 

TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.

STATEMENTS OF CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOWS
(Dollars in thousands)
   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
Operating activities:
                 
Net income
  $ 193,552     $ 279,180     $ 202,051  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash provided by continuing operating activities:
                       
Income from discontinued operations                                                                              
    --       --       (19,369 )
Deferred income tax provision                                                                              
    36       (679 )     652  
Depreciation and amortization                                                                              
    126,329       105,225       108,252  
Amortization of deferred compensation                                                                              
    993       830       --  
Amortization in interest expense                                                                              
    2,224       (2,762 )     (2,798 )
Changes in fair market value of financial instruments
    (258 )     198       143  
Earnings in equity investments                                                                               
    (82,693 )     (68,755 )     (36,761 )
Distributions from equity investments                                                                               
    146,095       122,900       63,483  
(Gains) losses on sales of assets                                                                              
    2       (18,653 )     (7,404 )
Gain on sale of ownership interest in Mont Belvieu Storage
                       
    Partners, L.P.                                                                              
    --       (59,628 )     --  
Loss on early extinguishment of debt                                                                              
    8,689       1,356       --  
Net effect of changes in operating accounts                                                                              
    (48,108 )     (8,640 )     (36,697 )
    Net cash provided by continuing operating activities
    346,861       350,572       271,552  
Net cash provided by discontinued operations
    --       --       1,521  
    Net cash provided by operating activities
    346,861       350,572       273,073  
Investing activities:
                       
Proceeds from sales of assets
    --       27,784       51,558  
Proceeds from sale of ownership interest
    --       137,326       --  
Purchase of assets
    --       (12,909 )     (4,771 )
Cash used for business combinations
    (351,327 )     --       (15,702 )
Investment in Mont Belvieu Storage Partners, L.P.
    --       --       (4,767 )
Investment in Centennial Pipeline LLC
    --       (11,081 )     (2,500 )
Investment in Jonah Gas Gathering Company
    (129,759 )     (187,547 )     (121,035 )
Investment in Texas Offshore Port System
    (35,953 )     --       --  
Acquisition of intangible assets
    (694 )     (3,283 )     --  
Cash paid for linefill on assets owned
    (12,784 )     (39,418 )     (6,453 )
Capital expenditures                                                                                 
    (300,503 )     (228,272 )     (170,046 )
  Net cash used in investing activities
    (831,020 )     (317,400 )     (273,716 )
Financing activities:
                       
Proceeds from term credit facility                                                                                 
    1,000,000       --       --  
Repayments on term credit facility                                                                                 
    (1,000,000 )     --       --  
Proceeds from revolving credit facility                                                                                 
    2,508,089       1,305,750       924,125  
Repayments on revolving credit facility                                                                                 
    (2,481,436 )     (1,305,750 )     (840,025 )
Repayment of debt assumed in Cenac acquisition                                                                                 
    (63,157 )     --       --  
Redemption of 7.51% TE Products Senior Notes                                                                                 
    (181,571 )     (36,138 )     --  
Repayment of 6.45% TE Products Senior Notes                                                                                 
    (180,000 )     --       --  
Issuance of Limited Partner Units, net                                                                                 
    275,856       1,696       195,060  
Issuance of senior notes                                                                                 
    996,349       --       --  
Issuance of junior subordinated notes                                                                                 
    --       299,517       --  
Debt issuance costs
    (9,862 )     (4,052 )     --  
Settlement of treasury lock agreements
    (52,098 )     1,443       --  
Payment for termination of interest rate swap
    --       (1,235 )     --  
Acquisition of treasury units
    (9 )     --       --  
Distributions paid
    (327,997 )     (294,450 )     (278,566 )
  Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
    484,164       (33,219 )     594  
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
    5       (47 )     (49 )
Cash and cash equivalents, January 1
    23       70       119  
Cash and cash equivalents, December 31
  $ 28     $ 23     $ 70  

See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
 
 
F-7

 
 
TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.

STATEMENTS OF CONSOLIDATED PARTNERS’ CAPITAL
(Dollars in thousands)


               
Accumulated
       
   
General
   
Limited
   
Other
       
   
Partner’s
   
Partners’
   
Comprehensive
       
   
Interest
   
Interests
   
(Loss) Income
   
Total
 
Balance, December 31, 2005
  $ (61,487 )   $ 1,262,846     $ 11     $ 1,201,370  
Net proceeds from issuance of Limited Partner Units
    --       195,060       --       195,060  
Net income allocation    
    57,733       144,318       --       202,051  
Cash distributions   
    (81,901 )     (196,665 )     --       (278,566 )
Changes in fair values of crude oil financial instruments
    --       --       991       991  
Reclassification adjustment for gain included in net income
                               
   related to crude oil financial instruments 
    --       --       (261 )     (261 )
Changes in fair values of interest rate and treasury lock financial instruments 
    --       --       (248 )     (248 )
Adjustment to initially apply SFAS 158 
    --       --       (67 )     (67 )
Balance, December 31, 2006 
    (85,655 )     1,405,559       426       1,320,330  
Net proceeds from issuance of Limited Partner Units
   in connection with Employee Unit Purchase Plan
    --       180       --       180  
Net proceeds from issuance of Limited Partner Units
   in connection with Distribution Reinvestment Plan
    --       1,516       --       1,516  
Net income allocation  
    45,987       233,193       --       279,180  
Cash distributions
    (48,298 )     (246,152 )     --       (294,450 )
Non-cash contribution  
    --       426       --       426  
Amortization of equity awards 
    --       428       --       428  
Changes in fair values of crude oil financial instruments
    --       --       (21,036 )     (21,036 )
Reclassification adjustment for loss included in net income
                               
   related to crude oil financial instruments 
    --       --       1,654       1,654  
Changes in fair values of interest rate and treasury lock financial instruments 
    --       --       (23,604 )     (23,604 )
Reclassification adjustment for gain included in net income
                               
   related to interest rate and treasury lock financial instruments
    --       --       (64 )     (64 )
SFAS 158 pension benefit adjustment 
    --       --       67       67  
Balance, December 31, 2007 
    (87,966 )     1,395,150       (42,557 )     1,264,627  
Issuance of units in connection with Cenac acquisition on
    February 1, 2008     
    --       186,558       --       186,558  
Net proceeds from issuance of Limited Partner Units
    in connection with Distribution Reinvestment Plan
    --       11,455       --       11,455  
Net proceeds from issuance of Limited Partner Units
    in connection with Employee Unit Purchase Plan
    --       758       --       758  
Net proceeds from issuance of Limited Partner Units
    --       263,643       --       263,643  
Acquisition of treasury units 
    --       (9 )     --       (9 )
Net income allocation 
    32,583       160,969       --       193,552  
Cash distributions 
    (54,926 )     (273,071 )     --       (327,997 )
Non-cash contribution 
    --       797       --       797  
Amortization of equity awards 
    --       1,333       --       1,333  
Changes in fair values of crude oil financial instruments
    --       --       (19,257 )     (19,257 )
Reclassification adjustment for loss included in net income
                               
   related to crude oil financial instruments 
    --       --       37,898       37,898  
Changes in fair values of treasury lock financial instruments
    --       --       (26,802 )     (26,802 )
Reclassification adjustment for loss included in net income
                               
   related to treasury lock financial instruments
    --       --       4,923       4,923  
Balance, December 31, 2008               
  $ (110,309 )   $ 1,747,583     $ (45,795 )   $ 1,591,479  
 
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

 
 
F-8


Except per unit amounts, or as noted within the context of each footnote disclosure, the dollar amounts presented in the tabular data within these footnote disclosures are stated in thousands.
 
 
NOTE 1.   PARTNERSHIP ORGANIZATION
 
Partnership Organization

TEPPCO Partners, L.P. (the “Partnership”) is a publicly traded, diversified energy logistics company with operations that span much of the continental United States.  Our limited partner units (“Units”) are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) under the ticker symbol “TPP”.  We were formed in March 1990 as a Delaware limited partnership.  As used in this Report, “we,” “us,” “our,” the “Partnership” and “TEPPCO” mean TEPPCO Partners, L.P. and, where the context requires, include our subsidiaries.
 
We operate through TE Products Pipeline Company, LLC (“TE Products”), TCTM, L.P. (“TCTM”) TEPPCO Midstream Companies, LLC (“TEPPCO Midstream”), and beginning February 1, 2008, through TEPPCO Marine Services, LLC (“TEPPCO Marine Services”).  Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC (the “General Partner”), a Delaware limited liability company, serves as our general partner and owns a 2% general partner interest in us.  We hold a 99.999% limited partner interest in TCTM, 99.999% membership interests in each of TE Products and TEPPCO Midstream and a 100% membership interest in TEPPCO Marine Services.  TEPPCO GP, Inc. (“TEPPCO GP”), our subsidiary, holds a 0.001% general partner interest in TCTM and a 0.001% managing member interest in each of TE Products and TEPPCO Midstream.
 
Dan L. Duncan and certain of his affiliates, including Enterprise GP Holdings L.P. (“Enterprise GP Holdings”) and Dan Duncan LLC, a privately held company controlled by him, control us, our General Partner and Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (“Enterprise Products Partners”) and its affiliates, including Duncan Energy Partners L.P. (“Duncan Energy Partners”).  Enterprise GP Holdings owns and controls the 2% general partner interest in us and has the right (through its 100% ownership of our General Partner) to receive the incentive distribution rights associated with the general partner interest.  Enterprise GP Holdings, DFI GP Holdings L.P. (“DFIGP”) and other entities controlled by Mr. Duncan own 17,073,315 of our Units, which include 2,500,000 of our Units owned by DFIGP.  Under an amended and restated administrative services agreement (“ASA”), EPCO, Inc. (“EPCO”), a privately held company also controlled by Mr. Duncan, performs management, administrative and operating functions required for us, and we reimburse EPCO for all direct and indirect expenses that have been incurred in managing us.
 
Partnership Agreement

On December 8, 2006, at a special meeting of our unitholders, the Fourth Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership (the “New Partnership Agreement”), which amended and restated the Third Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership in effect prior to the special meeting (the “Previous Partnership Agreement”) was approved and became effective.  The New Partnership Agreement contained the following amendments to the Previous Partnership Agreement, among others:

§  
changes to certain provisions that relate to distributions and capital contributions, including the reduction in the General Partner’s incentive distribution rights from 50% to 25% (“IDR Reduction Amendment”), elimination of the General Partner’s requirement to make capital contributions to us to maintain a 2% capital account, and adjustment of our minimum quarterly distribution and target distribution levels for entity-level taxes;
§  
changes to various voting percentage requirements, in most cases from 66 2/3% of outstanding Units to a majority of outstanding Units;
§  
the percentage of holders of outstanding Units necessary to constitute a quorum was reduced from 66 2/3% to a majority of the outstanding Units;

 
 
F-9

 
TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)

§  
removal of provisions requiring unitholder approval for specified actions with respect to our operating companies, TCTM, TE Products and TEPPCO Midstream;
§  
changes to supplement and revise certain provisions that relate to conflicts of interest and fiduciary duties; and
§  
changes to provide for certain registration rights of the General Partner and its affiliates (including with respect to the Units issued in respect of the IDR Reduction Amendment, as described below), for the maintenance of the separateness of us from any other person or entity and other miscellaneous matters.

References in this Report to our “Partnership Agreement” are to our partnership agreement (including, as applicable, the Previous Partnership Agreement or the New Partnership Agreement), as in effect from time to time.  By approval of the various proposals at the special meeting, and upon effectiveness of the New Partnership Agreement, an agreement was effectuated whereby we issued 14,091,275 Units on December 8, 2006 to our General Partner as consideration for the IDR Reduction Amendment.  The number of Units issued to our General Partner was based upon a predetermined formula that, based on the distribution rate and the number of Units outstanding at the time of the issuance, resulted in our General Partner receiving cash distributions from the newly-issued Units and from its reduced maximum percentage interest in our quarterly distributions approximately equal to the cash distributions our General Partner would have received from its maximum percentage interest in our quarterly distributions without the IDR Reduction Amendment.  Effective as of December 8, 2006, the General Partner distributed the newly issued Units to its member, which in turn caused them to be distributed to other affiliates of EPCO.

On December 27, 2007, our Partnership Agreement was amended in order to comply with the NYSE’s eligibility rules regarding the Depository Trust Company’s Direct Registration System.  On November 6, 2008, our Partnership Agreement was amended to clarify that amendments of certain provisions thereof would not impair indemnitees’ rights to receive expense advancements (in addition to indemnification) under the Partnership Agreement.

At December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, we had outstanding 104,704,861, 89,911,532 and 89,804,829 Units, respectively.
 

NOTE 2.   SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
 

We adhere to the following significant accounting policies in the preparation of our consolidated financial statements.
 
Business Segments
 
We operate and report in four business segments:
 
§  
pipeline transportation, marketing and storage of refined products, liquefied petroleum gases (“LPGs”) and petrochemicals (“Downstream Segment”);
§  
gathering, pipeline transportation, marketing and storage of crude oil, distribution of lubrication oils and specialty chemicals and fuel transportation services (“Upstream Segment”);
§  
gathering of natural gas, fractionation of natural gas liquids (“NGLs”) and pipeline transportation of NGLs (“Midstream Segment”); and
§  
marine transportation of refined products, crude oil, condensate, asphalt, heavy fuel oil and other heated oil products via tow boats and tank barges (“Marine Services Segment”).
 
 
 
F-10

 
TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)
 
Our reportable segments offer different products and services and are managed separately because each requires different business strategies (see Note 14).
 
         Our interstate transportation operations, including rates charged to customers, are subject to regulations prescribed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (“FERC”).  We refer to refined products, LPGs, petrochemicals, crude oil, lubrication oils and specialty chemicals, NGLs, natural gas, asphalt, heavy fuel oil and other heated oil products in this Report, collectively, as “petroleum products” or “products.”
 
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
 
Our allowance for doubtful accounts balance is generally determined based on specific identification and estimates of future uncollectible accounts, as appropriate.  Our procedure for recording an allowance for doubtful accounts is based on (i) our historical experience, (ii) the financial stability of our customers and (iii) the levels of credit granted to customers.  In addition, we may also increase the allowance account in response to specific identification of customers involved in bankruptcy proceedings and those experiencing other financial difficulties.  We routinely review estimates associated with the allowance for doubtful accounts to assess the sufficiency of the reserves to cover potential losses.  The following table presents the activity of our allowance for doubtful accounts for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006:
 
   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
Balance at January 1
  $ 125     $ 100     $ 250  
Charges to expense (1)
    2,434       25       64  
Deductions and other
    --       --       (214 )
    Balance at December 31
  $ 2,559     $ 125     $ 100  
 _________________
 
(1)  
Charges to expense for the year ended December 31, 2008 include the write-off of receivables primarily attributable to two customer bankruptcies.

Asset Retirement Obligations
 
Asset retirement obligations (“AROs”) are legal obligations associated with the retirement of tangible long-lived assets that result from their acquisition, construction, development and/or normal operation.  We record a liability for AROs when incurred and capitalize an increase in the carrying value of the related long-lived asset.  Over time, the liability is accreted to its present value each period, and the capitalized cost is depreciated over its useful life.  We will either settle our ARO obligations at the recorded amount or incur a gain or loss upon settlement.  See Note 8 for further information regarding our AROs.

The Downstream Segment assets consist primarily of an interstate trunk pipeline system and a series of storage facilities that originate along the upper Texas Gulf Coast and extend through the Midwest and northeastern United States.  We transport refined products, LPGs and petrochemicals through the pipeline system.  These products are primarily received in the south end of the system and stored and/or transported to various points along the system per customer nominations.  The Upstream Segment’s operations include purchasing crude oil from producers at the wellhead and providing delivery, storage and other services to its customers.  The principal properties in the Upstream Segment consist of interstate trunk pipelines, pump stations, trucking facilities, storage tanks and various gathering systems primarily in Texas and Oklahoma.  The Midstream Segment gathers natural gas from wells owned by producers and delivers natural gas and NGLs on its pipeline systems, primarily in Texas, Wyoming, New Mexico and Colorado.  The Midstream Segment also owns and operates two NGL fractionation facilities in Colorado. The Marine Services Segment’s principal assets consist of tow boats and tank barges used in the marine transportation of refined products, crude oil, condensate, asphalt, heavy fuel oil and other heated oil products.

 
 
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We have determined that we are obligated by contractual or regulatory requirements to remove certain facilities or perform other remediation upon retirement of our assets.  However, we are not able to reasonably determine the fair value of the AROs for our trunk, interstate and gathering pipelines and our surface facilities, since future dismantlement and removal dates are indeterminate.  During 2006, we recorded conditional AROs related to the retirement of the Val Verde Gas Gathering Company, L.P. (“Val Verde”) natural gas gathering system and to structural restoration work to be completed on leased office space that is required upon our anticipated office lease termination.

In order to determine a removal date for our crude oil gathering lines and related surface assets, reserve information regarding the production life of the specific field is required.  As a transporter and gatherer of crude oil, we are not a producer of the field reserves, and we therefore do not have access to adequate forecasts that predict the timing of expected production for existing reserves on those fields in which we gather crude oil.  In the absence of such information, we are not able to make a reasonable estimate of when future dismantlement and removal dates of our crude oil gathering assets will occur.  With regard to our trunk and interstate pipelines and their related surface assets, it is impossible to predict when demand for transportation of the related products will cease.  Our right-of-way agreements allow us to maintain the right-of-way rather than remove the pipe.  In addition, we can evaluate our trunk pipelines for alternative uses, which can be and have been found.  We will record AROs in the period in which sufficient information becomes available for us to reasonably estimate the settlement dates of the retirement obligations.

Basis of Presentation and Principles of Consolidation

The financial statements include our accounts on a consolidated basis.  We have eliminated all significant intercompany items in consolidation.  Our results for the year ended December 31, 2006 reflects the operations and activities of Jonah Gas Gathering Company’s (“Jonah”) Pioneer plant as discontinued operations.
 
Cash and Cash Equivalents
 
Cash and cash equivalents represent unrestricted cash on hand and liquid investments with maturities of three months or less when purchased.  The carrying value of cash equivalents approximate fair value because of the short term nature of these investments.
 
Our Statements of Consolidated Cash Flows are prepared using the indirect method.  The indirect method derives net cash flows from operating activities by adjusting net income to remove (i) the effects of all deferrals of past operating cash receipts and payments, such as changes during the period in inventory, deferred income and similar transactions, (ii) the effects of all accruals of expected future operating cash receipts and cash payments, such as changes during the period in receivables and payables, (iii) the effects of all items classified as investing or financing cash flows, such as gains or losses on sale of property, plant and equipment or extinguishment of debt, and (iv) other non-cash amounts such as depreciation, amortization and changes in the fair market value of financial instruments.

Capitalization of Interest
 
We capitalize interest on borrowed funds related to capital projects only for periods that activities are in progress to bring these projects to their intended use. The weighted average rates used to capitalize interest on borrowed funds were 6.43%, 6.45% and 6.27% for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, respectively.
 
 
 
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Consolidation Policy

Our consolidated financial statements include our accounts and those of our majority-owned subsidiaries in which we have a controlling financial or equity interest, after the elimination of all significant intercompany accounts and transactions. We evaluate our financial interests in companies to determine if they represent variable interest entities where we are the primary beneficiary. If such criteria are met, we consolidate the financial statements of such businesses with those of our own.
 
If an investee is organized as a limited partnership or limited liability company and maintains separate ownership accounts, we account for our investment using the equity method if our ownership interest is between 3% and 50% and we exercise significant influence over the entity’s operating and financial policies. For all other types of investments, we apply the equity method of accounting if our ownership interest is between 20% and 50% and we exercise significant influence over the entity’s operating and financial policies. In consolidation, we eliminate our proportionate share of profits and losses from transactions with equity method unconsolidated affiliates to the extent such amounts are material and remain on our balance sheet (or those of our equity method investments) in inventory or similar accounts.
 
Our investments in Seaway Crude Pipeline Company (“Seaway”) and Centennial Pipeline LLC (“Centennial”) are accounted for under the equity method of accounting, as we own 50% ownership interests in these entities and have 50% equal management with the other joint venture participants. Our investment in Texas Offshore Port System (a development stage enterprise) is accounted for under the equity method of accounting, as we own a 33% ownership interest in this entity and have equal voting rights with the other joint venture participants. Our investment in Jonah is accounted for under the equity method of accounting, as we have 50% equal management with the other participant, even though we own an approximate 80% economic interest in the partnership.
 
If our ownership interest in an entity does not provide us with either control or significant influence over the investee, we account for the investment using the cost method.
 
Contingencies

Certain conditions may exist as of the date our financial statements are issued, which may result in a loss to us but which will only be resolved when one or more future events occur or fail to occur.  Our management with input from legal counsel assesses such contingent liabilities, and such assessment inherently involves an exercise in judgment.  In assessing loss contingencies related to legal proceedings that are pending against us or unasserted claims that may result in proceedings, our management with input from legal counsel evaluates the perceived merits of any legal proceedings or unasserted claims as well as the perceived merits of the amount of relief sought or expected to be sought therein.
 
If the assessment of a contingency indicates that it is probable that a material loss has been incurred and the amount of liability can be estimated, then the estimated liability would be accrued in our financial statements.  If the assessment indicates that a potentially material loss contingency is not probable but is reasonably possible, or is probable but cannot be estimated, then the nature of the contingent liability, together with an estimate of the range of possible loss if determinable and material, is disclosed.
 
Loss contingencies considered remote are generally not disclosed unless they involve guarantees, in which case the guarantees would be disclosed.
 
 
 
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Current Assets and Current Liabilities

We present, as individual captions in our consolidated balance sheets, all components of current assets and current liabilities that exceed five percent of total current assets and liabilities, respectively.

Environmental Expenditures

We accrue for environmental costs that relate to existing conditions caused by past operations, including conditions with assets we have acquired. Environmental costs include initial site surveys and environmental studies of potentially contaminated sites, costs for remediation and restoration of sites determined to be contaminated and ongoing monitoring costs, as well as damages and other costs, when estimable. We monitor the balance of accrued undiscounted environmental liabilities on a regular basis. We record liabilities for environmental costs at a specific site when our liability for such costs is probable and a reasonable estimate of the associated costs can be made. Adjustments to initial estimates are recorded, from time to time, to reflect changing circumstances and estimates based upon additional information developed in subsequent periods. Estimates of our ultimate liabilities associated with environmental costs are particularly difficult to make with certainty due to the number of variables involved, including the early stage of investigation at certain sites, the lengthy time frames required to complete remediation alternatives available and the evolving nature of environmental laws and regulations. None of our estimated environmental remediation liabilities are discounted to present value since the ultimate amount and timing of cash payments for such liabilities are not readily determinable. Expenditures to mitigate or prevent future environmental contamination are capitalized.
 
At December 31, 2008 and 2007, our accrued liabilities for environmental remediation projects totaled $6.9 million and $4.0 million, respectively. These amounts were derived from a range of reasonable estimates based upon studies and site surveys. Unanticipated changes in circumstances and/or legal requirements could result in expenses being incurred in future periods in addition to an increase in actual cash required to remediate contamination for which we are responsible.
 
The following table presents the activity of our environmental reserve for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006:
 
   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
                   
Balance at January 1
  $ 4,002     $ 1,802     $ 2,447  
Charges to expense
    4,981       3,402       1,887  
Deductions and other
    (2,047 )     (1,202 )     (2,532 )
    Balance at December 31
  $ 6,936     $ 4,002     $ 1,802  

Estimates
 
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) requires our management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. Although we believe these estimates are reasonable, actual results could differ from those estimates.

Fair Value of Current Assets and Current Liabilities

The carrying amount of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, inventories, other current assets, accounts payable and accrued liabilities, other current liabilities and financial instruments approximates their fair

 
 
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value due to their short-term nature.  The fair values of these financial instruments are represented in our consolidated balance sheets.

Financial Instruments

We account for financial instruments in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (“SFAS”) No. 133, Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, and SFAS No. 138, Accounting for Certain Derivative Instruments and Certain Hedging Activities, an amendment of FASB Statement No. 133.  These statements establish accounting and reporting standards requiring that financial instruments (including certain financial instruments embedded in other contracts) be recorded on the balance sheet at fair value as either assets or liabilities.  The accounting for changes in the fair value of a financial instrument depends on the intended use of the financial instrument and the resulting designation, which is established at the inception of a financial instrument.

Our financial instruments consist primarily of contracts for the purchase and sale of petroleum products in connection with our crude oil marketing activities.  Substantially all financial instruments related to our crude oil marketing activities meet the normal purchases and sales criteria of SFAS 133, as amended, and as such, changes in the fair value of petroleum product purchase and sales agreements are reported on the accrual basis of accounting.  SFAS 133 describes normal purchases and sales as contracts that provide for the purchase or sale of something other than a financial instrument that will be delivered in quantities expected to be used or sold by the reporting entity over a reasonable period in the normal course of business.
 
For all hedging relationships, we formally document at inception the hedging relationship and its risk-management objective and strategy for undertaking the hedge, the hedging instrument, the item, the nature of the risk being hedged, how the hedging instrument’s effectiveness in offsetting the hedged risk will be assessed and a description of the method of measuring ineffectiveness.  This process includes linking all financial instruments that are designated as fair value or cash flow to specific assets and liabilities on the balance sheet or to specific firm commitments or forecasted transactions.  We also formally assess, both at the hedge’s inception and on an ongoing basis, whether the financial instruments that are used in hedging transactions are highly effective in offsetting changes in fair values or cash flows of hedged items.  If it is determined that a financial instrument is not highly effective as a hedge or that it has ceased to be a highly effective hedge, we discontinue hedge accounting prospectively.
 
For financial instruments designated as fair value hedges, changes in the fair value of a financial instrument that is highly effective and that is designated and qualifies as a fair value hedge, along with the loss or gain on the hedged asset or liability or unrecognized firm commitment of the hedged item that is attributable to the hedged risk, are recorded in earnings with the change in fair value of the financial instrument and hedged asset or liability reflected on the balance sheet.  Changes in the fair value of a financial instrument that is highly effective and that is designated and qualifies as a cash flow hedge are recorded in other comprehensive income to the extent that the financial instrument is effective as a hedge, until earnings are affected by the variability in cash flows of the designated hedged item. Hedge effectiveness is measured at least quarterly based on the relative cumulative changes in fair value between the financial instrument contract and the hedged item over time.  The ineffective portion of the change in fair value of a financial instrument that qualifies as either a fair value hedge or a cash flow hedge is reported immediately in earnings.
 
According to SFAS 133, as amended, we are required to discontinue hedge accounting prospectively when it is determined that the financial instrument is no longer effective in offsetting changes in the fair value or cash flows of the hedged item, or the financial instrument expires or is sold, terminated, or exercised, or the financial instrument is de-designated as a hedging instrument, because it is unlikely that a forecasted transaction will occur, a hedged firm commitment no longer meets the definition of a firm commitment, or management determines that designation of the financial instrument as a hedging instrument is no longer appropriate.

 
 
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When hedge accounting is discontinued because it is determined that the financial instrument no longer qualifies as an effective fair value hedge, we continue to carry the financial instrument on the balance sheet at its fair value and no longer adjust the hedged asset or liability for changes in fair value.  The adjustment of the carrying amount of the hedged asset or liability is accounted for in the same manner as other components of the carrying amount of that asset or liability.  When hedge accounting is discontinued because the hedged item no longer meets the definition of a firm commitment, we continue to carry the financial instrument on the balance sheet at its fair value, remove any asset or liability that was recorded pursuant to recognition of the firm commitment from the balance sheet, and recognize any gain or loss in earnings.  When hedge accounting is discontinued because it is probable that a forecasted transaction will not occur, we continue to carry the financial instrument on the balance sheet at its fair value with subsequent changes in fair value included in earnings, and gains and losses that were accumulated in other comprehensive income are recognized immediately in earnings.  In all other situations in which hedge accounting is discontinued, we continue to carry the financial instrument at its fair value on the balance sheet and recognize any subsequent changes in its fair value in earnings.

Goodwill
 
Goodwill represents the excess of purchase price over fair value of net assets acquired. Our goodwill amounts are assessed for impairment (i) on an annual basis during the fourth quarter of each year or (ii) on an interim basis when impairment indicators are present.  If such indicators are present (e.g., loss of a significant customer, economic obsolescence of plant assets, etc.), the fair value of the reporting unit to which the goodwill is assigned will be calculated and compared to its book value.
 
If the fair value of the reporting unit exceeds its book value, the goodwill amount is not considered to be impaired and no impairment charge is required.  If the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its book value, a charge to earnings is recorded to adjust the carrying value of the goodwill to its implied fair value.  We have not recognized any impairment losses related to our goodwill for any of the periods presented (see Note 11 for a further discussion of our goodwill).
 
Income Taxes

We are a limited partnership, organized as a pass-through entity for federal income tax purposes.  As a result, our partners are responsible for federal income taxes on their share of our taxable income.  Except as noted below, we are not a taxable entity for federal and state income tax purposes and do not directly pay federal and state income tax.  Our taxable income or loss, which may vary substantially from the net income or net loss we report in our statements of consolidated income, is includable in the federal and state income tax returns of each unitholder.  Accordingly, except as noted below, no recognition has been given to federal and state income taxes for our operations.

Revised Texas Franchise Tax

In general, legal entities that conduct business in Texas are subject to the Revised Texas Franchise Tax.  In May 2006, the State of Texas expanded its pre-existing franchise tax to include limited partnerships, limited liability companies, corporations and limited liability partnerships.  As a result of the change in tax law, our tax status in the State of Texas has changed from non-taxable to taxable.  TE Products (formerly TE Products Pipeline Company, Limited Partnership) and TEPPCO Midstream (formerly TEPPCO Midstream Companies, L.P.) each converted into a Texas limited partnership and immediately thereafter each merged into a separate newly-formed Texas limited liability company on June 30, 2007.  The pre-June 30, 2007 revenue of each of these former partnerships was not subject to the Revised Texas Franchise Tax because the former partnerships did not conduct business in Texas after June 30, 2007.

 
 
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        For the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, our provision for income taxes is applicable to our state tax obligations under the Revised Texas Franchise Tax.  At December 31, 2008 and 2007, we had current tax liabilities of $3.9 million and $1.2 million, respectively.  At December 31, 2008, we had a deferred tax liability of less than $0.1 million, while at December 31, 2007, we had a deferred tax asset of less than $0.1 million.  During the years ended December 31, 2008 and 2007, we recorded increases in current income tax liabilities of $4.5 million and $1.2 million, respectively.  During the years ended December 31, 2008 and 2007, we recorded a less than $0.1 million increase to deferred tax liability and a $0.7 million reduction to deferred tax liability, respectively.  The offsetting net charges to deferred tax expense and income tax expense are shown on our statements of consolidated income as provision for income taxes.
 
Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes
 
In accordance with Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Interpretation No. 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes, we must recognize the tax effects of any uncertain tax positions we may adopt, if the position taken by us is more likely than not sustainable.  If a tax position meets such criteria, the tax effect to be recognized by us would be the largest amount of benefit with more than a 50% chance of being realized upon ultimate settlement with a taxing authority with full knowledge of all relevant information.  This guidance was effective January 1, 2007, and our adoption of this guidance had no material impact on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Intangible Assets and Excess Investments
 
Intangible assets on the consolidated balance sheets consist primarily of gathering contracts assumed in the acquisition of Val Verde on June 30, 2002, a fractionation agreement, customer contracts related to the acquisition of crude oil supply and transportation assets, customer relationships and non-compete agreements related to the acquisition of the marine assets and other intangible assets (see Note 11).  Included in equity investments on the consolidated balance sheets are excess investments in Centennial, Seaway and Jonah.

In connection with the acquisition of Val Verde, we assumed fixed-term contracts with customers that gather coal bed methane from the San Juan Basin in New Mexico and Colorado.  The value assigned to these intangible assets relates to contracts with customers that are for a fixed term.  These intangible assets are amortized on a unit-of-production basis, based upon the actual throughput of the system over the expected total throughput for the lives of the contracts.  Revisions to the unit-of-production estimates may occur as additional production information is made available to us (see Note 11).

In connection with the formation of Centennial, we recorded excess investment, the majority of which is amortized on a unit-of-production basis over a period of 10 years.  In connection with the acquisition of our interest in Seaway, we recorded excess investment, which is amortized on a straight-line basis over a period of 39 years.  In connection with the formation of our Jonah joint venture and the construction of its expansion, we recorded excess investment, which is amortized on a straight-line basis over the life of the assets constructed (see Note 11).

Inventories

Inventories consist primarily of petroleum products, which are valued at the lower of cost (weighted average cost method) or market.  Our Downstream Segment acquires and disposes of various products under purchase, sale and exchange agreements.  Receivables and payables arising from exchange transactions are usually satisfied with products rather than cash.  The net balances of exchange receivables and payables are valued at weighted average cost and included in inventories.   Our Upstream Segment also acquires and disposes of crude oil under purchase, sale, buy/sell and exchange agreements. Additionally, our Upstream Segment acquires crude oil inventory through a pipeline loss allowance (“PLA”) in certain of our pipeline tariffs, whereby the shipper conveys physical crude oil to us, in addition to a cash tariff payment for transportation services, in exchange for our bearing
 
 
 
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the risk of pipeline volumetric losses.  These PLA barrels are recorded to inventory based on the current market value at the time the barrels are transported and later sold.  Inventories of materials and supplies, used for ongoing replacements and expansions, are carried at cost.
 
Natural Gas Imbalances

Gas imbalances occur when gas producers (customers) deliver more or less actual natural gas gathering volumes to our gathering systems than they originally nominated.  Actual deliveries are different from nominated volumes due to fluctuations in gas production at the wellhead.  To the extent that these shipper imbalances are not cashed out, Val Verde records a payable to shippers who supply more natural gas gathering volumes than nominated, and a receivable from the shippers who nominate more natural gas gathering volumes than supplied.  To the extent pipeline imbalances are not cashed out, Val Verde records a receivable from connecting pipeline transporters when total volumes delivered exceed the total of shipper’s nominations and records a payable to connecting pipeline transporters when the total shippers’ nominations exceed volumes delivered.  We record natural gas imbalances using average market prices, which is representative of the estimated value of the imbalances upon final settlement.

Net Income Per Unit

Basic net income per Unit is computed by dividing net income or loss, after deduction of the General Partner’s interest, by the weighted average number of distribution-bearing Units outstanding during a period.  The General Partner’s percentage interest in our net income is based on its percentage of cash distributions from Available Cash for each period (see Note 13).  Diluted net income per Unit is computed by dividing net income or loss, after deduction of the General Partner’s interest, by the sum of (i) the weighted average number of distribution-bearing Units outstanding during a period (as used in determining basic earnings per Unit); and (ii) the number of incremental Units resulting from the assumed exercise of dilutive unit options outstanding during a period (the “incremental option units”) (see Note 16).

In a period of net operating losses, restricted units and incremental option units are excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per Unit due to their anti-dilutive effect.  The dilutive incremental option units are calculated using the treasury stock method, which assumes that proceeds from the exercise of all in-the-money options at the end of each period are used to repurchase Units at an average market value during the period.  The amount of Units remaining after the proceeds are exhausted represents the potentially dilutive effect of the securities.

The General Partner’s percentage interest in our net income increases as cash distributions paid per Unit increase above specified levels, in accordance with our Partnership Agreement.  On December 8, 2006, our Partnership Agreement was amended and restated, and our General Partner’s maximum percentage interest in our quarterly distributions was reduced from 50% to 25% in exchange for 14.1 million Units (see Note 1).
 
Property, Plant and Equipment
 
Property, plant and equipment is recorded at its acquisition cost.  Additions to property, plant and equipment, including major replacements or betterments, are recorded at cost.  We charge replacements and renewals of minor items of property that do not materially increase values or extend useful lives to maintenance expense.  Depreciation expense is computed on the straight-line method using rates based upon expected useful lives of various classes of assets (ranging from 2% to 20% per annum).
 
We evaluate impairment of long-lived assets in accordance with SFAS No. 144, Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets.  Long-lived assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable.  Recoverability of

 
 
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the carrying amount of assets to be held and used is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of the asset to estimated future net cash flows expected to be generated by the asset.  If such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized is measured by the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the estimated fair value of the assets.  Assets to be disposed of are reported at the lower of the carrying amount or estimated fair value less costs to sell.
 
Revenue Recognition
 
Our Downstream Segment revenues are earned from pipeline transportation, marketing and storage of refined products and LPGs, intrastate pipeline transportation of petrochemicals, sale of product inventory and other ancillary services. Transportation revenues are recognized as products are delivered to customers. Storage revenues are recognized upon receipt of products into storage and upon performance of storage services. Refined products terminaling revenues are recognized as products are out-loaded. From time to time, we buy and sell products to balance our inventory for operational needs, and the gains or losses from the sale of product inventory are recognized when the products are sold. Our refined products marketing activities generate revenues by purchasing refined products from our throughput partner and establishing a margin by selling refined products for physical delivery through spot and contract sales. These marketing activities are conducted at our Aberdeen and Boligee truck racks to independent wholesalers and retailers of refined products. Spot purchases and sales are generally contracted to occur on the same day.

Our Upstream Segment revenues are earned from gathering, pipeline transporting, marketing and storing crude oil, distributing lubrication oils and specialty chemicals, and fuel transportation services principally in Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico and the Rocky Mountain region. Revenues are also generated from trade documentation and terminaling services, primarily at Cushing, Oklahoma, and Midland, Texas. Revenues are accrued at the time title to the product sold transfers to the purchaser, which typically occurs upon receipt of the product by the purchaser, and purchases are accrued at the time title to the product purchased transfers to our crude oil marketing company, TEPPCO Crude Oil, LLC (“TCO”), which typically occurs upon our receipt of the product. Revenues related to trade documentation and terminaling services are recognized as services are completed.

Except for crude oil purchased from time to time as inventory required for operations, our policy is to purchase only crude oil for which we have a market to sell and to structure sales contracts so that crude oil price fluctuations do not materially affect the margin received. As we purchase crude oil, we establish a margin by selling crude oil for physical delivery to third party users or by entering into a future delivery obligation. Through these transactions, we seek to maintain a position that is balanced between crude oil purchases and sales and future delivery obligations. However, commodity price risks cannot be completely hedged.  In addition, when PLA barrels in crude oil inventory are sold, we recognize gains or losses in revenues depending on the current market price at the date of sale. 

Our Midstream Segment revenues are earned from the gathering of natural gas, pipeline transportation of NGLs and fractionation of NGLs. Gathering revenues are recognized as natural gas is received from the customer. Transportation revenues are recognized as NGLs are delivered.  Based upon contract terms, fractionation revenues are recognized based upon the volume of NGLs fractionated at a fixed rate per gallon. We generally do not take title to the natural gas gathered, NGLs transported or NGLs fractionated, with the exception of natural gas imbalances that are settled in-kind. Since we record natural gas imbalances using average market prices, the results of our Midstream Segment are affected by changes in the prices of natural gas.

Our Marine Services Segment revenues are earned from inland and offshore transportation of refined products, crude oil, condensate, asphalt, heavy fuel oil and other heated oil products via tow boats and tank barges. We also provide offshore flow-back operations relating to well-testing and pipeline remediation and utilize our offshore tugs in general towing operations.  Our transportation services are generally provided under term contracts (also referred to as affreightment contracts), which are agreements with specific customers to transport cargo from

 
 
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within designated operating areas at set day rates or a set fee per cargo movement. Most of the inland term contracts have one-year terms with the remainder having terms of up to two years. Substantially all of the inland contracts have renewal options, which are exercisable subject to agreement on rates applicable to the option terms. Most of the offshore service and transportation contracts have up to one-year terms with renewal options, which are exercisable subject to agreement on rates applicable to the option terms, or are spot contracts. A spot contract is an agreement with a customer to move cargo within designated operating areas for a rate negotiated at the time the cargo movement takes place. Revenue is recognized over the transit time of individual tows as determined on an individual contract basis, which are generally less than ten days in duration.  We estimate unbilled revenue at the end of each financial reporting period.  Unbilled revenue represents revenue attributable to that portion of transportation services that has taken place prior to period end which is part of a voyage still in progress and has not yet been invoiced.  We do not assume ownership of the products we transport in this segment. As is typical for inland and offshore affreightment contracts, the term contracts establish set day rates but do not include revenue or volume guarantees. Most of the contracts include escalation provisions to recover specific increased operating costs such as incremental increases in labor. The costs of fuel, substantially all of which is a pass through expense, and other specified operational fees and costs are directly reimbursed by the customer under most of the contracts.

Equity Awards
 
We account for equity awards in accordance with SFAS No. 123(R), Share-Based Payment.  SFAS 123(R) requires us to recognize compensation expense related to equity awards based on the fair value of the award at grant date.  The fair value of restricted unit awards is based on the market price of the underlying Units on the date of grant.  The fair value of other equity awards is estimated using the Black-Scholes option pricing model. Under SFAS 123(R), the fair value of an equity award is amortized to earnings on a straight-line basis over the requisite service or vesting period of the equity awards.  As used in the context of the compensation plans, the term “restricted unit” represents a time-vested unit under SFAS 123(R).  Such awards are non-vested until the required service period expires.  Compensation for liability awards is recognized over the requisite service or vesting period of an award based on the fair value of the award remeasured at each reporting period.  Liability awards will be settled in cash upon vesting.  We accrue compensation expense based upon the terms of each plan (see Note 4).

 
NOTE 3.   RECENT ACCOUNTING DEVELOPMENTS
 
The accounting standard setting bodies have recently issued the following accounting guidance that may affect our future financial statements:  SFAS No. 141(R), Business Combinations;  FASB Staff Position (“FSP”) SFAS 142-3, Determination of the Useful Life of Intangible Assets;  SFAS No. 157, Fair Value Measurements;  SFAS No. 161, Disclosures about Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities – An Amendment of FASB Statement No. 133; Emerging Issues Task Force (“EITF”) 08-6, Equity Method Investment Accounting Considerations; and EITF 07-4, Application of the Two Class Method Under FASB Statement No. 128, Earnings Per Share, to Master Limited Partnerships (“MLPs”).

SFAS No. 141(R), Business Combinations.  SFAS 141(R) replaces SFAS No. 141, Business Combinations and was effective January 1, 2009. SFAS 141(R) retains the fundamental requirements of SFAS 141 in that the acquisition method of accounting (previously termed the “purchase method”) is used for all business combinations and for the “acquirer” to be identified for each business combination.  SFAS 141(R) defines the acquirer as the entity that obtains control of one or more businesses in a business combination and establishes the acquisition date as the date that the acquirer achieves control.  This new guidance also retains guidance in SFAS 141 for identifying and recognizing intangible assets separately from goodwill.  SFAS 141(R) will have an impact on the way in which we evaluate acquisitions.

 
 
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The objective of SFAS 141(R) is to improve the relevance, representational faithfulness, and comparability of the information a reporting entity provides in its financial reports about business combinations and their effects.  To accomplish this, SFAS 141(R) establishes principles and requirements for how the acquirer:
 
§  
recognizes and measures in its financial statements the identifiable assets acquired, the liabilities assumed, and any noncontrolling interests in the acquiree.
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recognizes and measures the goodwill acquired in the business combination or a gain resulting from a bargain purchase.  SFAS 141(R) defines a bargain purchase as a business combination in which the total acquisition-date fair value of the identifiable net assets acquired exceeds the fair value of the consideration transferred plus any noncontrolling interest in the acquiree, and requires the acquirer to recognize that excess in net income as a gain attributable to the acquirer.
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determines what information to disclose to enable users of the financial statements to evaluate the nature and financial effects of the business combination.

SFAS 141(R) also requires that direct costs of an acquisition (e.g. finder’s fees, outside consultants, etc.) be expensed as incurred and not capitalized as part of the purchase price. 

FSP No. FAS 142-3, Determination of the Useful Life of Intangible AssetsIn April 2008, the FASB issued FSP No. 142-3, which revised the factors that should be considered in developing renewal or extension assumptions used in determining the useful lives of recognized intangible assets under SFAS No. 142, Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets. These revisions are intended to improve consistency between the useful life of a recognized intangible asset under SFAS 142 and the period of expected cash flows used to measure the fair value of such assets under SFAS 141(R) and other accounting guidance. The measurement and disclosure requirements of this new guidance will be applied to intangible assets acquired after January 1, 2009.  Our adoption of this guidance is not expected to have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.

SFAS No. 157, Fair Value Measurements. SFAS 157 defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value and expands disclosures about fair value measurements.  Although certain provisions of SFAS 157 were effective January 1, 2008, the remaining guidance of this new standard applicable to nonfinancial assets and liabilities was effective January 1, 2009.  See Note 6 for information regarding fair value-related disclosures required for 2008 in connection with SFAS 157.

SFAS 157 applies to fair-value measurements that are already required (or permitted) by other accounting standards and is expected to increase the consistency of those measurements.  SFAS 157 emphasizes that fair value is a market-based measurement that should be determined based on the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability. Companies are required to disclose the extent to which fair value is used to measure assets and liabilities, the inputs used to develop such measurements, and the effect of certain of the measurements on earnings (or changes in net assets) during a period.  Our adoption of this guidance is not expected to have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.  SFAS 157 will impact the valuation of assets and liabilities (and related disclosures) in connection with future business combinations and impairment testing.

SFAS No. 161, Disclosures about Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities - An Amendment of FASB Statement No. 133. SFAS 161 revised the disclosure requirements for financial instruments and related hedging activities to provide users of financial statements with an enhanced understanding of (i) why and how an entity uses financial instruments, (ii) how an entity accounts for financial instruments and related hedged items under SFAS 133, Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, and its related interpretations and (iii) how financial instruments and related hedged items affect an entity’s financial position, financial performance and cash flows.

SFAS 161 requires qualitative disclosures about objectives and strategies for using financial instruments, quantitative disclosures about fair value amounts of and gains and losses on financial instruments and disclosures
 
 
 
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about credit risk-related contingent features in financial instrument agreements. SFAS 161 was effective January 1, 2009, and we will apply its requirements beginning with the first quarter of 2009. 
 
    EITF 08-6, Equity Method Investment Accounting Considerations.  EITF 08-6 clarifies the accounting for certain transactions and impairment considerations involving equity method investments under SFAS 141(R) and SFAS 160.  EITF 08-6 generally requires that (i) transaction costs should be included in the initial carrying value of an equity method investment; (ii) an equity method investor shall not test separately an investee’s underlying assets for impairment, rather such testing should be performed in accordance with Accounting Principles Board Opinion No. 18 (i.e., on the equity method investment itself); (iii) an equity method investor shall account for a share issuance by an investee as if the investor had sold a proportionate share of its investment (any gain or loss to the investor resulting from the investee’s share issuance shall be recognized in earnings);  and (iv) a gain or loss should not be recognized when changing the method of accounting for an investment from the equity method to the cost method.  EITF 08-6 was effective January 1, 2009.

EITF 07-4, Application of the Two Class Method Under FASB Statement No. 128, Earnings Per Share, to MLPs.  EITF 07-4 prescribes the manner in which an MLP should allocate and present earnings per unit using the two-class method set forth in SFAS No. 128, Earnings per Share. Under the two-class method, current period earnings are allocated to the general partner (including earnings attributable to any embedded incentive distribution rights) and limited partners according to the distribution formula for available cash set forth in the MLP’s partnership agreement. EITF 07-4 was effective for us on January 1, 2009.  Our adoption of EITF 07-4 did not have a material impact on our earnings per unit computations and disclosures.

 
NOTE 4.   ACCOUNTING FOR EQUITY AWARDS
 
The following table summarizes compensation expense by plan for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006:
 
   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
Phantom Unit Plans: (1) (2)
                 
  1994 Long-Term Incentive Plan (“1994 LTIP”) (3)
  $ --     $ --     $ 4  
  1999 Phantom Unit Retention Plan                                                                   
    (128 )     865       885  
  2000 Long Term Incentive Plan                                                                   
    (265 )     397       352  
  2005 Phantom Unit Plan                                                                   
    (144 )     976       1,152  
EPCO, Inc. 2006 TPP Long-Term Incentive Plan:
                       
  Unit options                                                                   
    158       65       --  
  Restricted units (4)                                                                   
    1,019       338       --  
  Unit appreciation rights (“UARs”) (1) (2)
    2       67       --  
  Phantom units (1)                                                                   
    8       12       --  
TEPPCO Unit L.P.                                                                   
    113       --       --  
TEPPCO Unit II L.P.                                                                   
    35       --       --  
Compensation expense allocated under ASA (5)
    1,683       1,062       201  
      Total compensation expense                                                                   
  $ 2,481     $ 3,782     $ 2,594  
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(1)  
These awards are accounted for as liability awards under the provisions of SFAS 123(R). Accruals for plan award payouts are based on the Unit price.
(2)  
The decrease in compensation expense for the year ended December 31, 2008, is primarily due to a decrease in the Unit price at December 31, 2008, as compared to the Unit price at December 31, 2007.
(3)  
The 1994 LTIP provided certain key employees with an incentive award whereby the participant was granted an option to purchase Units and performance units.  The 1994 LTIP was terminated effective as of June 19, 2006.
(4)  
As used in the context of the EPCO, Inc. 2006 TPP Long-Term Incentive Plan, the term “restricted unit” represents a time-vested unit under SFAS 123(R).  Such awards are non-vested until the required service period expires.
 
 
 
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(5)  
Represents compensation expense under equity awards under other EPCO compensation plans allocated to us from EPCO under the ASA in connection with shared service employees working on our behalf (see Note 15).

1999 Plan
 
The Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC 1999 Phantom Unit Retention Plan (“1999 Plan”) provides for the issuance of phantom unit awards as incentives to key employees.  These liability awards are settled for cash based on the fair market value of the vested portion of the phantom units at redemption dates in each award.  The fair market value of each phantom unit award is equal to the closing price of a Unit on the NYSE on the redemption date.  Each participant is required to redeem their phantom units as they vest.  Each participant is also entitled to cash distributions equal to the product of the number of phantom units granted to the participant and the per Unit cash distribution that we paid to our unitholders.  Grants under the 1999 Plan are subject to forfeiture if the participant’s employment with EPCO is terminated.
 
A total of 18,600 phantom units and 31,600 phantom units were outstanding under the 1999 Plan at December 31, 2008 and 2007, respectively.  In April 2008, 13,000 phantom units vested and $0.4 million was paid out to one participant in the second quarter of 2008.  The remaining awards outstanding at December 31, 2008 cliff vest as follows:  13,000 in April 2009 and 5,600 in January 2010.  At December 31, 2008 and 2007, we had accrued liability balances of $0.4 million and $1.0 million, respectively, for compensation related to the 1999 Plan.   For the years ended December 31, 2008 and 2007, participants received $62 thousand and $95 thousand, respectively, in cash distributions.

2000 LTIP
 
The Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC 2000 Long Term Incentive Plan (“2000 LTIP”) provides key employees incentives to achieve improvements in our financial performance.  Generally, upon the close of a three-year performance period, the participant will receive a cash payment equal to (i) the applicable “performance percentage” as specified in the award multiplied by (ii) the number of phantom units granted under the award multiplied by (iii) the average of the closing prices of a Unit over the ten consecutive trading days immediately preceding the last day of the performance period.  In addition, during the performance period, each participant is entitled to cash distributions equal to the product of the number of phantom units granted to the participant and the per Unit cash distribution that we paid to our unitholders.  Grants under the 2000 LTIP are accounted for as liability awards and subject to forfeiture if the participant’s employment with EPCO is terminated, with customary exceptions for death, disability or retirement.

A participant’s “performance percentage” is based upon an improvement in Economic Value Added during a given three-year performance period over the Economic Value Added for the three-year period immediately preceding the performance period.  The term “Economic Value Added” means our average annual EBITDA for the performance period minus the product of our average asset base and our cost of capital for the performance period.  In this context, EBITDA means earnings before net interest expense, other income, depreciation and amortization and our proportional interest in the EBITDA of our joint ventures, except that our chief executive officer may exclude gains or losses from extraordinary, unusual or non-recurring items. Average asset base means the quarterly average, during the performance period, of our gross carrying value of property, plant and equipment, plus long-term inventory, and the gross carrying value of intangible assets and equity investments.  The cost of capital is determined at the date each award is granted.
 
On December 31, 2007, 19,700 phantom units were outstanding, of which 8,400 phantom units vested on December 31, 2007, and $0.5 million was paid out to participants in the first quarter of 2008.  At December 31, 2008, a total of 11,300 phantom units vested and will be paid out to participants in the first quarter of 2009.  At December 31, 2008 and 2007, we had accrued liability balances of $0.2 million and $0.9 million, respectively, for compensation related to the 2000 LTIP.  After payout in the first quarter of 2009 on awards which vested on December 31, 2008, there will be no remaining phantom units outstanding under the 2000 LTIP.  For the years
 
 
 
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ended December 31, 2008 and 2007, participants received $38 thousand and $54 thousand, respectively, in cash distributions.
 
2005 Phantom Unit Plan
 
The Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC 2005 Phantom Unit Plan (“2005 Phantom Unit Plan”) provides key employees incentives to achieve improvements in our financial performance.  Generally, upon the close of a three-year performance period, the participant will receive a cash payment equal to (i) the applicable “performance percentage” as specified in the award multiplied by (ii) the number of phantom units granted under the award multiplied by (iii) the average of the closing prices of a Unit over the ten consecutive trading days immediately preceding the last day of the performance period.  In addition, during the performance period, each participant is entitled to cash distributions equal to the product of the number of phantom units granted to the participant and the per Unit cash distribution that we paid to our unitholders.  Grants under the 2005 Phantom Unit Plan are accounted for as liability awards and subject to forfeiture if the participant’s employment with EPCO is terminated, with customary exceptions for death, disability or retirement.
 
Generally, a participant’s performance percentage is based upon the achievement of a cumulative EBITDA for the performance period of an amount equal to the sum of the EBITDA targets established for each of the three years of the performance period.   In this context, EBITDA means earnings before net interest expense, other income, depreciation and amortization and our proportional interest in the EBITDA of our joint ventures, except that our chief executive officer may exclude gains or losses from extraordinary, unusual or non-recurring items.
 
On December 31, 2007, 36,200 phantom units vested and $1.6 million was paid out to participants in the first quarter of 2008. At December 31, 2008, a total of 36,600 phantom units vested and will be paid out to participants in the first quarter of 2009.  At December 31, 2008 and 2007, we had accrued liability balances of $0.6 million and $2.6 million, respectively, for compensation related to the 2005 Phantom Unit Plan.  After the payout in the first quarter of 2009 on awards which vested on December 31, 2008, there will be no remaining phantom units outstanding under the 2005 Phantom Unit Plan. For the years ended December 31, 2008 and 2007, participants received $0.1 million and $0.2 million, respectively, in cash distributions.
 
 2006 LTIP
 
The EPCO, Inc. 2006 TPP Long-Term Incentive Plan (“2006 LTIP”) provides for awards of our Units and other rights to our non-employee directors and to certain employees of EPCO and its affiliates providing services to us.  Awards granted under the 2006 LTIP may be in the form of restricted units, phantom units, unit options, UARs and distribution equivalent rights.  The exercise price of unit options or UARs awarded to participants is determined by the Audit, Conflicts and Governance Committee of the board of directors of our General Partner (“ACG Committee”) (at its discretion) at the date of grant and may be no less than the fair market value of the option award as of the date of grant. The 2006 LTIP is administered by the ACG Committee. Subject to adjustment as provided in the 2006 LTIP, awards with respect to up to an aggregate of 5,000,000 Units may be granted under the 2006 LTIP.  We reimburse EPCO for the costs allocable to 2006 LTIP awards made to employees who work in our business.   The 2006 LTIP is effective until the earlier of (i) December 8, 2016, (ii) the time by which all available Units under the 2006 LTIP have been delivered to participants, or (iii) the time of termination of the 2006 LTIP by EPCO or the ACG Committee.  The 2006 LTIP may be amended or terminated at any time by the board of directors of EPCO, which is an affiliate of our General Partner, or the ACG Committee; however, any material amendment, such as a material increase in the number of Units available under the plan or a change in the types of awards available under the plan, would require the approval of at least 50% of our unitholders. The ACG Committee is also authorized to make adjustments in the terms and conditions of, and the criteria included in awards under the 2006 LTIP in specified circumstances.  After giving effect to outstanding unit options and restricted units at December 31, 2008, and the forfeiture of restricted units through December 31, 2008, a total of 4,487,084 additional Units could be issued under the 2006 LTIP in the future.
 
 
 
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  Unit Options

The information in the following table presents unit option activity under the 2006 LTIP for the periods indicated:
 
               
Weighted-
 
         
Weighted-
   
Average
 
         
Average
   
Remaining
 
   
Number
   
Strike Price
   
Contractual
 
   
of Units
   
(dollars/Unit)
   
Term (in years)
 
Unit Options:
                 
  Outstanding at December 31, 2006
    --     $ --        
  Granted (1) (2)                                                    
    155,000       45.35        
   Outstanding at December 31, 2007
    155,000       45.35        
        Granted (3)                                                        
    200,000       35.86        
   Outstanding at December 31, 2008
    355,000       40.00       4.57  
                         
   Options exercisable at:
                       
        December 31, 2008                                                        
    --     $ --       --  
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(1)  
During 2008, these unit option grants were amended.  The expiration dates of these awards granted on May 22, 2007 were modified from May 22, 2017 to December 31, 2012.
(2)  
The total grant date fair value of these awards was $0.4 million based upon the following assumptions:  (i) expected life of the option of 7 years, (ii) risk-free interest rate of 4.78%; (iii) expected distribution yield on Units of 7.92%; and (iv) expected Unit price volatility on Units of 18.03%.
(3)  
The total grant date fair value of these awards granted on May 19, 2008 was $0.3 million based upon the following assumptions:  (i) expected life of the option of 4.7 years; (ii) risk-free interest rate of 3.3%; (iii) expected distribution yield on Units of 7.9%; (iv) estimated forfeiture rate of 17%; and (v) expected Unit price volatility on Units of 18.7%.

At December 31, 2008, total unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested unit options granted under the 2006 LTIP was an estimated $0.6 million.  We expect to recognize this cost over a weighted-average period of 2.95 years.

Restricted Units

The following table summarizes information regarding our restricted units for the periods indicated:

         
Weighted-
 
         
Average Grant
 
   
Number
   
Date Fair Value
 
   
of Units
   
per Unit (1)
 
Restricted Units at December 31, 2006
    --        
Granted (2)                                                   
    62,900     $ 37.64  
Forfeited                                                   
    (500 )   $ 37.64  
Restricted Units at December 31, 2007
    62,400          
Granted (3)                                                   
    96,900     $ 29.54  
Vested                                                   
    (1,000 )   $ 40.61  
Forfeited                                                   
    (1,000 )   $ 35.86  
Restricted Units at December 31, 2008
    157,300          
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(1) 
Determined by dividing the aggregate grant date fair value of awards (including an allowance for forfeitures) by the number of awards issued.
   (2) 
Aggregate grant date fair value of restricted unit awards issued during 2007 was $2.4 million based on a grant date market price of $45.35 per Unit and an estimated forfeiture rate of 17%.

 
 
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(3)  
Aggregate grant date fair value of restricted unit awards issued during 2008 was $2.8 million based on grant date market prices ranging from $34.63 to $35.86 per Unit and an estimated forfeiture rate of 17%.
 
The total fair value of our restricted unit awards that vested during the year ended December 31, 2008 was $24 thousand.  At December 31, 2008, total unrecognized compensation cost related to restricted units was $3.7 million, and these costs are expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.8 years.

Phantom Units

At December 31, 2008 and 2007, a total of 1,647 phantom units were outstanding, which have been awarded under the 2006 LTIP to three of the non-executive members of the board of directors. Each phantom unit will pay out in cash on April 30, 2011 or, if earlier, the date the director is no longer serving on the board of directors, whether by voluntarily resignation or otherwise. Each participant is also entitled to cash distributions equal to the product of the number of phantom units granted to the participant and the per Unit cash distribution that we paid to our unitholders. Phantom unit awards to non-executive directors are accounted for in a manner similar to SFAS 123(R) liability awards.

UARs

At December 31, 2008 and 2007, a total of 431,377 UARs and 401,948 UARs, respectively, were outstanding, which have been awarded under the 2006 LTIP to non-executive members of the board of directors and to certain employees providing services directly to us.

Non-Executive Members of the Board of Directors.  At December 31, 2008, a total of 95,654 UARs, awarded to non-executive members of the board of directors under the 2006 LTIP, were outstanding at a weighted average exercise price of $41.82 per Unit (66,225 UARs issued in 2007 at an exercise price of $45.30 per Unit to the then three non-executive members of the board of directors and 29,429 UARs issued in 2008 at an exercise price of $33.98 per Unit to a non-executive member of the board of directors in connection with his election to the board).  The UARs are subject to five year cliff vesting and will vest earlier if the director dies or is removed from, or not re-elected or appointed to, the board of directors for reasons other than his voluntary resignation or unwillingness to serve. When the UARs become payable, the director will receive a payment in cash equal to the fair market value of the Units subject to the UARs on the payment date over the fair market value of the Units subject to the UARs on the date of grant. UARs awarded to non-executive directors are accounted for in a manner similar to SFAS 123(R) liability awards.

Employees. At December 31, 2008 and 2007, a total of 335,723 UARs, awarded under the 2006 LTIP to certain employees providing services directly to us, were outstanding at an exercise price of $45.35 per Unit. The UARs are subject to five year cliff vesting and are subject to forfeiture. When the UARs become payable, the awards will be redeemed in cash (or, in the sole discretion of the ACG Committee, Units or a combination of cash and Units) equal to the fair market value of the Units subject to the UARs on the payment date over the fair market value of the Units subject to the UARs on the date of grant. In addition, for each calendar quarter from the grant date until the UARs become payable, each holder will receive a cash payment equal to the product of (i) the per Unit cash distribution paid to our unitholders during such calendar quarter less the quarterly distribution amount in effect at the time of grant multiplied by (ii) the number of Units subject to the UAR. UARs awarded to employees are accounted for as liability awards under SFAS 123(R) since the current intent is to settle the awards in cash.

Employee Partnerships

EPCO formed TEPPCO Unit L.P. (“TEPPCO Unit”) and TEPPCO Unit II L.P. (“TEPPCO Unit II”) (collectively, “Employee Partnerships”) to serve as an incentive arrangement for key employees of EPCO by providing them with a “profits interest” in the Employee Partnerships.  Certain EPCO employees who perform services for us, including our chief executive officer and other executive officers, were issued Class B limited
 
 
 
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partner interests and admitted as Class B limited partners without any capital contribution.  The profits interest awards (i.e., the Class B limited partner interests) in the Employee Partnerships entitles each holder to participate in the appreciation in value of our Units.  The Class B limited partner interests are subject to forfeiture if the participating employee’s employment with EPCO is terminated prior to vesting of the profits interest, with customary exceptions for death, disability and certain retirements.  The risk of forfeiture associated with the Class B limited partner interests in the Employee Partnerships will also lapse upon certain change in control events.

The following is a discussion of the significant terms of TEPPCO Unit and TEPPCO Unit II.

TEPPCO Unit.  On September 4, 2008, EPCO formed a Delaware limited partnership, TEPPCO Unit, for which it serves as the general partner, to serve as an incentive arrangement for certain employees of EPCO, including our executive officers.  EPCO Holdings, Inc. (“EPCO Holdings”), an affiliate of EPCO, contributed approximately $7.0 million to TEPPCO Unit as a capital contribution with respect to its interest and was admitted as the Class A limited partner of TEPPCO Unit.  TEPPCO Unit purchased 241,380 Units directly from us in an unregistered transaction at the public offering price concurrently with the closing of our September 2008 equity offering (see Note 13).  Certain EPCO employees who perform services for us, including executive officers, were issued Class B limited partner interests and admitted as Class B limited partners of TEPPCO Unit without any capital contribution.  The Class B limited partner interests, which entitle the holder to participate in the appreciation in value of our Units, are equity-based compensatory awards designed to incentivize officers and employees of EPCO who perform services for us to enhance the long-term value of our Units.

Compensation expense attributable to these awards is based on the estimated grant date fair value of each award.  A portion of the fair value of these equity-based awards is allocated to us under the ASA as a non-cash expense.  We are not responsible for reimbursing EPCO for any expenses of TEPPCO Unit, including the value of any contributions of cash or our Units made by private company affiliates of EPCO at the formation of TEPPCO Unit.

Unless otherwise agreed to by EPCO, EPCO Holdings and a majority in interest of the Class B limited partners or unless other specified dissolution events occur, TEPPCO Unit will terminate at the earlier of (i) thirty days following September 4, 2013 (five years from the date of TEPPCO Unit’s agreement of limited partnership) or (ii) a change in control of EPCO, Enterprise GP Holdings, or us.  Summarized below are certain material terms regarding distributions by TEPPCO Unit to its partners:

§  
Distributions of Cash Flow Each quarter, 100% of the cash distributions received by TEPPCO Unit from us in that quarter will be distributed to the Class A limited partner until the Class A limited partner has received an amount equal to the Class A preferred return (as defined below), and any excess distributions received by TEPPCO Unit in that quarter will be distributed to the Class B limited partners.  The Class A preferred return equals the Class A capital base (as defined below) multiplied by a floating rate determined by EPCO, in its sole discretion, that will be no less than 4.5% and no greater than 5.725% per annum.  The Class A limited partner’s capital base equals the amount of any contributions of cash or cash equivalents made by the Class A limited partner to TEPPCO Unit, plus any unpaid Class A preferred return from prior periods, less any distributions of cash or Units previously made to the Class A limited partner by TEPPCO Unit.

§  
Liquidating Distributions Upon liquidation of TEPPCO Unit (after satisfaction of any debt or other obligations of TEPPCO Unit), Units having a fair market value equal to the Class A capital base will be distributed to EPCO Holdings, plus any accrued Class A preferred return for the quarter in which liquidation occurs.  Any remaining Units will be distributed to the Class B limited partners.
 
§  
Sale Proceeds If TEPPCO Unit sells any Units that it owns, the sale proceeds will be distributed to the Class A limited partner and the Class B limited partners in the same manner as liquidating distributions described above.
 
 
 
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The grant date fair value of the Class B limited partner interests in TEPPCO Unit was $2.1 million.  This fair value was estimated using the Black-Scholes option pricing model, which incorporates various assumptions including (i) an expected life of the awards of five years, (ii) a risk-free interest rate of 2.87%, (iii) an expected distribution yield on our Units of 7.28%, and (iv) an expected Unit price volatility for our Units of 16.42%.  At December 31, 2008, there was an estimated $1.7 million of unrecognized compensation cost related to TEPPCO Unit.  We will recognize our share of these costs in accordance with the ASA over a weighted average period of 4.68 years.

TEPPCO Unit II.  On November 13, 2008, EPCO formed a Delaware limited partnership, TEPPCO Unit II, for which it serves as the general partner, to serve as an incentive arrangement for Mr. Thompson, our chief executive officer and an employee of EPCO.  On the same date, Duncan Family Interests, Inc. (“DFI”), an affiliate of EPCO, contributed to TEPPCO Unit II 123,185 Units (with a value of approximately $3.1 million, based on the closing price of our Units on the NYSE on November 12, 2008) and was admitted as the Class A limited partner of TEPPCO Unit II.  Mr. Thompson was issued 100% of the Class B limited partner interests and admitted as Class B limited partner of TEPPCO Unit II without any capital contribution.  The Class B limited partner interest, which entitles Mr. Thompson to participate in the appreciation in value of our Units, is an equity-based compensatory award designed to incentivize him to enhance the long-term value of our Units.

Compensation expense attributable to this award is based on the estimated grant date fair value of the award and the fair value is allocated to us under the ASA.  We are responsible for reimbursing EPCO for the amount of distributions of cash or securities, if any, made by TEPPCO Unit II to Mr. Thompson.

Unless otherwise agreed to by EPCO, DFI and the Class B limited partner or unless other specified dissolution events occur, TEPPCO Unit II will terminate at the earlier of (i) thirty days following November 13, 2013 (five years from the date of TEPPCO Unit II’s agreement of limited partnership) or (ii) a change in control of EPCO or us.  Summarized below are certain material terms regarding distributions by TEPPCO Unit II to its partners:

§  
Distributions of Cash Flow Each quarter, 100% of the cash distributions received by TEPPCO Unit II from us in that quarter will be distributed to the Class A limited partner until the Class A limited partner has received an amount equal to the Class A preferred return (as defined below), and any remaining excess distributions received by TEPPCO Unit II in that quarter will be distributed to the Class B limited partner.  The Class A preferred return equals the Class A capital base (as defined below) multiplied by a rate of 6.31% per annum.  The Class A limited partner’s capital base equals the amount of any contributions of cash or cash equivalents made by the Class A limited partner to TEPPCO Unit II, plus any unpaid Class A preferred return from prior periods, less any distributions of cash or Units previously made to the Class A limited partner by TEPPCO Unit II (as described below).

§  
Liquidating Distributions Upon liquidation of TEPPCO Unit II (after satisfaction of any debt or other obligations of TEPPCO Unit II), Units having a fair market value equal to the Class A capital base will be distributed to DFI, plus any accrued Class A preferred return for the quarter in which liquidation occurs.  Any remaining Units will be distributed to the Class B limited partner.

§  
Sale Proceeds If TEPPCO Unit II sells any Units that it owns, the sale proceeds will be distributed to the Class A limited partner and the Class B limited partner in the same manner as liquidating distributions described above.
 
The grant date fair value of the Class B limited partner interest in TEPPCO Unit II was $1.4 million.  This fair value was estimated using the Black-Scholes option pricing model, which incorporates various assumptions including (i) an expected life of the awards of five years, (ii) a risk-free interest rate of 2.37%, (iii) an expected distribution yield on our Units of 13.87%, and (iv) an expected Unit price volatility for our Units of 66.38%.  At
 
 
 
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December 31, 2008, there was an estimated $1.3 million of unrecognized compensation cost related to TEPPCO Unit II.  We will recognize our share of these costs in accordance with the ASA over a weighted average period of 4.87 years.

 
NOTE 5.   EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS
 
Retirement Plan

The TEPPCO Retirement Cash Balance Plan (“TEPPCO RCBP”) was a non-contributory, trustee-administered pension plan.  The benefit formula for all eligible employees was a cash balance formula.  Under a cash balance formula, a plan participant accumulated a retirement benefit based upon pay credits and current interest credits.  The pay credits were based on a participant’s salary, age and service.  We used a December 31 measurement date for this plan.

Effective May 31, 2005, participation in the TEPPCO RCBP was frozen, and no new participants were eligible to be covered by the plan after that date.  Effective June 1, 2005, EPCO adopted the TEPPCO RCBP for the benefit of its employees providing services to us.  Effective December 31, 2005, all plan benefits accrued were frozen, participants received no additional pay credits after that date, and all plan participants were 100% vested regardless of their years of service.  The TEPPCO RCBP plan was terminated effective December 31, 2005, and plan participants had the option to receive their benefits either through a lump sum payment or through an annuity.  In April 2006, we received a determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) providing IRS approval of the plan termination.  For those plan participants who elected to receive an annuity, we purchased an annuity contract from an insurance company in which the plan participants own the annuity, absolving us of any future obligation to the participants.

In accordance with SFAS No. 88, Employers’ Accounting for Settlements and Curtailments of Defined Benefit Pension Plans and for Termination Benefits, we recorded settlement charges of approximately $0.1 million and $3.5 million during the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006, respectively, relating to the TEPPCO RCBP for any existing unrecognized losses upon the plan termination and final distribution of the assets to the plan participants.  As of December 31, 2008, all benefit obligations to TEPPCO RCBP plan participants have been settled.  During the first quarter of 2008, the remaining balance of the TEPPCO RCBP was transferred to an EPCO benefit plan.

The components of net pension benefits costs for the TEPPCO RCBP for the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006 were as follows:
 

   
For Year Ended
December 31,
 
   
2007
   
2006
 
Interest cost on projected benefit obligation
  $ 14     $ 891  
Expected return on plan assets                                                                   
    103       (412 )
Recognized net actuarial loss                                                                   
    38       135  
SFAS 88 settlement charge                                                                   
    87       3,545  
Net pension benefits costs                                                               
  $ 242     $ 4,159  

The weighted average assumptions used to determine net periodic benefit cost for the TEPPCO RCBP for the year ended December 31, 2007, were a discount rate of 4.73% and an expected long-term rate of return on plan assets of 2%.
 
 
 
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The following table sets forth our pension benefits changes in benefit obligation, fair value of plan assets and funded status as of December 31, 2007:

Change in benefit obligation
     
Benefit obligation at January 1, 2007               
  $ 477  
Interest cost 
    14  
Actuarial loss
    60  
Benefits paid 
    (534 )
Impact of settlement
    (17 )
Benefit obligation at December 31, 2007       
  $ --  
Change in plan assets
       
Fair value of plan assets at January 1, 2007    
  $ 1,311  
Actual return on plan assets
    (72 )
Benefits paid
    (534 )
Impact of settlement
    (46 )
Fair value of plan assets at December 31, 2007
  $ 659  
Funded status                                                                                              
  $ 659  
Amount Recognized in the Balance Sheet:
       
  Noncurrent assets
  $ 659  
Net pension asset at December 31, 2007
  $ 659  
         

Amount Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income:
     
  Net actuarial loss 
  $ 57  
  Amortization of net actuarial gain 
    (124 )
Total recognized in other comprehensive income
  $ (67 )
 
Plan Assets

At December 31, 2007, all plan assets for the TEPPCO RCBP were invested in money market securities.
 
Other Plans
 
EPCO maintains defined contribution plans for the benefit of employees providing services to us, and we reimburse EPCO for the cost of maintaining these plans in accordance with the ASA (see Note 15 for additional information related to the costs and expenses allocated to us for employee benefits).
 
 
 
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NOTE 6.   FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

The following table presents the estimated fair values of our financial instruments at December 31, 2008 and 2007:
 
   
December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
 
   
Carrying
   
Fair
   
Carrying
   
Fair
 
Financial Instruments
 
Value
   
Value
   
Value
   
Value
 
                         
Financial assets:
                       
   Cash and cash equivalents (1)
  $ 28     $ 28     $ 23     $ 23  
Accounts receivable (1) 
    790,374       790,374       1,381,871       1,381,871  
Commodity financial instruments (2) (3)
    15,711       15,711       10,458       10,458  
Interest rate swaps (3) (4) 
    --       --       254       254  
Financial liabilities:
                               
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (1)
    792,469       792,469       1,413,447       1,413,447  
Fixed-rate debt (principal amount) (5)
    2,000,000       1,553,218       1,355,000       1,370,830  
Variable-rate debt (6)
    516,654       516,654       490,000       490,000  
Commodity financial instruments (2) (3)
    15,708       15,708       29,355       29,355  
Treasury rate locks (3) (4)
    --       --       25,296       25,296  
_______________

(1)  
Cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable and accounts payable and accrued liabilities are carried at amounts which reasonably approximate their fair values due to their short-term nature.
(2)  
Represents commodity financial instrument transactions that either have not settled or have settled and not been invoiced.  Settled and invoiced transactions are reflected in either accounts receivable or accounts payable depending on the outcome of the transaction.
(3)  
The fair values associated with our interest rate and commodity hedging portfolios were developed using available market information and appropriate valuation techniques.
(4)  
Represents interest rate hedging financial instrument transactions that have not settled.  Settled transactions are reflected in either accounts receivable or accounts payable depending on the outcome of the transaction.
(5)  
The estimated fair values of our fixed rate debt are based on quoted market prices for such debt or debt of similar terms and maturities (see Note 12).
(6)  
The carrying amount of our variable-rate debt obligation reasonably approximates its fair value due to its variable interest rate.

Fair value is generally defined as the amount at which a financial instrument could be exchanged in a current transaction between willing parties, not in a forced or liquidation sale.  The estimated fair values of our financial instruments have been determined using available market information and appropriate valuation techniques.  We must use considerable judgment, however, in interpreting market data and developing these estimates.  Accordingly, our fair value estimates are not necessarily indicative of the amounts that we could realize upon disposition of these instruments.  The use of different market assumptions and/or estimation techniques could have a material effect on our estimates of fair value.
 
We are exposed to financial market risks, including changes in commodity prices and interest rates.  We do not have foreign exchange risks.  We may use financial instruments (i.e., futures, forwards, swaps, options and other financial instruments with similar characteristics) to mitigate the risks of certain identifiable and anticipated transactions.  In general, the type of risks we attempt to hedge are those related to fair values of certain debt instruments and cash flows resulting from changes in applicable interest rates or commodity prices.

We routinely review our outstanding financial instruments in light of current market conditions.  If market conditions warrant, some financial instruments may be closed out in advance of their contractual settlement dates, resulting in the realization of income or loss depending on the specific hedging criteria.  When this occurs, we may enter into a new financial instrument to reestablish the hedge to which the closed instrument relates.
 
 
 
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Interest Rate Risk Hedging Program
 
Our interest rate exposure results from variable and fixed interest rate borrowings under various debt agreements.  From time to time we utilize interest rate swaps and similar arrangements to manage a portion of our interest rate exposure, which allow us to convert a portion of fixed rate debt into variable rate debt or a portion of variable rate debt into fixed rate debt.  At December 31, 2008, there were no interest related financial instruments outstanding.
 
      Fair Value Hedges – Interest Rate Swaps
 
In January 2006, we entered into interest rate swap agreements with a total notional value of $200.0 million to hedge our exposure to increases in the benchmark interest rate underlying our variable rate revolving credit facility.  Under the swap agreements, we paid a fixed rate of interest ranging from 4.67% to 4.695% and received a floating rate based on the three-month U.S. Dollar LIBOR rate.  At December 31, 2007, the fair value of these interest rate swaps was an asset of $0.3 million.  These interest rate swaps expired in January 2008.
 
In October 2001, TE Products entered into an interest rate swap agreement to hedge its exposure to changes in the fair value of its fixed rate 7.51% Senior Notes due 2028. This swap agreement, designated as a fair value hedge, had a notional value of $210.0 million and was set to mature in January 2028 to match the principal and maturity of the TE Products Senior Notes.  During the years ended December 31, 2007 and 2006, we recognized reductions in interest expense of $0.5 million and $1.9 million, respectively, related to the difference between the fixed rate and the floating rate of interest on the interest rate swap.  In September 2007, we terminated this swap agreement, resulting in a loss of $1.2 million.  This loss was deferred as an adjustment to the carrying value of the 7.51% Senior Notes, and approximately $0.2 million of the loss was amortized to interest expense in 2007, with the remaining $1.0 million recognized in interest expense in January 2008 at the time the 7.51% Senior Notes were redeemed (see Note 12).
 
           During 2002, we entered into interest rate swap agreements, designated as fair value hedges, to hedge our exposure to changes in the fair value of our fixed rate 7.625% Senior Notes due 2012. The swap agreements had a combined notional value of $500.0 million and were set to mature in 2012 to match the principal and maturity of the underlying debt. These swap agreements were terminated in 2002 resulting in deferred gains of $44.9 million, which are being amortized using the effective interest method as reductions to future interest expense over the remaining term of the 7.625% Senior Notes. At December 31, 2008 and 2007, the unamortized balance of the deferred gains was $18.1 million and $23.2 million, respectively. In the event of early extinguishment of the 7.625% Senior Notes, any remaining unamortized gains would be recognized in the statement of consolidated income at the time of extinguishment.
 
Cash Flow Hedges – Treasury Locks

At times, we may use treasury lock financial instruments to hedge the underlying U.S. treasury rates related to anticipated debt incurrence.  Gains or losses on the termination of such instruments are amortized to earnings using the effective interest method over the estimated term of the underlying fixed-rate debt.  Each of our treasury lock transactions was designated as a cash flow hedge under SFAS No. 133 as amended and interpreted.
 
In October 2006 and February 2007, we entered into treasury lock agreements, accounted for as cash flow hedges, which extended through June 2007 for a notional value totaling $300.0 million. In May 2007, these treasury locks were terminated concurrent with the issuance of junior subordinated notes (see Note 12). The termination of the treasury locks resulted in gains of $1.4 million, and these gains were recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income. These gains are being amortized using the effective interest method as reductions to future interest expense over the term of the forecasted fixed rate interest payments, which is ten years.  Over the next twelve months, we expect to reclassify $0.1 million of accumulated other comprehensive income that was generated
 
 
 
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by these treasury locks as a reduction to interest expense. In the event of early extinguishment of the junior subordinated notes, any remaining unamortized gains would be recognized in the statement of consolidated income at the time of extinguishment.

In 2007, we entered into treasury locks, accounted for as cash flow hedges, which extended through January 31, 2008 for a notional value totaling $600.0 million. At December 31, 2007, the fair value of the treasury locks was a liability of $25.3 million. In January 2008, these treasury locks were extended through April 30, 2008. In March 2008, these treasury locks were settled concurrently with the issuance of senior notes (see Note 12). The settlement of the treasury locks resulted in losses of $52.1 million, and these losses were recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income. We recognized approximately $3.6 million of this loss in interest expense as a result of interest payments hedged under the treasury locks not occurring as forecasted. The remaining losses are being amortized using the effective interest method as increases to future interest expense over the terms of the forecasted interest payments, which range from five to ten years. Over the next twelve months, we expect to reclassify $5.8 million of accumulated other comprehensive loss that was generated by these treasury locks as an increase to interest expense. In the event of early extinguishment of these senior notes, any remaining unamortized losses would be recognized in the statement of consolidated income at the time of extinguishment.

Commodity Risk Hedging Program

We seek to maintain a position that is substantially balanced between crude oil purchases and related sales and future delivery obligations.  As part of our crude oil marketing business, we enter into financial instruments such as swaps and other hedging instruments.  The purpose of such hedging activity is to either balance our inventory position or to lock in a profit margin.

At December 31, 2008, we had no commodity financial instruments that were accounted for as cash flow hedges.  At December 31, 2007, we had a limited number of commodity financial instruments that were accounted for as cash flow hedges.  Gains and losses on financial instruments used in cash flow hedges are offset against corresponding gains or losses of the hedged item and are deferred through other comprehensive income, thus minimizing exposure to cash flow risk.  No ineffectiveness was recognized as of December 31, 2008.  In addition, we had some commodity financial instruments that did not qualify for hedge accounting.  These financial instruments had a minimal impact on our earnings.  The fair values of the open positions at December 31, 2008 and 2007 was an asset of $3 thousand and a liability of $18.9 million, respectively.

Adoption of SFAS 157 – Fair Value Measurements

On January 1, 2008, we adopted the provisions of SFAS No. 157 that apply to financial assets and liabilities.  We adopted the provisions of SFAS 157 that apply to nonfinancial assets and liabilities on January 1, 2009.  SFAS 157 defines fair value as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.
 
Our fair value estimates are based on either (i) actual market data or (ii) assumptions that other market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability.  These assumptions include estimates of risk.  Recognized valuation techniques employ inputs such as product prices, operating costs, discount factors and business growth rates.   These inputs may be either readily observable, corroborated by market data, or generally unobservable.  In developing our estimates of fair value, we endeavor to utilize the best information available and apply market-based data to the extent possible.  Accordingly, we utilize valuation techniques (such as the market approach) that maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs.
 
SFAS 157 established a three-tier hierarchy that classifies fair value amounts recognized or disclosed in the financial statements based on the observability of inputs used to estimate such fair values.  The hierarchy considers fair value amounts based on observable inputs (Levels 1 and 2) to be more reliable and predictable than those based
 
 
 
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primarily on unobservable inputs (Level 3).  At each balance sheet reporting date, we categorize our financial assets and liabilities using this hierarchy.  The characteristics of fair value amounts classified within each level of the SFAS 157 hierarchy are described as follows:
 
§  
Level 1 fair values are based on quoted prices, which are available in active markets for identical assets or liabilities as of the measurement date.  Active markets are defined as those in which transactions for identical assets or liabilities occur in sufficient frequency so as to provide pricing information on an ongoing basis (e.g., the NYSE or New York Mercantile Exchange).  Level 1 primarily consists of financial assets and liabilities such as exchange-traded financial instruments, publicly-traded equity securities and U.S. government treasury securities.
 
§  
Level 2 fair values are based on pricing inputs other than quoted prices in active markets (as reflected in Level 1 fair values) and are either directly or indirectly observable as of the measurement date.  Level 2 fair values include instruments that are valued using financial models or other appropriate valuation methodologies.  Such financial models are primarily industry-standard models that consider various assumptions, including quoted forward prices for commodities, time value of money, volatility factors for stocks, and current market and contractual prices for the underlying instruments, as well as other relevant economic measures.  Substantially all of these assumptions are observable in the marketplace throughout the full term of the instrument, can be derived from observable data, or are validated by inputs other than quoted prices (e.g., interest rates and yield curves at commonly quoted intervals).  Level 2 includes non-exchange-traded instruments such as over-the-counter forward contracts, options, and repurchase agreements.
 
§  
Level 3 fair values are based on unobservable inputs.  Unobservable inputs are used to measure fair value to the extent that observable inputs are not available, thereby allowing for situations in which there is little, if any, market activity for the asset or liability at the measurement date.  Unobservable inputs reflect the reporting entity’s own ideas about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability (including assumptions about risk).  Unobservable inputs are based on the best information available in the circumstances, which might include the reporting entity’s internally-developed data.  The reporting entity must not ignore information about market participant assumptions that is reasonably available without undue cost and effort.  Level 3 inputs are typically used in connection with internally developed valuation methodologies where management makes its best estimate of an instrument’s fair value.  Level 3 generally includes specialized or unique financial instruments that are tailored to meet a customer’s specific needs.
 
The following table sets forth by level within the fair value hierarchy our financial assets and liabilities measured on a recurring basis at December 31, 2008.  These financial assets and liabilities are classified in their entirety based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement.  Our assessment of the significance of a particular input to the fair value measurement requires judgment, and may affect the valuation of the fair value assets and liabilities and their placement within the fair value hierarchy levels.  At December 31, 2008, we had no Level 1 financial assets and liabilities.

 
 
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Level 2
   
Level 3
   
Total
 
                   
Financial assets:
                 
Commodity financial instruments
  $ 15,488     $ 223     $ 15,711  
    Total
  $ 15,488     $ 223     $ 15,711  
Financial liabilities:
                       
Commodity financial instruments 
  $ 15,338     $ 370     $ 15,708  
    Total
  $ 15,338     $ 370     $ 15,708  
Net financial liabilities, Level 3 
          $ (147 )        

The determination of fair values above associated with our commodity financial instrument portfolios are developed using available market information and appropriate valuation techniques in accordance with SFAS 157.
 
The following table sets forth a reconciliation of changes in the fair value of our net financial assets and liabilities classified as Level 3 in the fair value hierarchy:
 
   
Net
 
   
Commodity
 
   
Financial
 
   
Instruments
 
Balance, January 1, 2008
  $ (394 )
Total gains included in net income (1)
    247  
Balance, December 31, 2008
  $ (147 )
_________
 
(1)  
Total commodity financial instrument gains, recognized in revenues and included in net income on our statements of consolidated income, was $0.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2008.
 
 
NOTE 7.   INVENTORIES

Inventories are valued at the lower of cost (based on weighted average cost method) or market.  The major components of inventories were as follows:
 
   
December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
 
             
Crude oil (1)
  $ 32,792     $ 44,542  
Refined products and LPGs (2)
    406       18,616  
Lubrication oils and specialty chemicals
    11,127       9,160  
Materials and supplies 
    8,581       7,178  
NGLs
    --       803  
           Total                              
  $ 52,906     $ 80,299  
_____________________

(1)  
At December 31, 2008 and 2007, $30.7 million and $16.5 million, respectively, of our crude oil inventory was subject to forward sales contracts.  Decrease in crude oil inventory is primarily due to a decrease in the market price of crude oil from December 31, 2007 to December 31, 2008.
(2)  
Refined products and LPGs inventory is managed on a combined basis.  Decrease in refined products and LPGs inventory is primarily due to sales of product inventory in 2008.
 
 
 
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Due to fluctuating commodity prices, we recognize lower of cost or market (“LCM”) adjustments when the carrying value of our inventories exceed their net realizable value.  These non-cash charges are a component of costs and expenses in the period they are recognized. For the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, we recognized LCM adjustments of approximately $12.3 million, $0.8 million and $1.7 million, respectively.

 
NOTE 8.   PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
 
Major categories of property, plant and equipment at December 31, 2008 and 2007, were as follows:
 
   
Estimated
             
   
Useful Life
   
December 31,
 
   
In Years
   
2008
   
2007
 
Plants and pipelines (1)  
    5-40 (4)     $ 1,919,646     $ 1,810,195  
Underground and other storage facilities (2)
    5-40 (5)       296,806       254,677  
Transportation equipment (3) 
    5-10       11,303       7,780  
Marine vessels 
    20-30       453,041       --  
Land and right of way   
            143,823       117,628  
Construction work in progress 
            294,075       185,579  
Total property, plant and equipment
            3,118,694       2,375,859  
Less accumulated depreciation 
            678,784       582,225  
Property, plant and equipment, net
          $ 2,439,910     $ 1,793,634  
_____________________

(1)  
Plants and pipelines include refined products, LPGs, NGL, petrochemical, crude oil and natural gas pipelines; terminal loading and unloading facilities; office furniture and equipment; buildings, laboratory and shop equipment; and related assets.
(2)  
Underground and other storage facilities include underground product storage caverns, storage tanks and other related assets.
(3)  
Transportation equipment includes vehicles and similar assets used in our operations.
(4)  
The estimated useful lives of major components of this category are as follows:  pipelines, 20-40 years (with some equipment at 5 years); terminal facilities, 10-40 years; office furniture and equipment, 5-10 years; buildings 20-40 years; and laboratory and shop equipment, 5-40 years.
(5)  
The estimated useful lives of major components of this category are as follows:  underground storage facilities, 20-40 years (with some components at 5 years) and storage tanks, 20-30 years.

The following table summarizes our depreciation expense and capitalized interest amounts for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006:
 
   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
                   
Depreciation expense (1)
  $ 96,252     $ 81,093     $ 78,888  
Capitalized interest (2)
    19,170       11,030       10,681  
_________________________
 
(1)  
Depreciation expense is a component of depreciation and amortization expense as presented in our statements of consolidated income.
(2)  
Capitalized interest increases the carrying value of the associated asset and reduces interest expense during the period it is recorded.
 
Asset Retirement Obligations

We have conditional AROs related to the retirement of the Val Verde natural gas gathering system and to structural restoration work to be completed on leased office space that is required upon our anticipated office lease termination.
 
 
 
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The following table presents information regarding our AROs:
 
ARO liability balance, December 31, 2006
  $ 1,228  
  Accretion expense  
    118  
ARO liability balance, December 31, 2007 
    1,346  
  Accretion expense  
    128  
ARO liability balance, December 31, 2008
  $ 1,474  

Property, plant and equipment at December 31, 2008, includes $0.5 million of asset retirement costs capitalized as an increase in the associated long-lived asset.  Additionally, based on information currently available, we estimate that accretion expense will approximate $0.1 million for 2009, $0.2 million for 2010, $0.2 million for 2011, $0.2 million for 2012 and $0.2 million for 2013.

 
NOTE 9 INVESTMENTS IN UNCONSOLIDATED AFFILIATES
 
We own interests in related businesses that are accounted for using the equity method of accounting.  These investments are identified below by reporting business segment (see Note 14 for a general discussion of our business segments).  The following table presents our investments in unconsolidated affiliates as of December 31, 2008 and 2007:
 

   
Ownership Percentage at
       
   
December 31,
   
December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2008
   
2007
 
                   
Downstream Segment:
                 
Centennial 
    50.0%     $ 71,841     $ 78,962  
Other
    25.0%       332       362  
Upstream Segment:
                       
Seaway
    50.0%       190,129       188,650  
Texas Offshore Port System
    33.3%       35,915       --  
Midstream Segment:
                       
Jonah 
    80.64%       957,706       879,021  
          Total 
          $ 1,255,923     $ 1,146,995  


 
The following table summarizes equity earnings (losses) by business segment for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006:
 
   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
                   
Equity earnings (losses):
                 
Downstream Segment (1)
  $ (14,603 )   $ (12,396 )   $ (8,018 )
Upstream Segment 
    11,693       2,602       11,905  
Midstream Segment 
    90,004       83,060       35,052  
Intersegment eliminations
    (4,401 )     (4,511 )     (2,178 )
       Total equity earnings
  $ 82,693     $ 68,755     $ 36,761  
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(1)  
On March 1, 2007, we sold our ownership interest in Mont Belvieu Storage Partners, L.P. (“MB Storage”) to Louis Dreyfus Energy Services L.P. (“Louis Dreyfus”) (see Note 10).
 
 
 
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On a quarterly basis, we monitor the underlying business fundamentals of our investments in unconsolidated affiliates and test such investments for impairment when impairment indicators are present.  As a result of our reviews for the year ended December 31, 2008, no impairment charges were required.  We have the intent and ability to hold these investments, which are integral to our operations.

Centennial

TE Products owns a 50% ownership interest in Centennial, and Marathon Petroleum Company LLC (“Marathon”) owns the remaining 50% interest. Centennial owns an interstate refined petroleum products pipeline extending from the upper Texas Gulf Coast to central Illinois.  Marathon operates the mainline Centennial pipeline, and TE Products operates the Beaumont origination point and the Creal Springs terminal. During the year ended December 31, 2008, we did not invest any funds in Centennial.  During the year ended December 31, 2007, TE Products contributed $11.1 million to Centennial, of which $6.1 million was for contractual obligations that were created upon formation of Centennial and $5.0 million was for debt service requirements.  During the year ended December 31, 2006, TE Products contributed $2.5 million to Centennial.  TE Products has received no cash distributions from Centennial since its formation.

Seaway

Through one of our indirect wholly owned subsidiaries, we own a 50% ownership interest in Seaway.  The remaining 50% interest is owned by ConocoPhillips.  We operate and commercially manage the Seaway assets.  Seaway owns pipelines and terminals that carry imported, offshore and domestic onshore crude oil from a marine terminal at Freeport, Texas, to Cushing, Oklahoma, and from a marine terminal at Texas City, Texas, to refineries in the Texas City and Houston, Texas, areas.  Seaway also has a connection to our South Texas system that allows it to receive both onshore and offshore domestic crude oil in the Texas Gulf Coast area for delivery to Cushing.  The Seaway Crude Pipeline Company Partnership Agreement provides for varying participation ratios throughout the life of Seaway.  The sharing ratio (including the amount of distributions we receive) changed from 60% to 40% on March 12, 2006, and as such, our share of revenue and expense of Seaway was 47% for 2006.  Thereafter, we receive 40% of revenue and expense (and distributions) of Seaway.  During the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, we received distributions from Seaway of $13.8 million, $12.4 million and $20.5 million, respectively.  During the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, we did not invest any funds in Seaway. Our share of undistributed earnings of Seaway totaled approximately $1.4 million at December 31, 2008.

Texas Offshore Port System

In August 2008, we, together with Enterprise Products Partners and Oiltanking Holding Americas, Inc. (“Oiltanking”) formed Texas Offshore Port System, a joint venture to design, construct, operate and own a new Texas offshore crude oil port and pipeline system to facilitate delivery of waterborne crude oil to refining centers located along the upper Texas Gulf Coast.  The joint venture’s primary project, referred to as “TOPS,” includes (i) an offshore port (which will be located approximately 36 miles from Freeport, Texas), (ii) an onshore storage facility with approximately 3.9 million barrels of total crude oil storage capacity, and (iii) an 85-mile pipeline system that will have the capacity to deliver up to 1.8 million barrels per day of crude oil, that will extend from the offshore port to a storage facility near Texas City, Texas.  The joint venture’s complementary project, referred to as the Port Arthur Crude Oil Express (“PACE”) will transport crude oil from Texas City, including crude oil from TOPS, and will consist of a 75-mile pipeline and 1.2 million barrels of crude oil storage capacity in the Port Arthur, Texas area.  Development of the TOPS and PACE projects is supported by long-term contracts with affiliates of Motiva Enterprises, LLC and Exxon Mobil Corporation, which have committed a combined 725,000 barrels per day of crude oil to the projects.  The timing of the construction and related capital costs of the TOPS and PACE projects will be affected by the acquisition of requisite permits.

We, Enterprise Products Partners and Oiltanking each own, through our respective subsidiaries, a one-third interest in the joint venture.  A subsidiary of Enterprise Products Partners acts as construction manager and will act
 
 
 
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as operator. The aggregate cost of the TOPS and PACE projects is expected to be approximately $1.8 billion (excluding capitalized interest), with the majority of such capital expenditures currently expected to occur in 2010 and 2011.  We and an affiliate of Enterprise Products Partners have each guaranteed up to approximately $700.0 million, which includes a contingency amount for potential cost overruns, of the capital contribution obligations of our respective subsidiary partners in the joint venture.  At December 31, 2008, we have invested $36.0 million in the joint venture.

Jonah
 
Enterprise Products Partners, through its affiliate, Enterprise Gas Processing, LLC, is our joint venture partner in Jonah, the partnership through which we have owned our interest in the system serving the Jonah and Pinedale fields in the greater Green River Basin in southwestern Wyoming.  The joint venture is governed by a management committee comprised of two representatives approved by Enterprise Products Partners and two representatives approved by us, each with equal voting power.  Enterprise Products Partners serves as operator.  In June 2008, Jonah completed the Phase V expansion, which increased the combined system capacity of the Jonah and Pinedale fields from 1.5 billion cubic feet (“Bcf”) per day to 2.35 Bcf per day.  The increased capacity from the expansion has reduced system operating pressures and increased production rates and ultimate reserve recoveries.  Enterprise Products Partners managed the Phase V construction project.  

From August 1, 2006 through July 2007, we and Enterprise Products Partners equally shared the costs of the Phase V expansion, and Enterprise Products Partners shared in the incremental cash flow resulting from the operation of those new facilities.  During August 2007, with the completion of the first portion of the expansion, we and Enterprise Products Partners began sharing joint venture cash distributions and earnings based on a formula that takes into account the capital contributions of the parties, including expenditures by us prior to the expansion.  Based on this formula in the partnership agreement, beginning in August 2007, our ownership interest in Jonah was approximately 80.64%, and Enterprise Products Partners’ ownership interest in Jonah was approximately 19.36%.  Amounts exceeding an agreed upon base cost estimate of $415.2 million were shared 19.36% by Enterprise Products Partners and 80.64% by us.  Our ownership interest in Jonah is currently anticipated to remain at 80.64%.  Through December 31, 2008, we have reimbursed Enterprise Products Partners $306.5 million ($44.9 million in 2008, $152.2 million in 2007 and $109.4 million in 2006) for our share of the Phase V cost incurred by it (including its cost of capital incurred prior to the formation of the joint venture of $1.3 million).  At December 31, 2008 and 2007, we had payables to Enterprise Products Partners for costs incurred of $1.0 million and $9.9 million, respectively.
 
In early 2008, Jonah began an expansion of the portion of its system serving the Pinedale field, which is expected to further increase the combined system capacity of the Jonah and Pinedale fields from 2.35 Bcf per day to approximately 2.55 Bcf per day.  This project will include an additional 17,000 horsepower of compression at the Paradise and Bird Canyon stations in Sublette County, Wyoming and involve construction of approximately 52 miles of 30-inch and 24-inch diameter pipelines.  This expansion is expected to be completed in phases, with final completion expected in early 2009.  The total anticipated cost of this system expansion is expected to be approximately $125.0 million.  Our share of the costs of the construction is expected to be 80.64%, and Enterprise Products Partners’ share is expected to be 19.36%.  Enterprise Products Partners is managing this construction project.
 
During the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, we received distributions from Jonah of $132.2 million, $100.0 million and $0, respectively.  The 2007 amount included $11.6 million of distributions declared in 2006 and paid during the first quarter of 2007.  During the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, we invested cash of $129.8 million, $187.5 million and $121.0 million, respectively, in Jonah.
 
 
 
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Summarized Financial Information of Unconsolidated Affiliates

Summarized combined income statement data by reporting segment for the years ended December 31, 2008 and 2007 is presented below (on a 100% basis):

   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
   
Revenues
   
Operating Income
   
Net
Income (Loss)
   
Revenues
   
Operating Income
   
Net
Income
   
Revenues
   
Operating Income
   
Net
Income (Loss)
 
Downstream Segment (1)
  $ 39,109     $ 6,335     $ (4,428 )   $ 56,816     $ 13,156     $ 2,365     $ 73,124     $ 10,374     $ (583 )
Upstream Segment
    93,878       45,783       45,969       67,337       21,266       21,589       87,284       34,206       34,608  
Midstream Segment (2)
    232,825       111,070       111,791       204,146       92,212       93,120       79,618       34,646       34,743  
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(1)  
On March 1, 2007, we sold our ownership interest in MB Storage to Louis Dreyfus (see Note 10).
(2)  
Effective August 1, 2006, with the formation of a joint venture with Enterprise Products Partners, Jonah was deconsolidated and has been subsequently accounted for as an equity investment.

Summarized combined balance sheet information by reporting segment as of December 31, 2008 and 2007, is presented below:
 
   
December 31, 2008
 
   
Current
 Assets
   
Noncurrent
Assets
   
Current Liabilities
   
Long-term Debt
   
Noncurrent
Liabilities
   
Equity
 
                                     
Downstream Segment
  $ 12,870     $ 239,414     $ 20,673     $ 120,000     $ 358     $ 111,253  
Upstream Segment (1)
    52,423       338,616       11,155       --       22       379,862  
Midstream Segment
    53,810       1,163,257       28,224       --       378       1,188,465  

   
December 31, 2007
 
   
Current
 Assets
   
Noncurrent
Assets
   
Current Liabilities
   
Long-term Debt
   
Noncurrent
Liabilities
   
Equity
 
                                     
Downstream Segment
  $ 20,864     $ 248,896     $ 23,814     $ 129,900     $ 365     $ 115,681  
Upstream Segment
    16,429       251,635       6,457       --       38       261,569  
Midstream Segment
    55,396       1,065,304       22,545       --       264       1,097,891  
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(1)  
Includes our ownership interest in Texas Offshore Port System as of December 31, 2008.

 
NOTE 10.   ACQUISITIONS, DISPOSITIONS AND DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
 
Acquisitions

Cenac

On February 1, 2008, we, through our subsidiary, TEPPCO Marine Services, entered the marine transportation business for refined products, crude oil and condensate.  We acquired transportation assets and certain intangible assets that comprised the marine transportation business of Cenac Towing Co., Inc. (“Cenac Towing”), Cenac Offshore, L.L.C. and Mr. Arlen B. Cenac, Jr., the sole owner of Cenac Towing Co., Inc. and Cenac Offshore, L.L.C. (collectively, “Cenac”).  The aggregate value of total consideration we paid or issued to complete the Cenac acquisition was $444.7 million, which consisted of $258.2 million in cash and 4,854,899 newly issued Units.  
 
 
 
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Additionally, we assumed $63.2 million of Cenac’s long-term debt in this transaction.  On February 1, 2008, we repaid the $63.2 million of assumed debt in full with borrowings under our term credit agreement (see Note 12).
 
The following table summarizes the components of total consideration paid or issued in this transaction.

Cash payment for Cenac acquisition 
  $ 256,593  
Fair value of our 4,854,899 Units
    186,558  
Other cash acquisition costs paid to third-parties
    1,589  
    Total consideration 
  $ 444,740  

We financed the cash portion of the consideration with borrowings under our term credit agreement (see Note 12).  In accordance with purchase accounting, the value of our Units issued in connection with the Cenac acquisition was based on the average closing price of such Units immediately prior to and on the day of February 1, 2008.  For the purpose of this calculation, the average closing price was $38.43 per Unit.

We acquired 42 tow boats, 89 tank barges and the economic benefit of certain related commercial agreements.  This business serves refineries and storage terminals along the Mississippi, Illinois and Ohio rivers, and the Intracoastal Waterway between Texas and Florida.  These assets also gather crude oil from production facilities and platforms along the U.S. Gulf Coast and in the Gulf of Mexico.  This acquisition is a natural extension of our existing assets and complements two of our core franchise businesses:  the transportation and storage of refined products and the gathering, transportation and storage of crude oil.

The results of operations for the Cenac acquisition are included in our consolidated financial statements beginning at the date of acquisition, in a newly created business segment, Marine Services Segment.  Our fleet of acquired tow boats and tank barges will continue to be operated by employees of Cenac under a transitional operating agreement with TEPPCO Marine Services for a period of up to two years following the acquisition.  These operations will remain headquartered in Houma, Louisiana during such time.
 
The purchase agreement gives us the right to repurchase the approximately 4.9 million Units issued in the transaction in connection with proposed sales thereof by Cenac and specified related persons for 10 years.  If we or any of our affiliates sell any of the assets acquired from Cenac Towing prior to June 30, 2018 and recognize certain “built-in gains” for federal income tax purposes that are allocable to Cenac Towing, we have indemnification obligations under the purchase agreement to pay Cenac Towing an amount generally intended to compensate for the incremental level of double taxation imposed on Cenac Towing as a result of the sale.  The purchase agreement prohibits Cenac from competing with our marine services business for two years or from soliciting employees and service providers of TEPPCO Marine Services and its affiliates for four years.  The purchase agreement contains other customary representations, warranties, covenants and indemnification provisions.
 
This acquisition was accounted for using the purchase method of accounting and, accordingly, the cost has been allocated to assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on estimated fair values.  Such fair values have been developed using recognized business valuation techniques.
 
 
 
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The following table summarizes estimated fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the date of acquisition.

Property, plant and equipment 
  $ 360,146  
Intangible assets 
    63,500  
Other assets 
    2,726  
         Total assets acquired  
    426,372  
 
Long-term debt
    (63,157 )
         Total liabilities assumed 
    (63,157 )
         Total assets acquired less liabilities assumed
    363,215  
         Total consideration given 
    444,740  
Goodwill 
  $ 81,525  
 
The $63.5 million fair value of acquired intangible assets represents customer relationships and non-compete agreements.  Customer relationship intangible assets represent the estimated economic value attributable to certain relationships acquired in connection with the Cenac acquisition whereby (i) we acquired information about or access to customers and now have regular contact with them and (ii) the customers now have the ability to make direct contact with us.  In this context, customer relationships arise from contractual arrangements (such as transportation contracts) and through means other than contracts, such as regular contact by sales or service representative.  The values assigned to these intangible assets are amortized to earnings on a straight-line basis over the expected period of economic benefit, which ranges from 2 to 20 years.

Of the $444.7 million in consideration we paid or issued to complete the Cenac acquisition, $81.5 million has been assigned to goodwill.  Management attributes the value of this goodwill to potential future benefits we expect to realize as a result of acquiring these assets.

Since the closing date of the Cenac acquisition was February 1, 2008, our statements of consolidated income do not include any earnings from these assets prior to this date.  The following table presents selected pro forma earnings information for the years ended December 31, 2008 and 2007 as if the Cenac acquisition had been completed on January 1, 2008 and 2007, respectively, instead of February 1, 2008.  This information was prepared based on financial data available to us and reflects certain estimates and assumptions made by our management.  Our pro forma financial information is not necessarily indicative of what our consolidated financial results would have been had the Cenac acquisition actually occurred on January 1, 2007 or 2008.
 
   
For the Year Ended
December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
 
             
Pro forma earnings data:
           
  Revenues 
  $ 13,544,440     $ 9,762,597  
  Costs and expenses
    13,288,363       9,502,334  
  Operating income
    256,077       260,263  
  Net income
    195,626       282,902  
                 
Basic and diluted earnings per Unit:
               
  Units outstanding, as reported 
    97,530       89,850  
  Units outstanding, pro forma  
    100,000       94,690  
  Basic and diluted earnings per Unit, as reported
  $ 1.65     $ 2.60  
  Basic and diluted earnings per Unit, pro forma
  $ 1.63     $ 2.50  
 
 
 
 
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Horizon

On February 29, 2008, we expanded our Marine Services Segment with the acquisition of marine assets from Horizon Maritime, L.L.C. (“Horizon”), a privately-held Houston-based company and an affiliate of Mr. Cenac for $80.8 million in cash.  We acquired 7 tow boats, 17 tank barges, rights to two tow boats under construction and certain related commercial and other agreements (or the associated economic benefits).  In April 2008, we paid $3.0 million to Horizon pursuant to the purchase agreement upon delivery of one of the tow boats under construction, and in June 2008, we paid $3.8 million upon delivery of the second tow boat.  The acquired vessels transport asphalt, heavy fuel oil and other heated oil products to storage facilities and refineries along the Mississippi, Illinois and Ohio Rivers, and the Intracoastal Waterway.  We financed the acquisition with borrowings under our term credit agreement.
 
The results of operations for the Horizon acquisition are included in our consolidated financial statements beginning at the date of acquisition, in our Marine Services Segment.  This acquisition was accounted for using the purchase method of accounting and, accordingly, the cost has been allocated to assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on estimated fair values.  Such fair values have been developed using recognized business valuation techniques.  The following table summarizes estimated fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the date of acquisition.
 
Property, plant and equipment 
  $ 71,216  
Intangible assets
    6,500  
Other assets  
    981  
         Total assets acquired  
    78,697  
         
         Total consideration given
    87,584  
Goodwill 
  $ 8,887  

The $6.5 million fair value of acquired intangible assets represents customer relationships and non-compete agreements.  Customer relationship intangible assets represent the estimated economic value attributable to certain relationships acquired in connection with the Horizon acquisition whereby (i) we acquired information about or access to customers and now have regular contact with them and (ii) the customers now have the ability to make direct contact with us.  In this context, customer relationships arise from contractual arrangements (such as transportation contracts) and through means other than contracts, such as regular contact by sales or service representative.  The values assigned to these intangible assets are amortized to earnings on a straight-line basis over the expected period of economic benefit, which ranges from 2 to 9 years.

Of the $87.6 million in consideration we paid to complete the acquisition of the Horizon business, $8.9 million has been assigned to goodwill.  Management attributes the value of this goodwill to potential future benefits we expect to realize as a result of acquiring these assets and further expanding our Marine Services Segment.

Lubrication and Other Fuel Oil Assets

On August 1, 2008, we purchased lubrication and other fuel oil assets, located in Wyoming, from Quality Petroleum, Inc. for approximately $6.8 million, which includes $1.3 million related to a non-compete agreement.  The assets, included in our Upstream Segment, consist of operating inventory, buildings, land and various equipment and the assignment of certain distributor agreements.  We funded the purchase through borrowings under our revolving credit facility, and we allocated the purchase price primarily to property, plant and equipment, goodwill, inventory and intangible assets.  We recorded $0.7 million of goodwill related to this acquisition.
 
 
 
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Cavern Assets
 
On July 31, 2007, we purchased assets from Duke Energy Ohio, Inc. and Ohio River Valley Propane, LLC for approximately $6.1 million.  The assets, included in our Downstream Segment, consist of an active 170,000 barrel LPG storage cavern, the associated piping and related equipment and a one bay truck rack.  These assets are located adjacent to our Todhunter facility near Middleton, Ohio and are connected to our existing LPG pipeline.  We funded the purchase through borrowings under our revolving credit facility, and we allocated the purchase price to property, plant and equipment.
 
     Crude Oil Pipeline Assets
 
On September 27, 2007, we purchased assets from Shell Pipeline Company LP for approximately $6.8 million.  The assets, included in our Upstream Segment, consisted of approximately 44 miles of pipeline in South Texas and related equipment.  We funded the purchase through borrowings under our revolving credit facility, and we allocated the purchase price to property, plant and equipment.

Dispositions

MB Storage and Other Related Assets

On March 1, 2007, TE Products sold its 49.5% ownership interest in MB Storage, its 50% ownership interest in Mont Belvieu Venture, LLC (the general partner of MB Storage) and other related assets to Louis Dreyfus for a total of approximately $155.8 million in cash, which includes approximately $18.5 million for other TE Products assets.  This sale was in compliance with the October 2006 order and consent agreement with the FTC and was completed in accordance with the terms and conditions approved by the FTC in February 2007.  We used the proceeds from the transaction to partially fund our 2007 portion of the Jonah Phase V expansion and other organic growth projects.  We recognized gains of approximately $59.6 million and $13.2 million related to the sale of our equity interests and other related assets of TE Products, respectively, which are included in gain on sale of ownership interest in MB Storage and gain on the sale of assets, respectively, in our statements of consolidated income.
 
In accordance with a transition services agreement between TE Products and Louis Dreyfus, TE Products provides certain administrative services to MB Storage for a period of up to two years after the sale, for a fee equal to 110% of the direct costs and expenses TE Products and its affiliates incur to provide the transition services to MB Storage.  Payments for these services are made according to the terms specified in the transition services agreement.

Other Refined Products Assets
 
On January 23, 2007, we sold a 10-mile, 18-inch diameter segment of pipeline to an affiliate of Enterprise Products Partners for approximately $8.0 million in cash.  These assets were part of our Downstream Segment and had a net book value of approximately $2.5 million.  The sales proceeds were used to fund construction of a replacement pipeline in the area, in which the new pipeline provides greater operational capability and flexibility.  We recognized a gain of approximately $5.5 million on this transaction, which is included in gain on sale of assets in our statements of consolidated income.
 
Discontinued Operations

     Pioneer Plant
 
On March 31, 2006, we sold our ownership interest in the Pioneer silica gel natural gas processing plant located near Opal, Wyoming, together with Jonah’s rights to process natural gas originating from the Jonah and
 
 
 
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Pinedale fields, located in southwest Wyoming, to an affiliate of Enterprise Products Partners for $38.0 million in cash.  The Pioneer plant was not an integral part of our Midstream Segment operations, and natural gas processing is not a core business for us.  We have no continuing involvement in the operations or results of this plant.  This transaction was reviewed and recommended for approval by our ACG Committee and a fairness opinion was rendered by an investment banking firm.  The sales proceeds were used to fund organic growth projects, retire debt and for other general partnership purposes.  The carrying value of the Pioneer plant at March 31, 2006, prior to the sale, was $19.7 million.  Costs associated with the completion of the transaction were approximately $0.4 million.

A condensed statement of income for the Pioneer plant, which is classified as discontinued operations, for the year ended December 31, 2006, is presented below:
 
   
For Year Ended
 
   
December 31,
 
   
2006
 
Operating revenues:
     
  Sales of petroleum products
  $ 3,828  
  Other
    932  
Total operating revenues
    4,760  
         
Costs and expenses:
       
  Purchases of petroleum products
    3,000  
  Operating expense
    182  
  Depreciation and amortization
    51  
  Taxes – other than income taxes
    30  
Total costs and expenses
    3,263  
Income from discontinued operations
  $ 1,497  

Net operating cash provided by discontinued operations for the year ended December 31, 2006, is presented below:

   
For Year Ended
 
   
December 31,
 
   
2006
 
Cash flows from discontinued operations:
     
  Net income
  $ 19,369  
  Depreciation and amortization
    51  
  Gain on sale of Pioneer plant
    (17,872 )
  Increase in inventories
    (27 )
    Net operating cash provided by discontinued operations
  $ 1,521  
 
 
 
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NOTE 11.   INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL
 
Intangible Assets

The following table summarizes our intangible assets, including excess investments, being amortized at December 31, 2008 and 2007:
 
   
December 31, 2008
   
December 31, 2007
 
   
Gross Carrying
Amount
   
Accumulated
Amortization
   
Gross Carrying
Amount
   
Accumulated
Amortization
 
Intangible assets:
                       
Downstream Segment:
                       
   Transportation agreements
  $ 1,000     $ (408 )   $ 1,000     $ (358 )
   Other
    5,621       (764 )     4,927       (325 )
     Subtotal
    6,621       (1,172 )     5,927       (683 )
                                 
Upstream Segment:
                               
Transportation agreements
    888       (395 )     888       (335 )
Other
    10,580       (3,009 )     10,005       (3,046 )
  Subtotal
    11,468       (3,404 )     10,893       (3,381 )
                                 
Midstream Segment:
                               
Gathering agreements
    239,649       (125,811 )     239,649       (107,356 )
Fractionation agreements
    38,000       (20,425 )     38,000       (18,525 )
Other
    306       (164 )     306       (149 )
  Subtotal
    277,955       (146,400 )     277,955       (126,030 )
                                 
Marine Services Segment:
                               
Customer relationship intangibles
    51,320       (3,121 )     --       --  
Other
    18,680       (4,294 )     --       --  
  Subtotal
    70,000       (7,415 )     --       --  
    Total intangible assets
    366,044       (158,391 )     294,775       (130,094 )
                                 
Excess investments:  (1)
                               
Downstream Segment (2)
    33,390       (26,128 )     33,390       (21,861 )
Upstream Segment (3)
    26,908       (5,820 )     26,908       (5,135 )
Midstream Segment (4)
    12,580       (241 )     6,988       (95 )
          Subtotal
    72,878       (32,189 )     67,286       (27,091 )
                                 
    Total intangible assets, including
       excess investments
  $ 438,922     $ (190,580 )   $ 362,061     $ (157,185 )
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(1)  
Excess investments are included in “Equity Investments” in our consolidated balance sheets.
(2)  
Relates to our investment in Centennial.
(3)  
Relates to our investment in Seaway.
(4)  
Relates to our investment in Jonah.
 
 
 
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)

The following table presents the amortization expense of our intangible assets and excess investments by segment for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006:

   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
Intangible assets:
                 
Downstream Segment
  $ 489     $ 628     $ 59  
Upstream Segment
    698       652       716  
Midstream Segment
    20,370       22,734       28,044  
Marine Services Segment
    7,415       --       --  
           Subtotal
    28,972       24,014       28,819  
                         
Excess investments: (1)
                       
Downstream Segment
    4,267       5,282       3,632  
Upstream Segment
    685       685       686  
Midstream Segment
    146       95       --  
           Subtotal
    5,098       6,062       4,318  
                         
           Total amortization expense
  $ 34,070     $ 30,076     $ 33,137  
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(1)  
Amortization of excess investments is included in equity earnings.

SFAS 142 requires that intangible assets with finite useful lives be amortized over their respective estimated useful lives.  If an intangible asset has a finite useful life, but the precise length of that life is not known, that intangible asset shall be amortized over the best estimate of its useful life.  At a minimum, we will assess the useful lives and residual values of all intangible assets on an annual basis to determine if adjustments are required.

The values assigned to our intangible assets for natural gas gathering contracts on the Val Verde system are amortized on a unit-of-production basis, based upon the actual throughput of the systems compared to the expected total throughput for the lives of the contracts.  From time to time, we may obtain limited production forecasts and updated throughput estimates from some of the producers on the system, and as a result, we evaluate the remaining expected useful lives of the contract assets based on the best available information.  Further revisions to these estimates may occur as additional production information is made available to us.

The values assigned to our fractionation agreement and other intangible assets are generally amortized on a straight-line basis.  Our fractionation agreement is being amortized over its contract period of 20 years.  The amortization periods for our other intangible assets, which include non-compete and other agreements, range from   3 years to 15 years.  The value of $8.7 million assigned to our crude supply and transportation intangible customer contracts is being amortized on a unit-of-production basis.  The values assigned to our customer relationships and non-compete agreements related to the acquisition of the marine assets are generally amortized on a straight-line basis from 2 to 20 years (see Note 10).

The value assigned to our excess investment in Centennial was created upon its formation.  Approximately $30.0 million is related to a contract and is being amortized on a unit-of-production basis based upon the volumes transported under the contract compared to the guaranteed total throughput of the contract over a 10-year life.  The remaining $3.4 million is related to a pipeline and is being amortized on a straight-line basis over the life of the pipeline, which is 35 years.  The value assigned to our excess investment in Seaway was created upon acquisition of our 50% ownership interest in 2000.  We are amortizing the excess investment in Seaway on a straight-line basis over a 39-year life related primarily to the life of the pipeline.  The value assigned to our excess investment in Jonah was created as a result of interest capitalized on the construction of Jonah’s expansion.  We are amortizing the excess investment in Jonah on a straight-line basis over the life of the assets constructed.
 
 
 
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)

 
The following table sets forth the estimated amortization expense of intangible assets and the estimated amortization expense from excess investments allocated to equity earnings for the years ending December 31:
 
   
Intangible Assets
   
Excess Investments
 
2009
  $ 26,417     $ 5,771  
2010
    24,558       1,141  
2011
    22,672       1,141  
2012
    17,200       1,141  
2013
    15,543       1,141  

Goodwill

Goodwill represents the excess of purchase price over fair value of net assets acquired.  We account for goodwill under SFAS No. 142, Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets, which was issued by the FASB in July 2001.  SFAS 142 prohibits amortization of goodwill, but instead requires testing for impairment at least annually. We test goodwill for impairment annually at December 31.
 
To perform an impairment test of goodwill, we have identified our reporting units and have determined the carrying value of each reporting unit by assigning the assets and liabilities, including the existing goodwill, to those reporting units.  We then determine the fair value of each reporting unit and compare it to the carrying value of the reporting unit.  We will continue to compare the fair value of each reporting unit to its carrying value on an annual basis to determine if an impairment loss has occurred.   There have been no goodwill impairment losses recorded since the adoption of SFAS 142.
 
The following table presents the carrying amount of goodwill at December 31, 2008 and 2007, by business segment:
   
December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
 
Downstream Segment
  $ 1,339     $ 1,339  
Upstream Segment 
    14,860       14,167  
Marine Services Segment 
    90,412       --  
        Total goodwill 
  $ 106,611     $ 15,506  
 
 
 
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)

 
NOTE 12.   DEBT OBLIGATIONS

The following table summarizes the principal amounts outstanding under all of our debt instruments at December 31, 2008 and 2007:
 
   
December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
 
             
  Short-term senior debt obligations:
           
     6.45% TE Products Senior Notes, due January 2008 (1)
  $ --     $ 180,000  
     7.51% TE Products Senior Notes, due January 2028 (1)
    --       175,000  
            Total principal amount of short-term senior debt obligations
    --       355,000  
Adjustment to carrying value associated with hedges of
               
  Fair value and unamortized discounts (2)   
    --       (1,024 )
        Total short-term senior debt obligations  
  $ --     $ 353,976  
                 
  Long-term:
               
Senior debt obligations: (3)
               
       Revolving Credit Facility, due December 2012   
  $ 516,654     $ 490,000  
       7.625% Senior Notes, due February 2012      
    500,000       500,000  
       6.125% Senior Notes, due February 2013   
    200,000       200,000  
       5.90% Senior Notes, due April 2013   
    250,000       --  
       6.65% Senior Notes, due April 2018  
    350,000       --  
       7.55% Senior Notes, due April 2038
    400,000       --  
Total principal amount of long-term senior debt obligations
    2,216,654       1,190,000  
                 
     7.000% Junior Subordinated Notes, due June 2067 (3)
    300,000       300,000  
  Total principal amount of long-term debt obligations
    2,516,654       1,490,000  
Adjustment to carrying value associated with hedges of fair value and
  unamortized discounts (4)
    12,865       21,083  
      Total long-term debt obligations 
    2,529,519       1,511,083  
Total Debt Instruments (4)  
  $ 2,529,519     $ 1,865,059  
Standby letters of credit outstanding (5)
  $ --     $ 23,494  
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(1)  
(2)  
Includes $1.0 million related to fair value hedges and $2 thousand in unamortized discount.  In January 2008, with the redemption of the 7.51% TE Products Senior Notes, the remaining unamortized loss was recognized in the statement of consolidated income.
(3)  
TE Products, TCTM, TEPPCO Midstream and Val Verde (collectively, the “Subsidiary Guarantors”) have issued full, unconditional, joint and several guarantees of our senior notes, junior subordinated notes and revolving credit facility.
(4)  
From time to time we enter into interest rate swap agreements to hedge our exposure to changes in the fair value on a portion of the debt obligations presented above (see Note 6).  At December 31, 2008 and 2007, amount includes $5.2 million and $2.1 million of unamortized discounts, respectively, and $18.1 million and $23.2 million related to fair value hedges, respectively.
(5)  
Letters of credit were issued in connection with crude oil purchased during 2007.

 
 
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)

Revolving Credit Facility
 
We have in place an unsecured revolving credit facility (“Revolving Credit Facility”), which matures on December 12, 2012.  The Revolving Credit Facility allows us to request unlimited one-year extensions of the maturity date, subject to lender approval and satisfaction of certain other conditions.  In July 2008, commitments under our facility were increased from $700.0 million to $950.0 million.  The aggregate outstanding principal amount of swing line loans or same day borrowings permitted under the Revolving Credit Facility is $40.0 million.  The interest rate is based, at our option, on either the lender’s base rate, or LIBOR rate, plus a margin, in effect at the time of the borrowings.  The applicable margin with respect to LIBOR rate borrowings is based on our senior unsecured non-credit enhanced long-term debt rating issued by Standard & Poor’s Rating Services (“S&P”) and Moody’s Investors Service, Inc. (“Moody’s”).  The Revolving Credit Facility contains a term-out option in which we may, on the maturity date, convert the principal balance of all revolving loans then outstanding into a non-revolving one-year term loan.  Upon the conversion of the revolving loans to term loans pursuant to the term-out option, the applicable LIBOR spread will increase by 0.125% per year, and if immediately prior to such borrowing the total outstanding revolver borrowings then outstanding exceeds 50% of the total lender commitments, the applicable LIBOR spread with respect to borrowings will increase by an additional 10 basis points.
 
During September 2008, Lehman Brothers Bank, FSB (“Lehman”), which had a 4.05% participation in our Revolving Credit Facility, stopped funding its commitment following the bankruptcy filing of its parent.  Assuming that future fundings are not received for the Lehman percentage commitment, aggregate available capacity would be reduced by approximately $28.9 million.
 
The Revolving Credit Facility contains financial covenants that require us to maintain a ratio of Consolidated Funded Debt to Pro Forma EBITDA (as defined and calculated in the facility) of less than 5.00 to 1.00 (and, if after giving effect to a permitted acquisition the ratio exceeds 5.00 to 1.00, the threshold ratio will be increased to 5.50 to 1.00 for the fiscal quarter in which such acquisition occurs and the first full fiscal quarter following such acquisition).  Other restrictive covenants in the Revolving Credit Facility limit our ability, and the ability of certain of our subsidiaries, to, among other things, incur certain additional indebtedness, make distributions in excess of Available Cash (see Note 12), incur certain liens, engage in specified transactions with affiliates and complete mergers, acquisitions and sales of assets.  The credit agreement restricts the amount of outstanding debt of the Jonah joint venture to debt owing to the owners of its partnership interests and other third-party debt in the aggregate principal amount of $50.0 million and allows for the issuance of certain hybrid securities of up to 15% of our Consolidated Total Capitalization (as defined therein).  At December 31, 2008, $516.7 million was outstanding under the Revolving Credit Facility at a weighted average interest rate of 1.4%, and our available borrowing capacity under the facility was approximately $404.4 million.  At December 31, 2008, we were in compliance with the covenants of the Revolving Credit Facility.
 
Senior Notes
 
On January 27, 1998, TE Products issued $180.0 million principal amount of 6.45% Senior Notes due 2008 and $210.0 million principal amount of 7.51% Senior Notes due 2028 (collectively the “TE Products Senior Notes”).  Interest on the TE Products Senior Notes was payable semiannually in arrears on January 15 and July 15 of each year.  The 6.45% TE Products Senior Notes were issued at a discount of $0.3 million and were being accreted to their face value over the term of the notes.  The 6.45% TE Products Senior Notes due 2008 were redeemed at maturity on January 15, 2008.  The 7.51% TE Products Senior Notes due 2028, issued at par, became redeemable at any time after January 15, 2008, at the option of TE Products, in whole or in part, at varying fixed annual redemption prices.  In October 2007, TE Products repurchased $35.0 million principal amount of the 7.51% TE Products Senior Notes for $36.1 million and accrued interest.  On January 28, 2008, TE Products redeemed the remaining $175.0 million of 7.51% TE Products Senior Notes at a redemption price of 103.755% of the principal amount plus accrued and unpaid interest at the date of redemption.  We funded the retirement of both series of senior notes with borrowings under our term credit agreement.

 
 
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)

On February 20, 2002 and January 30, 2003, we issued $500.0 million principal amount of 7.625% Senior Notes due 2012 and $200.0 million principal amount of 6.125% Senior Notes due 2013, respectively.  These senior notes were issued at discounts of $2.2 million and $1.4 million, respectively, and are being accreted to their face value over the applicable term of the senior notes.  The senior notes may be redeemed at any time at our option with the payment of accrued interest and a make-whole premium determined by discounting remaining interest and principal payments using a discount rate equal to the rate of the United States Treasury securities of comparable remaining maturity plus 35 basis points.
 
On March 27, 2008, we issued (i) $250.0 million principal amount of 5.90% Senior Notes due 2013, (ii) $350.0 million principal amount of 6.65% Senior Notes due 2018, and (iii) $400.0 million principal amount of 7.55% Senior Notes due 2038.  The senior notes were issued at discounts of $0.2 million, $1.3 million and $2.2 million, respectively, and are being accreted to their face value over the applicable terms of the senior notes.  The senior notes may be redeemed at any time at our option with the payment of accrued interest and a make-whole premium determined by discounting remaining interest and principal payments using a discount rate equal to the rate of the United States Treasury securities of comparable remaining maturity plus 50 basis points.
 
The indentures governing our senior notes contain covenants, including, but not limited to, covenants limiting the creation of liens securing indebtedness and sale and leaseback transactions.  However, the indentures do not limit our ability to incur additional indebtedness.  At December 31, 2008, we were in compliance with the covenants of our senior notes.
 
Junior Subordinated Notes

In May 2007, we issued and sold $300.0 million in principal amount of fixed/floating, unsecured, long-term subordinated notes due June 1, 2067 (“Junior Subordinated Notes”).  Our payment obligations under the Junior Subordinated Notes are subordinated to all of our current and future senior indebtedness (as defined in the related indenture).  The Subsidiary Guarantors have issued full, unconditional, and joint and several guarantees, on a junior subordinated basis, of payment of the principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the Junior Subordinated Notes.
 
The indenture governing the Junior Subordinated Notes does not limit our ability to incur additional debt, including debt that ranks senior to or equally with the Junior Subordinated Notes.  The indenture allows us to defer interest payments on one or more occasions for up to ten consecutive years, subject to certain conditions.  The indenture also provides that during any period in which we defer interest payments on the Junior Subordinated Notes, subject to certain exceptions, (i) we cannot declare or make any distributions with respect to, or redeem, purchase or make a liquidation payment with respect to, any of our equity securities; (ii) neither we nor the Subsidiary Guarantors will make, and we and the Subsidiary Guarantors will cause our respective majority-owned subsidiaries not to make, any payment of interest, principal or premium, if any, on or repay, purchase or redeem any of our or the Subsidiary Guarantors’ debt securities (including securities similar to the Junior Subordinated Notes) that contractually rank equally with or junior to the Junior Subordinated Notes or the guarantees, as applicable; and (iii) neither we nor the Subsidiary Guarantors will make, and we and the Subsidiary Guarantors will cause our respective majority-owned subsidiaries not to make, any payments under a guarantee of debt securities (including under a guarantee of debt securities that are similar to the Junior Subordinated Notes) that contractually ranks equally with or junior to the Junior Subordinated Notes or the guarantees, as applicable.
 
The Junior Subordinated Notes bear interest at a fixed annual rate of 7.000% from May 2007 to June 1, 2017, payable semi-annually in arrears.  After June 1, 2017, the Junior Subordinated Notes will bear interest at a variable annual rate equal to the 3-month LIBOR rate for the related interest period plus 2.7775%, payable quarterly in arrears.  Interest payments may be deferred on a cumulative basis for up to ten consecutive years, subject to certain provisions.  Deferred interest will accumulate additional interest at the then-prevailing interest rate on the Junior Subordinated Notes.  The Junior Subordinated Notes mature in June 2067.  The Junior Subordinated Notes are redeemable in whole or in part prior to June 1, 2017 for a “make-whole” redemption price determined by
 
 
 
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)
 
discounting remaining interest and principal payments using a discount rate equal to the rate of the United States Treasury securities of comparable remaining maturity plus 50 basis points; and thereafter at a redemption price equal to 100% of their principal amount plus accrued and unpaid interest.  The Junior Subordinated Notes are also redeemable prior to June 1, 2017 in whole (but not in part) upon the occurrence of certain tax or rating agency events at specified redemption prices.  At December 31, 2008, we were in compliance with the covenants of the Junior Subordinated Notes.
 
In connection with the issuance of the Junior Subordinated Notes, we and our Subsidiary Guarantors entered into a replacement capital covenant in favor of holders of a designated series of senior long-term indebtedness (as provided in the underlying documents) pursuant to which we and our Subsidiary Guarantors agreed for the benefit of such debt holders that we would not redeem or repurchase or otherwise satisfy, discharge or defease any of the Junior Subordinated Notes on or before June 1, 2037, unless, subject to certain limitations, during the 180 days prior to the date of that redemption, repurchase, defeasance or purchase, we have or one of our subsidiaries has received a specified amount of proceeds from the sale of qualifying securities that have characteristics that are the same as, or more equity-like than, the applicable characteristics of the Junior Subordinated Notes.  The replacement capital covenant is not a term of the indenture or the Junior Subordinated Notes.

Fair Values

The following table summarizes the estimated fair values of the Senior Notes and Junior Subordinated Notes at December 31, 2008 and 2007:
 
         
Fair Value
 
         
December 31,
 
   
Face Value
   
2008
   
2007
 
                   
6.45% TE Products Senior Notes, due January 2008 (1)
  $ 180,000     $ --     $ 179,982  
7.625% Senior Notes, due February 2012
    500,000       468,083       536,765  
6.125% Senior Notes, due February 2013
    200,000       174,201       202,027  
7.51% TE Products Senior Notes, due January 2028 (1)
    175,000       --       181,571  
5.90% Senior Notes, due April 2013
    250,000       214,506       --  
6.65% Senior Notes, due April 2018
    350,000       280,698       --  
7.55% Senior Notes, due April 2038
    400,000       295,190       --  
7.000% Junior Subordinated Notes, due June 2067
    300,000       120,540       270,485  
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(1)  
In October 2007, TE Products redeemed $35.0 million principal amount of the 7.51% TE Products Senior Notes for $36.1 million and accrued interest, and on January 28, 2008, TE Products redeemed the remaining $175.0 million of 7.51% TE Products Senior Notes at a redemption price of 103.755% of the principal amount plus accrued and unpaid interest at the date of redemption.  Additionally, the $180.0 million principal amount of 6.45% TE Products Senior Notes matured and was repaid on January 15, 2008.  We funded the retirement of both series with borrowings under our term credit agreement.

Term Credit Agreement

In December 2007, we put in place a senior unsecured term credit agreement (“Term Credit Agreement”), with a borrowing capacity of $1.0 billion and a maturity date of December 19, 2008.  During the first quarter of 2008, we borrowed $1.0 billion under the Term Credit Agreement to finance the retirement of TE Products’ senior notes, the Cenac and Horizon acquisitions and for other partnership purposes.  In March 2008, we repaid the outstanding balance of the Term Credit Agreement with proceeds from the issuance of senior notes and other cash on hand and terminated the agreement.

 
 
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)

Debt Obligations of Unconsolidated Affiliates

We have one unconsolidated affiliate, Centennial, with long-term debt obligations.  The following table shows the total debt of Centennial at December 31, 2008 (on a 100% basis) and the corresponding scheduled maturities of such debt.
 
   
Scheduled Maturities of Debt
 
2009 
  $ 9,900  
2010 
    9,100  
2011
    9,000  
2012   
    8,900  
2013
    8,600  
After 2013 
    84,400  
  Total scheduled maturities of debt 
  $ 129,900  

At December 31, 2008 and 2007, Centennial’s debt obligations consisted of $129.9 million and $140.0 million, respectively, borrowed under a master shelf loan agreement.  Borrowings under the master shelf agreement mature in May 2024 and are collateralized by substantially all of Centennial’s assets and severally guaranteed by Centennial’s owners.

In January 2008, we entered into an amended and restated guaranty agreement (“Amended Guaranty”) in which we, TCTM, TEPPCO Midstream and TE Products (collectively, “TEPPCO Guarantors”) are required, on a joint and several basis, to pay 50% of any past-due amount under Centennial’s master shelf loan agreement not paid by Centennial (see Note 17).


NOTE 13.   PARTNERS’ CAPITAL AND DISTRIBUTIONS

           Our Units represent limited partner interests, which give the holders thereof the right to participate in distributions and to exercise the other rights or privileges available to them under our Partnership Agreement.  We are managed by our General Partner.

In accordance with the Partnership Agreement, capital accounts are maintained for our General Partner and limited partners.  The capital account provisions of our Partnership Agreement incorporate principles established for U.S. federal income tax purposes and are not comparable to the equity accounts reflected under GAAP in our consolidated financial statements.  In connection with the amendment of our Partnership Agreement in December 2006, the General Partner’s obligation to make capital contributions to maintain its 2% capital account was eliminated.

Our Partnership Agreement sets forth the calculation to be used in determining the amount and priority of cash distributions that our limited partners and General Partner will receive.  Net income reflected under GAAP in our financial statements is allocated between the General Partner and the limited partners in the same proportion as aggregate cash distributions made to the General Partner and the limited partners during the period.  Net income determined under our Partnership Agreement, however, incorporates principles established for U.S. federal income tax purposes and is not comparable to net income reflected under GAAP in our financial statements.

 
 
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)

Equity Offerings and Registration Statements

In general, the Partnership Agreement authorizes us to issue an unlimited number of additional limited partner interests and other equity securities for such consideration and on such terms and conditions as may be established by our General Partner in its sole discretion (subject, under certain circumstances, to the approval of our unitholders).

In September 2008, we filed a universal shelf registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) that allows us to issue an unlimited amount of debt and equity securities and removed from registration securities remaining under our previous universal shelf registration statement.

On September 9, 2008, we issued and sold in an underwritten public offering 9.2 million Units at a price to the public of $29.00 per Unit, including 1.2 million Units sold upon exercise of the underwriters’ over-allotment option granted in connection with the offering.  The proceeds from the offering, net of underwriting discount and offering expenses, totaled approximately $257.0 million.  Concurrently with this offering, we sold 241,380 unregistered Units at the public offering price of $29.00 to TEPPCO Unit, an affiliate of EPCO in which certain EPCO employees who perform services for us, including our executive officers, were issued Class B limited partner interests to incentivize them to enhance the long-term value of our Units.  The net proceeds from the offering and the unregistered issuance to TEPPCO Unit were used to reduce indebtedness under our Revolving Credit Facility.  For additional information regarding TEPPCO Unit and the equity-based compensatory awards issued therein, please see Note 4.

Quarterly Distributions of Available Cash
 
We make quarterly cash distributions of all of our available cash, generally defined in our Partnership Agreement as consolidated cash receipts less consolidated cash disbursements and cash reserves established by the General Partner in its reasonable discretion (“Available Cash”).  Pursuant to the Partnership Agreement, the General Partner receives incremental incentive cash distributions when unitholders’ cash distributions exceed certain target thresholds as shown in the following table.  Effective December 8, 2006, upon approval of our unitholders, our Partnership Agreement was amended and the 50%/50% distribution tier was eliminated in exchange for the issuance of 14,091,275 Units to the General Partner (see Note 1).

         
General
 
   
Unitholders
   
Partner
 
Quarterly Cash Distribution per Unit:
           
Up to Minimum Quarterly Distribution ($0.275 per Unit)
    98 %     2 %
First Target – $0.276 per Unit up to $0.325 per Unit                                                                                       
    85 %     15 %
Over First Target – Cash distributions greater than $0.325 per Unit
    75 %     25 %

The following table reflects the allocation of total distributions paid during the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006.
 
 
 For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
Limited Partner Units
  $ 273,071     $ 246,152     $ 196,665  
General Partner Ownership Interest
    5,573       5,024       4,014  
General Partner Incentive
    49,353       43,274       77,887  
Total Cash Distributions Paid
  $ 327,997     $ 294,450     $ 278,566  
                         
Total Cash Distributions Paid Per Unit
  $ 2.84     $ 2.74     $ 2.70  
 
 
 
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)

Our quarterly cash distributions for 2007 and 2008 are presented in the following table:

   
Cash Distribution History
   
Distribution
per Unit
 
Record
Date
Payment
Date
     2007
         
1st Quarter
  $ 0.6850  
Apr. 28, 2007
May 7, 2007
2nd Quarter
    0.6850  
Jul. 31, 2007
Aug. 7, 2007
3rd Quarter
    0.6950  
Oct. 31, 2007
Nov. 7, 2007
4th Quarter
    0.6950  
Jan. 31, 2008
Feb. 7, 2008
     2008
           
1st Quarter
  $ 0.7100  
Apr. 30, 2008
May 7, 2008
2nd Quarter
    0.7100  
Jul. 31, 2008
Aug. 7, 2008
3rd Quarter
    0.7250  
Oct. 31, 2008
Nov. 6, 2008
4th Quarter (1)
    0.7250  
Jan. 30, 2009
Feb. 6, 2009
      ______________________

(1)  
The fourth quarter 2008 cash distribution totaled approximately $91.4 million.

EPCO, Inc. TPP Employee Unit Purchase Plan
 
           The EPCO, Inc. TPP Employee Unit Purchase Plan (the “Unit Purchase Plan”) provides for discounted purchases of our Units by employees of EPCO and its affiliates.  A maximum of 1,000,000 Units may be delivered under the Unit Purchase Plan (subject to adjustment as provided in the plan).  The Unit Purchase Plan is effective until the earlier of (i) December 8, 2016, (ii) the time that all available Units under the plan have been purchased on behalf of the participants or (iii) the time of termination of the plan by EPCO or the Chairman or Vice Chairman of EPCO.  As of December 31, 2008, 27,604 Units have been issued to employees under this plan.

Distribution Reinvestment Plan

Our distribution reinvestment plan (“DRIP”) provides for the issuance of up to 10,000,000 Units.  Units purchased through the DRIP may be acquired at a discount rating from 0% to 5% (currently set at 5%), which will be set from time to time by us.  As of December 31, 2008, 418,233 Units have been issued in connection with the DRIP.

 
 
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Summary of Changes in Outstanding Units

The following table summarizes changes in our outstanding Units since December 31, 2005:

   
Limited
                   
   
Partner
   
Restricted
   
Treasury
       
   
Units
   
Units
   
Units
   
Total
 
                         
Balance, December 31, 2005 
    69,963,554       --       --       69,963,554  
Units issued in connection with underwritten public
    offering  
    5,750,000       --       --       5,750,000  
Issuance of Units to General Partner                 
    14,091,275       --       --       14,091,275  
                                 
Balance, December 31, 2006
    89,804,829       --       --       89,804,829  
Issuance of restricted units under 2006 LTIP
    --       62,900       --       62,900  
Forfeiture of restricted units 
    --       (500 )     --       (500 )
Units issued in connection with Unit Purchase Plan
    4,507       --       --       4,507  
Units issued in connection with DRIP
    39,796       --       --       39,796  
                                 
Balance, December 31, 2007 
    89,849,132       62,400       --       89,911,532  
Issuance of Units in connection with Cenac acquisition
    on February 1, 2008 
    4,854,899       --       --       4,854,899  
Units issued in connection with DRIP 
    378,437       ----       ----       378,437  
Units issued in connection with Unit Purchase Plan
    23,097       --       --       23,097  
Issuance of restricted units under 2006 LTIP
    --       96,900       --       96,900  
Forfeiture of restricted units
    --       (1,000 )     --       (1,000 )
Conversion of restricted units to Units
    1,000       (1,000 )     --       --  
Acquisition of treasury units 
    (384 )     --       384       --  
Cancellation of treasury units 
    --       --       (384 )     (384 )
Issuance of unregistered Units to TEPPCO Unit
    241,380       --       --       241,380  
Units issued in connection with underwritten public
    offering 
    9,200,000       --       --       9,200,000  
                                 
Balance, December 31, 2008 
    104,547,561       157,300       --       104,704,861  

During the year ended December 31, 2008, 1,000 restricted units awards vested and were converted into Units.  Of this amount, 384 were sold back to us by an employee to cover related withholding tax requirements.  The total cost of these treasury units were approximately $9 thousand, which was allocated to our limited partners.  Immediately upon acquisition, we cancelled such treasury units.

General Partner’s Interest

At December 31, 2008 and 2007, we had deficit balances of $110.3 million and $88.0 million, respectively, in our General Partner’s equity account. These negative balances do not represent assets to us and do not represent obligations of the General Partner to contribute cash or other property to us. The General Partner’s equity account generally consists of its cumulative share of our net income less cash distributions made to it plus capital contributions that it has made to us (see our Statements of Consolidated Partners’ Capital for a detail of the General Partner’s equity account).  For the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, our General Partner was allocated $32.6 million (representing 16.83%), $46.0 million (representing 16.47%) and $57.7 million (representing 28.57%), respectively, of our net income and received $54.9 million, $48.3 million and $81.9 million, respectively, in cash distributions.
 
Cash distributions that we make during a period may exceed our net income for the period.  We make quarterly cash distributions of all of our Available Cash, generally defined as consolidated cash receipts less

 
 
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consolidated cash disbursements and cash reserves established by the General Partner in its reasonable discretion.  Cash distributions in excess of net income allocations and capital contributions during previous years resulted in a deficit in the General Partner’s equity account at December 31, 2008 and 2007.  Future cash distributions that exceed net income will result in an increase in the deficit balance in the General Partner’s equity account.
 
According to the Partnership Agreement, in the event of our dissolution, after satisfying our liabilities, our remaining assets would be divided among our limited partners and the General Partner generally in the same proportion as Available Cash but calculated on a cumulative basis over the life of the Partnership.  If a deficit balance still remains in the General Partner’s equity account after all allocations are made between the partners, the General Partner would not be required to make whole any such deficit.
 
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
 
SFAS No. 130, Reporting Comprehensive Income requires certain items such as foreign currency translation adjustments, gains or losses associated with pension or other postretirement benefits, prior service costs or credits associated with pension or other postretirement benefits, transition assets or obligations associated with pension or other postretirement benefits and unrealized gains and losses on certain investments in debt and equity securities to be reported in a financial statement.  As of and for the years ended December 31, 2008 and 2007, the components of accumulated other comprehensive income reflected on our consolidated balance sheets were composed of crude oil hedges, interest rate swaps, treasury locks and unrecognized losses associated with the TEPPCO RCBP.  The crude oil hedges had forward positions that expired during 2008.  While the crude oil hedges were in effect, changes in their fair values, to the extent the hedges were effective, are recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income until they are recognized in net income in future periods upon the contract expiration.  The amounts related to settlements of treasury lock agreements are being amortized into earnings over the terms of the respective debt (see Note 6).  Our accumulated other comprehensive loss balance consisted of a $23.9 million loss related to interest rate and treasury lock financial instruments and a $18.6 million loss associated with crude oil financial instruments at December 31, 2007.  Our accumulated other comprehensive loss balance consisted of a $45.8 million loss related to interest rate and treasury lock financial instruments at December 31, 2008.

 
NOTE 14.   BUSINESS SEGMENTS

We have four reporting segments:
 
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Our Downstream Segment, which is engaged in the pipeline transportation, marketing and storage of refined products, LPGs and petrochemicals;
§  
Our Upstream Segment, which is engaged in the gathering, pipeline transportation, marketing and storage of crude oil, distribution of lubrication oils and specialty chemicals and fuel transportation services;
§  
Our Midstream Segment, which is engaged in the gathering of natural gas, fractionation of NGLs and pipeline transportation of NGLs; and
§  
Our Marine Services Segment, which is engaged in the marine transportation of refined products, crude oil, condensate, asphalt, heavy fuel oil and other heated oil products via tow boats and tank barges.

The amounts indicated below as “Partnership and Other” for income and expense items (including operating income) relate primarily to intersegment eliminations from activities among our reporting segments.  Amounts indicated below as “Partnership and Other” for assets and capital expenditures include the elimination of intersegment related party receivables and investment balances among our reporting segments and assets that we hold that have not been allocated to any of our reporting segments (including such items as corporate furniture and

 
 
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fixtures, vehicles, computer hardware and software, prepaid insurance and unamortized debt issuance costs on debt issued at the Partnership level).
 
Our Downstream Segment revenues are earned from pipeline transportation, marketing and storage of refined products and LPGs, intrastate pipeline transportation of petrochemicals, sale of product inventory and other ancillary services.  We generally realize higher revenues in the Downstream Segment during the first and fourth quarters of each year since LPGs volumes are generally higher from November through March due to higher demand for propane, a major fuel for residential heating.  Refined products volumes are generally higher during the second and third quarters because of greater demand for gasoline during the spring and summer driving seasons, although recent high gasoline prices have moderated this trend somewhat.  The two largest operating expense items of the Downstream Segment are labor and electric power.  Our Downstream Segment also includes the results of operations of the northern portion of the Dean Pipeline, which transports refinery grade propylene from Mont Belvieu to Point Comfort, Texas.  Our Downstream Segment also includes our equity investment in Centennial (see Note 9).

Our Upstream Segment revenues are earned from gathering, pipeline transporting, marketing and storing crude oil and distributing lubrication oils and specialty chemicals, principally in Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico and the Rocky Mountain region.  Marketing operations consist primarily of aggregating crude oil purchased at the lease along our pipeline systems, and from third party pipeline systems, and arranging the necessary transportation logistics for the ultimate sale or delivery of the crude oil to local refineries, marketers or other end users.  Revenues are also generated from trade documentation and terminaling services, primarily at Cushing, Oklahoma, and Midland, Texas.  Our Upstream Segment also includes our equity investments in Seaway and Texas Offshore Port System (see Note 9).  The Seaway system consists of large diameter pipelines that transport crude oil from Seaway’s marine terminals on the U.S. Gulf Coast to Cushing, Oklahoma, a crude oil distribution point for the central United States, and to refineries in the Texas City and Houston areas.  Seaway also has a connection to our South Texas system that allows it to receive both onshore and offshore domestic crude oil in the Texas Gulf Coast area for delivery to Cushing.  Texas Offshore Port System, a joint venture between us and affiliates of Enterprise Products Partners and Oiltanking, was formed to design, construct, operate and own a new Texas offshore crude oil port and pipeline system.
 
Our Midstream Segment revenues are earned from the gathering of coal bed methane and conventional natural gas in the San Juan Basin in New Mexico and Colorado, through Val Verde; transportation of NGLs from two trunkline NGL pipelines in South Texas, two NGL pipelines in East Texas and a pipeline system from West Texas and New Mexico to Mont Belvieu; and the fractionation of NGLs in Colorado.  Our Midstream Segment also includes our equity investment in Jonah (see Note 9).  Jonah, a joint venture between an affiliate of Enterprise Products Partners and us, owns a natural gas gathering system in the Green River Basin in southwestern Wyoming.  Prior to August 1, 2006, when Jonah was wholly-owned by us, operating results for Jonah were included in the consolidated Midstream Segment operating results.  Effective August 1, 2006, we entered into the joint venture with an Enterprise Products Partners’ affiliate, upon which Jonah was deconsolidated, and its operating results since August 1, 2006, have been accounted for under the equity method of accounting.  Operating results of the Pioneer plant, which we sold to an Enterprise Products Partners’ affiliate in March 2006, are shown as discontinued operations for the year ended December 31, 2006.
 
Our Marine Services Segment revenues are earned from the marine transportation of refined products, crude oil, condensate, asphalt, heavy fuel oil and other heated oil products via tow boats and tank barges.  We entered the marine transportation business in February 2008 with the acquisition of assets and certain intangible assets from Cenac and Horizon on February 1, 2008 and February 29, 2008, respectively (see Note 10).  These businesses service refineries and storage terminals along the Mississippi, Illinois and Ohio rivers, the Intracoastal Waterway between Texas and Florida and the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway system.  These assets also gather crude oil from production facilities and platforms along the U.S. Gulf Coast and in the Gulf of Mexico.
 
 
 
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The following table presents our measurement of earnings before interest expense for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006:
 
   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
                   
Total operating revenues
  $ 13,532,889     $ 9,658,060     $ 9,607,485  
Less:  Total costs and expenses
    13,279,469       9,408,505       9,377,706  
Operating income                                                                        
    253,420       249,555       229,779  
Add:  Gain on sale of ownership interest in MB Storage
    --       59,628       --  
Equity earnings
    82,693       68,755       36,761  
Interest income
    1,091       1,676       2,077  
Other income
    953       1,346       888  
Earnings before interest expense, provision for income
    taxes and discontinued operations                                                                        
  $ 338,157     $ 380,960     $ 269,505  

A reconciliation of our earnings before interest expense, provision for income taxes and discontinued operations to net income for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006 is as follows:

   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
                   
Earnings before interest expense, provision for income
     taxes and discontinued operations                                                                        
  $ 338,157     $ 380,960     $ 269,505  
Interest expense – net                                                                        
    (139,988 )     (101,223 )     (86,171 )
  Income before provision for income taxes
    198,169       279,737       183,334  
Provision for income taxes                                                                        
    4,617       557       652  
Income from continuing operations                                                                     
    193,552       279,180       182,682  
Discontinued operations                                                                        
    --       --       19,369  
    Net income                                                                     
  $ 193,552     $ 279,180     $ 202,051  
 
 
 
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The table below includes information by segment, together with reconciliations to our consolidated totals for the periods indicated:
 
   
Downstream Segment
   
Upstream Segment
   
Midstream Segment
   
Marine
Services
Segment
   
Partnership and Other
   
Consolidated
 
Revenues from third parties:
                                   
  Year ended December 31, 2008
  $ 350,896     $ 12,872,544     $ 108,531     $ 164,274     $ --     $ 13,496,245  
  Year ended December 31, 2007
    355,495       9,172,707       109,082       --       --       9,637,284  
  Year ended December 31, 2006
    298,866       9,108,283       181,486       --       --       9,588,635  
Revenues from related parties:
                                               
  Year ended December 31, 2008
  $ 22,068     $ 882     $ 13,886     $ --     $ (192 )   $ 36,644  
  Year ended December 31, 2007
    7,196       896       13,153       --       (469 )     20,776  
  Year ended December 31, 2006
    5,435       598       13,137       --       (320 )     18,850  
Intersegment and intrasegment revenues:
                                               
  Year ended December 31, 2008
  $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
  Year ended December 31, 2007
    --       80       --       --       (80 )     --  
  Year ended December 31, 2006
    --       748       6,646       --       (7,394 )     --  
Total revenues:
                                               
  Year ended December 31, 2008
  $ 372,964     $ 12,873,426     $ 122,417     $ 164,274     $ (192 )   $ 13,532,889  
  Year ended December 31, 2007
    362,691       9,173,683       122,235       --       (549 )     9,658,060  
  Year ended December 31, 2006
    304,301       9,109,629       201,269       --       (7,714 )     9,607,485  
Depreciation and amortization:
                                               
  Year ended December 31, 2008
  $ 43,063     $ 20,928     $ 39,323     $ 23,015     $ --     $ 126,329  
  Year ended December 31, 2007
    46,141       18,257       40,827       --       --       105,225  
  Year ended December 31, 2006
    41,405       14,400       52,447       --       --       108,252  
Operating income:
                                               
  Year ended December 31, 2008
  $ 91,270     $ 95,683     $ 27,559     $ 34,507     $ 4,401     $ 253,420  
  Year ended December 31, 2007
    135,055       84,222       25,767       --       4,511       249,555  
  Year ended December 31, 2006
    91,262       70,840       65,499       --       2,178       229,779  
Equity earnings (losses):
                                               
  Year ended December 31, 2008
  $ (14,603 )   $ 11,693     $ 90,004     $ --     $ (4,401 )   $ 82,693  
  Year ended December 31, 2007
    (12,396 )     2,602       83,060       --       (4,511 )     68,755  
  Year ended December 31, 2006
    (8,018 )     11,905       35,052       --       (2,178 )     36,761  

 
 
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Downstream Segment
   
Upstream Segment
   
Midstream Segment
   
Marine
Services
Segment
   
Partnership
 and Other
   
Consolidated
 
Earnings before interest expense, provision for income taxes and discontinued operations:
                                   
  Year ended December 31, 2008
  $ 77,526     $ 108,164     $ 117,947     $ 34,520     $ --     $ 338,157  
  Year ended December 31, 2007
    184,251       87,246       109,463       --       --       380,960  
  Year ended December 31, 2006
    84,746       83,540       101,219       --       --       269,505  
Capital expenditures:
                                               
  At December 31, 2008
  $ 209,753     $ 33,429     $ 5,215     $ 43,557     $ 8,549     $ 300,503  
  At December 31, 2007
    165,353       54,583       7,412       --       924       228,272  
  At December 31, 2006
    75,344       48,351       42,929       --       3,422       170,046  
Segment assets:
                                               
  At December 31, 2008
  $ 1,320,870     $ 1,586,345     $ 1,529,125     $ 653,262     $ (39,782 )   $ 5,049,820  
  At December 31, 2007
    1,221,316       2,084,830       1,512,621       --       (68,710 )     4,750,057  
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates:
                                               
  At December 31, 2008
  $ 63,222     $ 226,044     $ 957,706     $ --     $ 8,951     $ 1,255,923  
  At December 31, 2007
    79,324       188,650       879,021       --       --       1,146,995  
Intangible assets:
                                               
  At December 31, 2008
  $ 5,449     $ 8,064     $ 131,555     $ 62,585     $ --     $ 207,653  
  At December 31, 2007
    5,244       7,512       151,925       --       --       164,681  
Goodwill:
                                               
  At December 31, 2008
  $ 1,339     $ 14,860     $ --     $ 90,412     $ --     $ 106,611  
  At December 31, 2007
    1,339       14,167       --       --       --       15,506  
 
 
 
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NOTE 15.   RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
 
The following table summarizes related party transactions for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006:
 
 
For Year Ended December 31,
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
Revenues from EPCO and affiliates:
                 
Sales of petroleum products (1) 
  $ 715     $ 320     $ 3,165  
Transportation – NGLs (2)                                                                        
    13,785       13,153       10,225  
Transportation – LPGs (3)                                                                        
    8,735       5,191       3,648  
Other operating revenues (4)                                                                        
    13,318       1,761       1,517  
Revenues from unconsolidated affiliates:
                       
Other operating revenues (5)                                                                        
    91       351       295  
       Related party revenues                                                                        
  $ 36,644     $ 20,776     $ 18,850  
Costs and Expenses from EPCO and affiliates:
                       
Purchases of petroleum products (6)                                                                        
  $ 132,624     $ 61,596     $ 52,982  
Operating expense (7)                                                                        
    104,878       96,947       103,924  
General and administrative (8)                                                                        
    31,601       25,500       21,709  
Costs and Expenses from unconsolidated affiliates:
                       
Purchases of petroleum products (9)                                                                        
    7,143       5,493       2,987  
Operating expense (10)                                                                        
    7,926       8,736       5,094  
Costs and Expenses from Cenac and affiliates:
                       
Operating expense (11)                                                                         
    45,382       --       --  
General and administrative (12)                                                                         
    2,912       --       --  
Related party costs and expenses                                                                   
  $ 332,466     $ 198,272     $ 186,696  
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(1)  
Includes sales from Lubrication Services, LLC (“LSI”) to Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries.
(2)  
Includes revenues from NGL transportation on the Chaparral and Panola NGL pipelines from Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries.
(3)  
Includes revenues from LPG transportation on the TE Products pipeline from Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries.
(4)  
Includes sales of product inventory from TE Products to Enterprise Products Partners and other operating revenues on the TE Products pipeline and the Val Verde system from Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries.
(5)  
Includes sales of petroleum products, management fees and rental revenues from Centennial, Jonah and Seaway.
(6)  
Includes TCO purchases of petroleum products of $113.9 million, $45.1 million and $41.6 million from Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, respectively, and expenses related to TCO’s and LSI’s use of an affiliate of EPCO as a transporter.
(7)  
Includes operating payroll, payroll related expenses and other operating expenses, including reimbursements related to employee benefits and employee benefit plans, incurred by EPCO in managing us and our subsidiaries in accordance with the ASA.  Also includes insurance expense for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, of $10.4 million, $13.6 million and $15.8 million, respectively, related to premiums paid by EPCO on our behalf. The majority of our insurance coverage, including property, liability, business interruption, auto and directors’ and officers’ liability insurance, is obtained through EPCO.
(8)  
Includes administrative payroll, payroll related expenses and other administrative expenses, including reimbursements related to employee benefits and employee benefit plans, incurred by EPCO in managing and operating us and our subsidiaries in accordance with the ASA.
(9)  
Includes TCO purchases of petroleum products from Jonah and Seaway and pipeline transportation expense from Seaway.
(10)  
Includes rental expense and other operating expense.
(11)  
Includes reimbursement for operating payroll, payroll related expenses, certain repairs and maintenance expenses and insurance premiums on our equipment under the transitional operating agreement with Cenac, pursuant to which, our fleet of acquired tow boats and tank barges (including those acquired from Horizon) are operated by employees of Cenac for a period of up to two years following the acquisition.

 
 
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(12)  
Includes reimbursement for administrative payroll and payroll related expenses, as well as payment of a $42 thousand monthly service fee and a 5% overhead fee charged on direct costs incurred by Cenac to operate the marine assets in accordance with the transitional operating agreement.

The following table summarizes related party balances at December 31, 2008 and 2007:

   
December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
 
Accounts receivable, related parties (1) 
  $ 15,758     $ 6,525  
Accounts payable, related parties (2) 
    17,219       38,980  
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(1)  
Relates to sales and transportation services provided to Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries and EPCO and certain of its affiliates and direct payroll, payroll related costs and other operational expenses charged to unconsolidated affiliates.
(2)  
Relates to direct payroll, payroll related costs and other operational related charges from Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries and EPCO and certain of its affiliates, transportation and other services provided by unconsolidated affiliates and advances from Seaway for operating expenses and $3.4 million related to operational related charges from Cenac.

As an affiliate of EPCO and other companies controlled by Mr. Duncan, our transactions and agreements with them are not necessarily on an arm’s length basis.  As a result, we cannot provide assurance that the terms and provisions of such transactions or agreements are at least as favorable to us as we could have obtained from unaffiliated third parties.

Relationship with EPCO and Affiliates

We have an extensive and ongoing relationship with EPCO and its affiliates, which include the following significant entities:
 
§  
EPCO and its consolidated private company subsidiaries;
§  
Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC, our General Partner;
§  
Enterprise GP Holdings, which owns and controls our General Partner;
§  
Enterprise Products Partners, which is controlled by affiliates of EPCO, including Enterprise GP Holdings;
§  
Duncan Energy Partners, which is controlled by affiliates of EPCO;
§  
Enterprise Gas Processing LLC, which is controlled by affiliates of EPCO and is our joint venture partner in Jonah;
§  
Enterprise Offshore Port System, LLC, which is controlled by affiliates of EPCO and is one of our joint venture partners in Texas Offshore Port System; and
§  
the Employee Partnerships, which are controlled by EPCO (see Note 4).

Dan L. Duncan directly owns and controls EPCO and, through Dan Duncan LLC, owns and controls EPE Holdings, the general partner of Enterprise GP Holdings.  Enterprise GP Holdings owns all of the membership interests of our General Partner.  The principal business activity of our General Partner is to act as our managing partner.  The executive officers of our General Partner are employees of EPCO (see Note 1).

We and our General Partner are both separate legal entities apart from each other and apart from EPCO and its other affiliates, with assets and liabilities that are separate from those of EPCO and its other affiliates.  EPCO and its consolidated private company subsidiaries and affiliates depend on the cash distributions they receive from our General Partner and other investments to fund their operations and to meet their debt obligations.  We paid cash distributions to our General Partner of $54.9 million, $48.3 million and $81.9 million during the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, respectively.
 
 
 
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The limited partner interests in us that are owned or controlled by EPCO and certain of its affiliates, other than those interests owned by Dan Duncan LLC and certain trusts affiliated with Dan L. Duncan, are pledged as security under the credit facility of an affiliate of EPCO.  All of the membership interests in our General Partner and the limited partner interests in us that are owned or controlled by Enterprise GP Holdings are pledged as security under its credit facility.  If Enterprise GP Holdings were to default under its credit facility, its lender banks could own our General Partner.

EPCO Administrative Services Agreement

We do not have any employees.  We are managed by our General Partner, and all of our management, administrative and operating functions are performed by employees of EPCO, pursuant to the ASA or by other service providers.  We, Enterprise Products Partners, Duncan Energy Partners, Enterprise GP Holdings and our respective general partners are parties to the ASA.    The ACG Committees of each general partner have approved the ASA.

Under the ASA, we reimburse EPCO for all costs and expenses it incurs in providing management, administrative and operating services for us, including compensation of employees (i.e., salaries, medical benefits and retirement benefits) (see Note 1).  Since the vast majority of such expenses are charged to us on an actual basis (i.e., no mark-up or subsidy is charged or received by EPCO), we believe that such expenses are representative of what the amounts would have been on a standalone basis.  With respect to allocated costs, we believe that the proportional direct allocation method employed by EPCO is reasonable and reflective of the estimated level of costs we would have incurred on a standalone basis.

The significant terms of the ASA are as follows:

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EPCO provides administrative, management and operating services as may be necessary to manage and operate our business, properties and assets (in accordance with prudent industry practices).  EPCO will employ or otherwise retain the services of such personnel as may be necessary to provide such services.
§  
We are required to reimburse EPCO for its services in an amount equal to the sum of all costs and expenses (direct and indirect) incurred by EPCO which are directly or indirectly related to our business or activities (including EPCO expenses reasonably allocated to us).  In addition, we have agreed to pay all sales, use, excise, value added or similar taxes, if any, that may be applicable from time to time in respect of the services provided to us by EPCO.
§  
EPCO allows us to participate as named insureds in its overall insurance program with the associated costs being allocated to us.

Our operating costs and expenses for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006 include reimbursement payments to EPCO for the costs it incurs to operate our facilities, including compensation of employees.  We reimburse EPCO for actual direct and indirect expenses it incurs related to the operation of our assets.
 
Likewise, our general and administrative costs for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006 include amounts we reimburse to EPCO for administrative services, including compensation of employees.  We are responsible to reimburse EPCO for the amount of distributions of cash or securities, if any, made by TEPPCO Unit II to Mr. Thompson.  In general, our reimbursement to EPCO for administrative services is either (i) on an actual basis for direct expenses it may incur on our behalf (e.g., the purchase of office supplies) or (ii) based on an allocation of such charges between the various parties to the ASA based on the estimated use of such services by each party (e.g., the allocation of general legal or accounting salaries based on estimates of time spent on each entity’s business and affairs).

 
 
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EPCO and its affiliates have no obligation to present business opportunities to us or our subsidiaries, and we and our subsidiaries have no obligation to present business opportunities to EPCO and its affiliates.  However, the ASA requires that business opportunities offered to or discovered by EPCO be offered first to certain Enterprise Products Partners’ affiliates before they may be pursued by EPCO and its other affiliates or offered to us.

On January 30, 2009, we entered into the Fifth Amended and Restated ASA, which amended the previous ASA to provide for the cash reimbursement to EPCO by us of distributions of cash or securities, if any, made by TEPPCO Unit II to its Class B limited partner, Mr. Thompson, our chief executive officer and an employee of EPCO (see Note 4).  The Fifth Amended and Restated ASA also extends the term of EPCO’s service obligations from December 2010 to December 2013.

Sale of Pioneer Plant

On March 31, 2006, we sold our ownership interest in the Pioneer silica gel natural gas processing plant located near Opal, Wyoming, together with Jonah’s rights to process natural gas originating from the Jonah and Pinedale fields, located in southwest Wyoming, to an affiliate of Enterprise Products Partners for $38.0 million in cash.  The Pioneer plant was not an integral part of our Midstream Segment operations, and natural gas processing is not a core business.  We have no continuing involvement in the operations or results of this plant.  This transaction was reviewed and recommended for approval by our ACG Committee and a fairness opinion was rendered by an investment banking firm.  The sales proceeds were used to fund organic growth projects, retire debt and for other general partnership purposes.  The carrying value of the Pioneer plant at March 31, 2006, prior to the sale, was $19.7 million.  Costs associated with the completion of the transaction were approximately $0.4 million.

Jonah Joint Venture

Enterprise Products Partners (through an affiliate) is our joint venture partner in Jonah, the partnership through which we have owned our interest in the system serving the Jonah and Pinedale fields. Through December 31, 2008, we have reimbursed Enterprise Products Partners $306.5 million ($44.9 million in 2008, $152.2 million in 2007 and $109.4 million in 2006) for our share of the Phase V cost incurred by it (including its cost of capital incurred prior to the formation of the joint venture of $1.3 million).  At December 31, 2008 and 2007, we had payables to Enterprise Products Partners for costs incurred of $1.0 million and $9.9 million, respectively (see Note 9).  At December 31, 2008 and 2007, we had receivables from Jonah of $4.7 million and $6.0 million, respectively, for operating expenses.  During the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, we received distributions from Jonah of $132.2 million, $100.0 million and $0, respectively.  The 2007 amount included $11.6 million of distributions declared in 2006 and paid during the first quarter of 2007.  During the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, Jonah paid distributions of $31.7 million, $9.5 million and $0, respectively, to the affiliate of Enterprise Products Partners that is our joint venture partner.

We have agreed to indemnify Enterprise Products Partners from any and all losses, claims, demands, suits, liability, costs and expenses arising out of or related to breaches of our representations, warranties, or covenants related to the formation of the Jonah joint venture, Jonah’s ownership or operation of the Jonah-Pinedale system prior to the effective date of the joint venture, and any environmental activity, or violation of or liability under environmental laws arising from or related to the condition of the Jonah-Pinedale system prior to the effective date of the joint venture.  In general, a claim for indemnification cannot be filed until the losses suffered by Enterprise Products Partners exceed $1.0 million, and the maximum potential amount of future payments under the indemnity is limited to $100.0 million.  However, if certain representations or warranties are breached, the maximum potential amount of future payments under the indemnity is capped at $207.6 million.  All indemnity payments are net of insurance recoveries that Enterprise Products Partners may receive from third-party insurers. We carry insurance coverage that may offset any payments required under the indemnity.  We do not expect that these indemnities will have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

 
 
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Texas Offshore Port System Joint Venture

Enterprise Products Partners (through an affiliate) is one of our joint venture partners in Texas Offshore Port System which was formed in August 2008 to design, construct, operate and own a new Texas offshore crude oil port and pipeline system to facilitate delivery of waterborne crude oil to refining centers located along the upper Texas Gulf Coast.  We, Enterprise Products Partners and Oiltanking each own, through our respective subsidiaries, a one-third interest in the joint venture.  A subsidiary of Enterprise Products Partners acts as construction manager and will act as operator. We and an affiliate of Enterprise Products Partners have each guaranteed up to approximately $700.0 million, which includes a contingency amount for potential cost overruns, of the capital contribution obligations of our respective subsidiary partners in the joint venture. Through December 31, 2008, we have invested $36.0 million in Texas Offshore Port System (see Note 9).

Sale of General Partner to Enterprise GP Holdings; Relationship with Energy Transfer Equity

On May 7, 2007, all of the membership interests in our General Partner, together with 4,400,000 of our Units, were sold by DFIGP to Enterprise GP Holdings, a publicly traded partnership also controlled indirectly by Dan L. Duncan.   As of May 7, 2007, Enterprise GP Holdings owns and controls the 2% general partner interest in us and has the right (through its 100% ownership of our General Partner) to receive the incentive distribution rights associated with the general partner interest.  Enterprise GP Holdings, DFIGP and other entities controlled by Mr. Duncan own 17,073,315 of our Units.

Concurrently with the acquisition of our General Partner, Enterprise GP Holdings acquired non-controlling ownership interests, accounted for as equity method investments, in Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. (“Energy Transfer Equity”) and LE GP, LLC, the general partner of Energy Transfer Equity.

Other Transactions

On October 6, 2006, we sold certain crude oil pipeline assets and refined products pipeline assets in the Houston, Texas area, to a subsidiary of Enterprise Products Partners for approximately $11.7 million.  These assets, which had been idle since acquisition, were part of the assets acquired by us in 2005.  The sales proceeds were used to fund organic growth projects, retire debt and for other general partnership purposes.  The carrying value of these pipeline assets at September 30, 2006, was approximately $6.0 million.  We recognized a gain of $5.7 million on this transaction.

              In November 2006, we entered into a lease with Duncan Energy Partners, for a 12-mile, 10-inch interconnecting pipeline extending from Pasadena, Texas to Baytown, Texas.  The primary term of this lease expired on September 15, 2007, and was continued on a month-to-month basis through March 2008.
 
               In December 2006, we constructed a new 20-inch diameter lateral pipeline to connect our Downstream Segment mainline system to the Enterprise Products Partners facilities at Mont Belvieu, Texas, at a cost of approximately $8.6 million.  The new connection, which provides delivery of propane from Enterprise Products Partners into our system at full line flow rates, complements our current ability to source product from Mont Belvieu.  The new connection also offers the ability to deliver other liquid products such as butanes and natural gasoline from Enterprise Products Partners’ storage facilities into our system at reduced flow rates until enhancements can be made.  This new pipeline replaces a 10-mile, 18-inch segment of pipeline that we sold to an Enterprise Products Partners’ affiliate on January 23, 2007 for approximately $8.0 million.  These assets had a net book value of approximately $2.5 million, and we recognized a gain on the sale of approximately $5.5 million.  The sales proceeds were used to fund construction of the replacement pipeline.

 
 
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In June 2007, we purchased 300,000 barrels of propane linefill from an affiliate of Enterprise Products Partners for approximately $14.4 million.   In November 2007, we purchased 100,000 barrels of butane inventory from an affiliate of Enterprise Products Partners for approximately $8.0 million.

In December 2008, we entered into a lease agreement with Seminole Pipeline Company (“Seminole”) and Mid-America Pipeline Company, LLC, (“MAPL”) for the use of excess capacity on the Seminole pipeline system, a pipeline extending from Hobbs, New Mexico to Mont Belvieu, Texas.  For Chaparral to use the excess capacity on Seminole, it must also access a segment of the MAPL pipeline as well.  The primary term of this lease expired on January 31, 2009, and will continue on a month-to-month basis.  Seminole and MAPL are subsidiaries of Enterprise Products Partners.

Relationship with Unconsolidated Affiliates

Our significant related party revenues and expense transactions with unconsolidated affiliates consist of management, rental and other revenues, transportation expense related to movements on Centennial and Seaway and rental expense related to the lease of pipeline capacity on Centennial.  For additional information regarding our unconsolidated affiliates, see Note 9.
 
See “Jonah Joint Venture” and “Texas Offshore Port System Joint Venture” within this Note 15 for descriptions of ongoing transactions involving our Jonah and Texas Offshore Port System joint ventures with Enterprise Products Partners.


NOTE 16.   EARNINGS PER UNIT

Basic earnings per Unit is computed by dividing net income or loss allocated to limited partner interests by the weighted average number of distribution-bearing Units outstanding during a period.  The amount of net income allocated to limited partner interests is derived by subtracting our General Partner’s share of the net income from net income.  Our General Partner’s percentage interest in our net income is based on its percentage of cash distributions from Available Cash for each period (see Note 13).  Diluted earnings per Unit is computed by dividing net income or loss allocated to limited partner interests by the sum of (i) the weighted-average number of distribution-bearing Units outstanding during a period (as used in determining basic earnings per Unit); and (ii) the number of incremental Units resulting from the assumed exercise of dilutive unit options outstanding during a period (the “incremental option units”).

In a period of net operating losses, restricted units and incremental option units are excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per Unit due to their anti-dilutive effect.  The dilutive incremental option units are calculated using the treasury stock method, which assumes that proceeds from the exercise of all in-the-money options at the end of each period are used to repurchase Units at an average market value during the period.  The amount of Units remaining after the proceeds are exhausted represents the potentially dilutive effect of the securities.  In May 2007 and 2008, we granted 155,000 and 200,000 unit options, respectively, to employees providing services to us (see Note 4).

 
 
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The following table shows the computation of basic and diluted earnings per Unit for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006:

   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
                   
Income from continuing operations                                                                        
  $ 193,552     $ 279,180     $ 182,682  
Discontinued operations                                                                        
    --       --       19,369  
Net income                                                                        
    193,552       279,180       202,051  
General Partner’s interest in net income                                                                        
    16.83 %     16.47 %     28.57 %
Earnings allocated to General Partner:
                       
  Income from continuing operations                                                                        
  $ 32,583     $ 45,987     $ 52,199  
  Discontinued operations                                                                        
    --       --       5,534  
  Net income allocated                                                                        
    32,583       45,987       57,733  
                         
BASIC EARNINGS PER UNIT:
                       
  Numerator:
                       
    Income from continuing operations                                                                        
  $ 160,969     $ 233,193     $ 130,483  
    Discontinued operations                                                                        
    --       --       13,835  
    Limited partners’ interest in net income                                                                        
  $ 160,969     $ 233,193     $ 144,318  
  Denominator:
                       
    Units                                                                        
    97,408       89,812       73,657  
    Time-vested restricted units                                                                        
    122       38       --  
    Total Weighted average Units outstanding
    97,530       89,850       73,657  
  Basic earnings per Unit:
                       
    Income from continuing operations                                                                        
  $ 1.65     $ 2.60     $ 1.77  
    Discontinued operations                                                                        
    --       --       0.19  
    Limited partners’ interest in net income                                                                        
  $ 1.65     $ 2.60     $ 1.96  
DILUTED EARNINGS PER UNIT:
                       
  Numerator:
                       
    Income from continuing operations                                                                        
  $ 160,969     $ 233,193     $ 130,483  
    Discontinued operations                                                                        
    --       --       13,835  
    Limited partners’ interest in net income                                                                        
  $ 160,969     $ 233,193     $ 144,318  
  Denominator:
                       
    Units                                                                        
    97,408       89,812       73,657  
    Time-vested restricted units                                                                        
    122       38       --  
    Total Weighted average Units outstanding
    97,530       89,850       73,657  
  Diluted earnings per Unit:
                       
    Income from continuing operations                                                                        
  $ 1.65     $ 2.60     $ 1.77  
    Discontinued operations                                                                        
    --       --       0.19  
    Limited partners’ interest in net income                                                                        
  $ 1.65     $ 2.60     $ 1.96  

Our General Partner’s percentage interest in our net income increases as cash distributions paid per Unit increase, in accordance with our Partnership Agreement.  At December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, we had outstanding 104,704,861, 89,911,532 and 89,804,829 Units, respectively.

 
 
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NOTE 17.   COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
 
Litigation
 
In 1991, we were named as a defendant in a matter styled Jimmy R. Green, et al. v. Cities Service Refinery, et al. as filed in the 26th Judicial District Court of Bossier Parish, Louisiana.  The plaintiffs in this matter reside or formerly resided on land that was once the site of a refinery owned by one of our co-defendants.  The former refinery is located near our Bossier City facility.  Plaintiffs have claimed personal injuries and property damage arising from alleged contamination of the refinery property.  The plaintiffs have pursued certification as a class and have significantly increased their demand to approximately $175.0 million. We have never owned any interest in the refinery property made the basis of this action, and we do not believe that we contributed to any alleged contamination of this property.  While we cannot predict the ultimate outcome, we do not believe that the outcome of this lawsuit will have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
 
On September 18, 2006, Peter Brinckerhoff, a purported unitholder of TEPPCO, filed a complaint in the Court of Chancery of New Castle County in the State of Delaware, in his individual capacity, as a putative class action on behalf of our other unitholders, and derivatively on our behalf, concerning proposals made to our unitholders in our definitive proxy statement filed with the SEC on September 11, 2006  (“Proxy Statement”) and other transactions involving us and Enterprise Products Partners or its affiliates.  Mr. Brinckerhoff filed an amended complaint on July 12, 2007.  The amended complaint names as defendants the General Partner; the Board of Directors of the General Partner; EPCO; Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its affiliates and Dan L. Duncan.  We are named as a nominal defendant.
 
The amended complaint alleges, among other things, that certain of the transactions adopted at a special meeting of our unitholders on December 8, 2006, including a reduction of the General Partner’s maximum percentage interest in our distributions in exchange for Units (the “Issuance Proposal”), were unfair to our unitholders and constituted a breach by the defendants of fiduciary duties owed to our unitholders and that the Proxy Statement failed to provide our unitholders with all material facts necessary for them to make an informed decision whether to vote in favor of or against the proposals.  The amended complaint further alleges that, since Mr. Duncan acquired control of the General Partner in 2005, the defendants, in breach of their fiduciary duties to us and our unitholders, have caused us to enter into certain transactions with Enterprise Products Partners or its affiliates that were unfair to us or otherwise unfairly favored Enterprise Products Partners or its affiliates over us.  The amended complaint alleges that such transactions include the Jonah joint venture entered into by us and an Enterprise Products Partners affiliate in August 2006 (citing the fact that our ACG Committee did not obtain a fairness opinion from an independent investment banking firm in approving the transaction), and the sale by us to an Enterprise Products Partners’ affiliate of the Pioneer plant in March 2006.  As more fully described in the Proxy Statement, the ACG Committee recommended the Issuance Proposal for approval by the Board of Directors of the General Partner.  The amended complaint also alleges that Richard S. Snell, Michael B. Bracy and Murray H. Hutchison, constituting the three members of the ACG Committee at the time, cannot be considered independent because of their alleged ownership of securities in Enterprise Products Partners and its affiliates and/or their relationships with Mr. Duncan.
 
The amended complaint seeks relief (i) awarding damages for profits and special benefits allegedly obtained by defendants as a result of the alleged wrongdoings in the complaint; (ii) rescinding all actions taken pursuant to the Proxy vote and (iii) awarding plaintiff costs of the action, including fees and expenses of his attorneys and experts.   Pre-trial discovery in this proceeding is underway.  While we cannot predict the ultimate outcome, we do not believe that the outcome of this lawsuit will have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
 
In October 2005, Williams Gas Processing, n/k/a Williams Field Services Company, LLC (“Williams”) notified Jonah that the gas delivered to Williams’ Opal Gas Processing Plant (“Opal Plant”) allegedly failed to conform to quality specifications of the Interconnect and Operator Balancing Agreement (“Interconnect Agreement”) which has allegedly caused damages to the Opal Plant in excess of $28.0 million.  On July 24, 2007,
 
 
 
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Jonah filed suit against Williams in Harris County, Texas seeking a declaratory order that Jonah was not liable to Williams.  In addition, on August 24, 2007, Williams filed a complaint in the 3rd Judicial District Court of Lincoln County, Wyoming alleging that Jonah was delivering non-conforming gas from its gathering customers in the Jonah system to the Opal Plant, in violation of the Interconnect Agreement.  Jonah denies any liability to Williams. Discovery is ongoing.
 
In addition to the proceedings discussed above, we have been, in the ordinary course of business, a defendant in various lawsuits and a party to various other legal proceedings, some of which are covered in whole or in part by insurance. We believe that the outcome of these other proceedings will not individually or in the aggregate have a future material adverse effect on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
 
Regulatory Matters
 
Our pipelines and other facilities are subject to multiple environmental obligations and potential liabilities under a variety of federal, state and local laws and regulations. These include, without limitation: the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act; the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; the Clean Air Act; the Federal Water Pollution Control Act or the Clean Water Act; the Oil Pollution Act; and analogous state and local laws and regulations. Such laws and regulations affect many aspects of our present and future operations, and generally require us to obtain and comply with a wide variety of environmental registrations, licenses, permits, inspections and other approvals, with respect to air emissions, water quality, wastewater discharges, and solid and hazardous waste management. Failure to comply with these requirements may expose us to fines, penalties and/or interruptions in our operations that could influence our results of operations. If an accidental leak, spill or release of hazardous substances occurs at any facilities that we own, operate or otherwise use, or where we send materials for treatment or disposal, we could be held jointly and severally liable for all resulting liabilities, including investigation, remedial and clean-up costs. Likewise, we could be required to remove or remediate previously disposed wastes or property contamination, including groundwater contamination.  Any or all of this could materially affect our results of operations and cash flows.

We believe that our operations and facilities are in substantial compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations, and that the cost of compliance with such laws and regulations will not have a material adverse effect on our results of operations or financial position. We cannot ensure, however, that existing environmental regulations will not be revised or that new regulations will not be adopted or become applicable to us. The clear trend in environmental regulation is to place more restrictions and limitations on activities that may be perceived to affect the environment, and thus there can be no assurance as to the amount or timing of future expenditures for environmental regulation compliance or remediation, and actual future expenditures may be different from the amounts we currently anticipate. Revised or additional regulations that result in increased compliance costs or additional operating restrictions, particularly if those costs are not fully recoverable from our customers, could have  a material adverse effect on our business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.  At December 31, 2008 and 2007, we had accrued liabilities of $6.9 million and $4.0 million, respectively, related to sites requiring environmental remediation activities.

In 1999, our Arcadia, Louisiana, facility and adjacent terminals were directed by the Remediation Services Division of the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (“LDEQ”) to pursue remediation of environmental contamination.  Effective March 2004, we executed an access agreement with an adjacent industrial landowner who is located upgradient of the Arcadia facility.  This agreement enables the landowner to proceed with remediation activities at our Arcadia facility for which it has accepted shared responsibility.  At December 31, 2008, we have an accrued liability of $0.5 million for remediation costs at our Arcadia facility.  We do not expect that the completion of the remediation program proposed to the LDEQ will have a future material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

 
 
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We received a notice of probable violation from the U.S. Department of Transportation on April 25, 2005, for alleged violations of pipeline safety regulations at our Todhunter facility, with a proposed $0.4 million civil penalty.  We responded on June 30, 2005, by admitting certain of the alleged violations, contesting others and requesting a reduction in the proposed civil penalty.  We do not expect any settlement, fine or penalty to have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

The FERC, pursuant to the Interstate Commerce Act of 1887, as amended, the Energy Policy Act of 1992 and rules and orders promulgated thereunder, regulates the tariff rates for our interstate common carrier pipeline operations.  To be lawful under that Act, interstate tariff rates, terms and conditions of service must be just and reasonable and not unduly discriminatory, and must be on file with FERC.  In addition, pipelines may not confer any undue preference upon any shipper.  Shippers may protest, and the FERC may investigate, the lawfulness of new or changed tariff rates.  The FERC can suspend those tariff rates for up to seven months.  It can also require refunds of amounts collected with interest pursuant to rates that are ultimately found to be unlawful.  The FERC and interested parties can also challenge tariff rates that have become final and effective.  Because of the complexity of rate making, the lawfulness of any rate is never assured.  A successful challenge of our rates could adversely affect our revenues.

The FERC uses prescribed rate methodologies for approving regulated tariff rates for transporting crude oil and refined products.  Our interstate tariff rates are either market-based or derived in accordance with the FERC’s indexing methodology, which currently allows a pipeline to increase its rates by a percentage linked to the producer price index for finished goods.  These methodologies may limit our ability to set rates based on our actual costs or may delay the use of rates reflecting increased costs.  Changes in the FERC’s approved methodology for approving rates could adversely affect us.  Adverse decisions by the FERC in approving our regulated rates could adversely affect our cash flow.

The intrastate liquids pipeline transportation and gas gathering services we provide are subject to various state laws and regulations that apply to the rates we charge and the terms and conditions of the services we offer.  Although state regulation typically is less onerous than FERC regulation, the rates we charge and the provision of our services may be subject to challenge.

Although our natural gas gathering systems are generally exempt from FERC regulation under the Natural Gas Act of 1938, FERC regulation still significantly affects our natural gas gathering business.  Our natural gas gathering operations could be adversely affected in the future should they become subject to the application of federal regulation of rates and services or if the states in which we operate adopt policies imposing more onerous regulation on gathering.  Additional rules and legislation pertaining to these matters are considered and adopted from time to time at both state and federal levels.  We cannot predict what effect, if any, such regulatory changes and legislation might have on our operations or revenues.

 
 
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Contractual Obligations
 
The following table summarizes our various contractual obligations at December 31, 2008.  A description of each type of contractual obligation follows:
 
   
Payment or Settlement due by Period
 
   
Total
   
2009
   
2010
   
2011
   
2012
   
2013
   
Thereafter
 
                                           
Maturities of long-term debt (1)
  $ 2,516,654     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ 1,016,654     $ 450,000     $ 1,050,000  
Interest payments (2)
  $ 2,624,102     $ 146,838     $ 146,838     $ 146,839     $ 127,474     $ 87,975     $ 1,968,138  
Operating leases (3)
  $ 55,696     $ 12,467     $ 10,640     $ 9,712     $ 9,045     $ 6,156     $ 7,676  
Purchase obligations (4):
                                                       
  Product purchase commitments:
                                                       
    Estimated payment obligation:
                                                       
      Crude oil
  $ 212,435     $ 212,435     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
      Refined Products
  $ 10,594     $ 10,594     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
      Other
  $ 3,057     $ 1,772     $ 884     $ 401     $ --     $ --     $ --  
    Underlying major volume commitments:
                                                 
      Crude oil (in barrels)
  $ 4,409     $ 4,409     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
      Refined Products (in barrels)
  $ 353     $ 353     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
  Service payment commitments (5) 
  $ 5,024     $ 4,675     $ 349     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
Contributions to Jonah (6)
  $ 27,000     $ 27,000     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
Contributions to Texas Offshore Port
System (7)
  $ 70,000     $ 70,000     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
Capital expenditure obligations (8)
  $ 116,733     $ 116,733     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
Other liabilities and deferred credits (9)
  $ 28,826     $ --     $ 5,616     $ 5,607     $ 5,607     $ 2,096     $ 9,900  
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(1)  
We have long-term payment obligations under our Revolving Credit Facility, our senior notes and our junior subordinated notes.  Amounts shown in the table represent our scheduled future maturities of long-term debt principal for the periods indicated (see Note 12 for additional information regarding our consolidated debt obligations).
(2)  
Includes interest payments due on our senior notes and junior subordinated notes and interest payments and commitment fees due on our Revolving Credit Facility.  The interest amount calculated on the Revolving Credit Facility and the junior subordinated notes is based on the assumption that the amount outstanding and the interest rate charged both remain at their current levels.
(3)  
We lease certain property, plant and equipment under noncancelable and cancelable operating leases.  Amounts shown in the table represent minimum cash lease payment obligations under our operating leases with terms in excess of one year for the periods indicated.  Lease expense is charged to operating costs and expenses on a straight line basis over the period of expected economic benefit.  Contingent rental payments are expensed as incurred.  Total rental expense for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, was $20.0 million, $22.1 million and $25.3 million, respectively.
(4)  
We have long and short-term purchase obligations for products and services with third-party suppliers.  The prices that we are obligated to pay under these contracts approximate current market prices.  The preceding table shows our commitments and estimated payment obligations under these contracts for the periods indicated.  Our estimated future payment obligations are based on the contractual price under each contract for products and services at December 31, 2008.  The majority of contractual commitments we make for the purchase of crude oil range in term from a thirty-day evergreen to one year.  A substantial portion of the contracts for the purchase of crude oil that extend beyond thirty days include cancellation provisions that allow us to cancel the contract with thirty days written notice.
(5)  
Includes approximately $4.5 million related to a shipment commitment on Centennial, approximately $0.4 million related to a commitment to pay for compression services on Val Verde and approximately $0.1 million related to the monthly service fee we pay Cenac to operate the marine assets in accordance with the transitional operating agreement.
(6)  
Expected contributions to Jonah in 2009 for our share of capital expenditures.

 
 
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(7)  
Expected contributions to Texas Offshore Port System for our share of costs related to the TOPS and PACE projects.  We are obligated under the joint venture agreement to contribute one-third of the funds to complete the projects, which we currently estimate will total $600.0 million for our share.
(8)  
We have short-term payment obligations relating to capital projects we have initiated.  These commitments represent unconditional payment obligations that we have agreed to pay vendors for services rendered or products purchased.
(9)  
Includes approximately $9.6 million of long-term deferred revenue payments, primarily in the Downstream and Upstream segments, which are being recognized into income as the services are performed and approximately $12.0 million related to our estimated long-term portions of our liabilities under our guarantees to Centennial for its credit agreement and for a catastrophic event.  The amount of commitment by year is our best estimate of projected payments of these long-term liabilities.

Other
 
Guarantees

At December 31, 2008 and 2007, Centennial’s debt obligations consisted of $129.9 million and $140.0 million, respectfully, borrowed under a master shelf loan agreement.  In January 2008, we entered into an Amended Guaranty agreement with Centennial’s lenders, under which the TEPPCO Guarantors are required, on a joint and several basis, to pay 50% of any past-due amount under Centennial’s master shelf loan agreement not paid by Centennial.  The Amended Guaranty also has a credit maintenance requirement whereby we may be required to provide additional credit support in the form of a letter of credit or pay certain fees if either of our credit ratings from S&P and Moody’s falls below investment grade levels as specified in the Amended Guaranty.  If Centennial defaults on its debt obligations, the estimated maximum potential amount of future payments for the TEPPCO Guarantors and Marathon is $65.0 million each at December 31, 2008.  At December 31, 2008, we have a liability of $9.0 million, which is based upon the expected present value of amounts we would have to pay under the guarantee.

TE Products, Marathon and Centennial have also entered into a limited cash call agreement, which allows each member to contribute cash in lieu of Centennial procuring separate insurance in the event of a third-party liability arising from a catastrophic event.  There is an indefinite term for the agreement and each member is to contribute cash in proportion to its ownership interest, up to a maximum of $50.0 million each.  As a result of the catastrophic event guarantee, at December 31, 2008, TE Products has a liability of $3.9 million, which is based upon the expected present value of amounts we would have to pay under the guarantee.  If a catastrophic event were to occur and we were required to contribute cash to Centennial, such contributions might be covered by our insurance (net of deductible), depending upon the nature of the catastrophic event.

One of our subsidiaries, TCO, has entered into master equipment lease agreements with finance companies for the use of various pieces of equipment.  We currently estimate that our minimum lease payment related to this equipment will be $3.9 million for 2009.  We have guaranteed the full and timely payment and performance of TCO’s obligations under the agreements.  Generally, events of default would trigger our performance under the guarantee.  The maximum potential amount of future payments under the guarantee is not estimable, but would include base rental payments for both current and future equipment, stipulated loss payments in the event any equipment is stolen, damaged, or destroyed and any future indemnity payments.  We carry insurance coverage that may offset any payments required under the guarantees.  We do not believe that any performance under the guarantee would have a material effect on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.

Motiva Project

In December 2006, we signed an agreement with Motiva Enterprises, LLC (“Motiva”) for us to construct and operate a new refined products storage facility to support the expansion of Motiva’s refinery in Port Arthur, Texas.  Under the terms of the agreement, we are constructing a 5.4 million barrel refined products storage facility for gasoline and distillates.  The agreement also provides for a 15-year throughput and dedication of volume, which will commence upon completion of the refinery expansion or July 1, 2010, which ever comes first.  The project includes the construction of 20 storage tanks, five 5.4-mile product pipelines connecting the storage facility to

 
 
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Motiva’s refinery, 21,000 horsepower of pumping capacity, and distribution pipeline connections to the Colonial, Explorer and Magtex pipelines.  As a part of a separate but complementary initiative, we are constructing an 11-mile, 20-inch pipeline to connect the new storage facility in Port Arthur to our refined products terminal in Beaumont, Texas, which is one of the primary origination facilities for our mainline system.  These projects will facilitate connections to additional markets through the Colonial, Explorer and Magtex pipeline systems and provide the Motiva refinery with access to our pipeline system.  The total cost of the project is expected to be approximately $355.0 million, which includes $25.0 million for the 11-mile, 20-inch pipeline, $24.0 million of capitalized interest and $17.0 million of mutually agreed upon scope changes requested by Motiva.  Through December 31, 2008, we have spent approximately $170.1 million on this construction project.  Under the terms of the agreement, if Motiva cancels the agreement prior to the commencement date of the project, Motiva will reimburse us the actual reasonable expenses we have incurred after the effective date of the agreement, including both internal and external costs that would be capitalized as a part of the project, plus a ten percent cancellation fee.

Texas Offshore Port System

We, through a subsidiary, own a one-third interest in the Texas Offshore Port System joint venture.  The aggregate cost of the TOPS and PACE projects is expected to be approximately $1.8 billion (excluding capitalized interest), with the majority of such expenditures currently expected to occur in 2010 and 2011.  We have guaranteed up to approximately $700.0 million, which includes a contingency amount for potential cost overruns, of the capital expenditure obligations of our subsidiary in the joint venture.  See Note 9 for further information.

Other

Substantially all of the petroleum products that we transport and store are owned by our customers.  At December 31, 2008, TCTM and TE Products had approximately 5.2 million barrels and 11.3 million barrels, respectively, of products in their custody that were owned by customers.  We are obligated for the transportation, storage and delivery of such products on behalf of our customers.  We maintain insurance to cover product losses through circumstances beyond our control at levels we believe are consistent with the associated exposures.

Insurance
 
We carry insurance coverage we believe to be consistent with the exposures associated with the nature and scope of our operations.  As of December 31, 2008, our current insurance coverage includes (1) commercial general liability insurance for liabilities to third parties for bodily injury and property damage resulting from our operations; (2) workers’ compensation coverage to required statutory limits;  (3) automobile liability insurance for all owned, non-owned and hired vehicles covering liabilities to third parties for bodily injury and property damage, (4) property insurance covering the replacement value of all real and personal property damage, including damages arising from earthquake, flood damage and business interruption/extra expense and (5) hulls and certain liabilities which may arise from marine vessel operations.  For select assets, we also carry pollution liability insurance that provides coverage for historical and gradual pollution events.  All coverages are subject to certain deductibles, limits or sub-limits and policy terms and conditions.
 
We also maintain excess liability insurance coverage above the established primary limits for commercial general liability and automobile liability insurance.  Limits, terms, conditions and deductibles are commensurate with the nature and scope of our operations.  The cost of our general insurance coverage has increased over the past year reflecting the changing conditions of the insurance markets.  These insurance policies, except for the pollution liability policies, are through EPCO (see Note 15).

 
 
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Commitments under our EPCO equity compensation plans
 
In accordance with our agreements with EPCO, we reimburse EPCO for our share of its compensation expense associated with certain employees who perform management, administrative and operating functions for us (see Note 1).  This includes costs associated with unit option awards granted to these employees to purchase our Units.  At December 31, 2008, there were 355,000 unit options outstanding for which we were responsible for reimbursing EPCO for the costs of such awards (see Note 4).

The weighted-average strike price of unit option awards outstanding at December 31, 2008 was $40.00 per Unit.  At December 31, 2008, none of these unit options were exercisable.  As these options are exercised, we will reimburse EPCO for the gross unit option value of the options exercised to make EPCO whole for related employee tax withholding requirements.  See Note 4 for additional information regarding our accounting for equity awards.

 
NOTE 18.   CONCENTRATIONS OF CREDIT RISK

Our primary market areas are located in the Northeast, Midwest and Southwest regions of the United States.  We have a concentration of trade receivable balances due from major integrated oil companies, independent oil companies and other pipelines and wholesalers. These concentrations of customers may affect our overall credit risk in that the customers may be similarly affected by changes in economic, regulatory or other factors.  We analyze our customers’ historical and future credit positions prior to extending credit.  We manage our exposure to credit risk through credit analysis, credit approvals, credit limits and monitoring procedures, and for certain transactions may utilize letters of credit, prepayments and guarantees.

For the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, Valero Energy Corp. accounted for 21%, 16% and 14%, respectively, of our total consolidated revenues, and for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006, BP Oil Supply Company accounted for 16%, 14% and 11%, respectively, of our total consolidated revenues.  Additionally, for the year ended December 31, 2007, Shell Trading Company accounted for 12% of our total consolidated revenues.  No other single customer accounted for 10% or more of our total consolidated revenues for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006.

 
 
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NOTE 19.   SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION

The following table provides information regarding (i) the net effect of changes in our operating assets and liabilities, (ii) non-cash investing and financing activities and (iii) cash payments for interest for the years ended December 31, 2008, 2007 and 2006:
 
   
For Year Ended December 31,
 
   
2008
   
2007
   
2006
 
                   
Decrease (increase) in:
                 
Accounts receivable, trade                                                                           
  $ 591,498     $ (529,055 )   $ (67,317 )
Accounts receivable, related parties                                                                           
    (8,884 )     (5,986 )     1,736  
Inventories                                                                           
    28,526       (8,255 )     (45,002 )
Other current assets                                                                           
    4,669       (7,356 )     25,850  
Other                                                                           
    (13,763 )     (17,527 )     (10,740 )
Increase (decrease) in:
                       
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
    (627,198 )     558,111       44,348  
Accounts payable, related parties
    (12,877 )     3,374       15,696  
Other                                                                           
    (10,079 )     (1,946 )     (1,268 )
                         
Net effect of changes in operating accounts                                                                                
  $ (48,108 )   $ (8,640 )   $ (36,697 )
                         
Non-cash investing activities:
                       
   Net assets transferred to Jonah Gas Gathering Company.
  $ --     $ --     $ 572,609  
   Payable to Enterprise Gas Processing, LLC for spending
    for Phase V expansion of Jonah Gas Gathering Company
    (see Note 9)                                                                                
  $ 995     $ 9,878     $ 8,732  
   Liabilities for Construction work in progress
  $ 17,213     $ 11,334     $ 10,786  
Non-cash financing activities:
                       
Issuance of Units in Cenac acquisition (see Note 10)
  $ 186,558     $ --     $ --  
Supplemental disclosure of cash flows:
                       
   Cash paid for interest (net of amounts capitalized)
  $ 128,136     $ 104,220     $ 88,107  
   Cash payments for state income taxes                                                                                
  $ 1,947     $ 20     $ --  

We determine net cash flows provided by operating activities using the indirect method, which adjusts net income for items that did not affect cash.  Under GAAP, we use the accrual basis of accounting to determine net income.  This basis requires that we record revenue when earned and expenses when incurred.  Earned revenues may include credit sales that have not been collected in cash and expenses incurred that may not have been paid in cash.   The extent to which changes in operating accounts influence net cash flows provided by operating activities generally depends on the following:

§  
The timing of cash receipts from revenue transactions and cash payments for expense transactions near the end of each reporting period.   For example, if significant cash receipts are posted on the last day of the current reporting period, but subsequent payments on expense invoices are made on the first day of the next reporting period, net cash flows provided by operating activities will reflect an increase in the current reporting period that will be reduced as payments are made in the next period.

§  
If commodity or other prices increase between reporting periods, changes in accounts receivable and accounts payable and accrued expenses may appear larger than in previous periods; however, overall levels of receivables and payables may still reflect normal ranges.

 
 
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§  
Additions to inventory for forward sales transactions or other reasons or increased expenditures for prepaid items would be reflected as a use of cash and reduce overall cash provided by operating activities in a given reporting period.  As these assets are charged to expense in subsequent periods, the expense amount is reflected as a positive change in operating accounts; however, there is no impact on operating cash flows.

In addition to the adjustments noted above, non-cash charges in the income statement are added back to net income and noncash credits are deducted to compute net cash flows provided by operating activities.  Examples of noncash charges include depreciation and amortization.

 
NOTE 20.   SELECTED QUARTERLY DATA (UNAUDITED)
 
   
First
   
Second
   
Third
   
Fourth
 
   
Quarter
   
Quarter
   
Quarter
   
Quarter
 
2008:
                       
Operating revenues
  $ 2,808,488     $ 4,180,463     $ 4,205,744     $ 2,338,194  
Operating income
    83,519       59,276       59,860       50,765  
Net income                                                               
    64,139       47,682       47,031       34,700  
Basic and diluted net income per Limited
         Partner Unit (1) (2)
  $ 0.57     $ 0.42     $ 0.40     $ 0.28  


   
First
   
Second
   
Third
   
Fourth
 
   
Quarter
   
Quarter
   
Quarter
   
Quarter
 
2007:
                       
Operating revenues
  $ 1,978,429     $ 2,049,436     $ 2,580,657     $ 3,049,538  
Operating income
    83,434       50,729       54,719       60,673  
Net income                                                               
    138,191       47,760       47,631       45,598  
Basic and diluted net income per Limited
         Partner Unit (1) (2)
  $ 1.29     $ 0.44     $ 0.44     $ 0.42  
______________________

(1)  
Per Unit calculations include 14,793,329 Units issued in 2008 (4,854,899 Units issued in connection with Cenac acquisition, 378,437 Units issued under the DRIP, 23,097 Units issued under the Unit Purchase Plan, 95,516 net restricted units issued and 9,441,380 Units issued in September 2008) and 106,703 Units issued in 2007 (62,400 restricted units issued, 4,507 Units issued under the Unit Purchase Plan and 39,796 Units issued under the DRIP).
(2)  
The sum of the four quarters does not equal the total year due to rounding.
 
 
NOTE 21.   SUPPLEMENTAL CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING FINANCIAL INFORMATION

TE Products, TCTM, TEPPCO Midstream and Val Verde have issued full, unconditional, and joint and several guarantees of our senior notes, our Junior Subordinated Notes (collectively “the Guaranteed Debt”), our Revolving Credit Facility, and prior to its termination, our Term Credit Facility.  TE Products, TCTM, TEPPCO Midstream and Val Verde are collectively referred to as the “Guarantor Subsidiaries.”

The following supplemental condensed consolidating financial information reflects our separate accounts, the combined accounts of the Guarantor Subsidiaries, the combined accounts of our other non-guarantor subsidiaries, the combined consolidating adjustments and eliminations and our consolidated accounts for the dates and periods indicated.  For purposes of the following consolidating information, our investments in our subsidiaries and the Guarantor Subsidiaries’ investments in their subsidiaries are accounted for under the equity method of

 
 
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accounting.  Earnings of subsidiaries are therefore reflected in the Partnership’s and Guarantor Subsidiaries’ investment accounts and earnings.  The elimination entries presented herein eliminate investments in subsidiaries and intercompany balances and transactions.

   
December 31, 2008
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Assets
                             
  Current assets
  $ 23,095     $ 145,146     $ 1,147,976     $ (408,655 )   $ 907,562  
  Property, plant and equipment – net
    13,505       1,294,785       1,131,620       --       2,439,910  
  Equity investments
    8,951       1,020,928       226,044       --       1,255,923  
  Investments
    1,685,985       398,946       21       (2,084,952 )     --  
  Intercompany notes receivable
    2,628,274       --       --       (2,628,274 )     --  
  Intangible assets
    --       117,936       89,717       --       207,653  
  Goodwill
    --       --       106,611       --       106,611  
  Other assets
    14,371       33,373       84,417       --       132,161  
Total assets
  $ 4,374,181     $ 3,011,114     $ 2,786,406     $ (5,121,881 )   $ 5,049,820  
Liabilities and partners’ capital
                                       
  Current liabilities
  $ 244,452     $ 215,397     $ 848,802     $ (408,655 )   $ 899,996  
  Long-term debt
    2,529,519       --       --       --       2,529,519  
  Intercompany notes payable
    --       1,424,240       1,204,034       (2,628,274 )     --  
  Other long term liabilities
    8,731       17,035       3,060       --       28,826  
  Total partners’ capital
    1,591,479       1,354,442       730,510       (2,084,952 )     1,591,479  
Total liabilities and partners’ capital
  $ 4,374,181     $ 3,011,114     $ 2,786,406     $ (5,121,881 )   $ 5,049,820  

   
December 31, 2007
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Assets
                             
  Current assets
  $ 32,302     $ 77,083     $ 1,499,653     $ (93,049 )   $ 1,515,989  
  Property, plant and equipment – net
    --       1,142,630       651,004       --       1,793,634  
  Equity investments
    --       958,345       188,650       --       1,146,995  
  Investments
    1,286,021       388,968       19       (1,675,008 )     --  
  Intercompany notes receivable
    1,511,168       --       --       (1,511,168 )     --  
  Intangible assets
    --       136,050       28,631       --       164,681  
  Goodwill
    --       --       15,506       --       15,506  
  Other assets
    8,580       34,839       69,895       (62 )     113,252  
Total assets
  $ 2,838,071     $ 2,737,915     $ 2,453,358     $ (3,279,287 )   $ 4,750,057  
Liabilities and partners’ capital
                                       
  Current liabilities
  $ 61,926     $ 493,184     $ 1,485,164     $ (93,049 )   $ 1,947,225  
  Long-term debt
    1,511,083       --       --       --       1,511,083  
  Intercompany notes payable
    --       1,006,801       504,367       (1,511,168 )     --  
  Other long term liabilities
    435       24,466       2,283       (62 )     27,122  
  Total partners’ capital
    1,264,627       1,213,464       461,544       (1,675,008 )     1,264,627  
Total liabilities and partners’ capital
  $ 2,838,071     $ 2,737,915     $ 2,453,358     $ (3,279,287 )   $ 4,750,057  

 
 
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For Year Ended December 31, 2008
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Operating revenues
  $ --     $ 383,771     $ 13,149,310     $ (192 )   $ 13,532,889  
Costs and expenses
    --       292,741       12,991,319       (4,593 )     13,279,467  
Gains (losses) on sales of assets
    --       (2 )     4       --       2  
  Operating income
    --       91,032       157,987       4,401       253,420  
Interest expense – net
    --       (83,139 )     (56,849 )     --       (139,988 )
Equity earnings
    193,552       175,393       11,693       (297,945 )     82,693  
Other income
    --       959       1,085       --       2,044  
  Income before provision for income taxes
    193,552       184,245       113,916       (293,544 )     198,169  
Provision for income taxes
    --       1,492       3,125       --       4,617  
  Net income
  $ 193,552     $ 182,753     $ 110,791     $ (293,544 )   $ 193,552  
 
   
For Year Ended December 31, 2007
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Operating revenues
  $ --     $ 385,902     $ 9,272,707     $ (549 )   $ 9,658,060  
Costs and expenses
    --       278,630       9,153,588       (5,060 )     9,427,158  
Gains on sales of assets
    --       (18,653 )     --       --       (18,653 )
  Operating income
    --       125,925       119,119       4,511       249,555  
Interest expense – net
    --       (72,705 )     (28,518 )     --       (101,223 )
Gain on sale of ownership interest in MB
                                       
  Storage
    --       59,628       --       --       59,628  
Equity earnings
    279,180       164,107       2,602       (377,134 )     68,755  
Other income
    --       2,255       767       --       3,022  
  Income before provision for income taxes
    279,180       279,210       93,970       (372,623 )     279,737  
Provision for income taxes
    --       30       527       --       557  
  Net income
  $ 279,180     $ 279,180     $ 93,443     $ (372,623 )   $ 279,180  
 
   
For Year Ended December 31, 2006
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
                               
Operating revenues
  $ --     $ 352,844     $ 9,263,451     $ (8,810 )   $ 9,607,485  
Costs and expenses
    --       278,973       9,117,359       (11,222 )     9,385,110  
Gains on sales of assets
    --       (1,415 )     (5,989 )     --       (7,404 )
  Operating income
    --       75,286       152,081       2,412       229,779  
Interest expense – net
    --       (52,980 )     (33,191 )     --       (86,171 )
Equity earnings
    202,051       178,335       11,896       (355,521 )     36,761  
Other income
    --       1,545       1,420       --       2,965  
  Income before provision for income taxes
    202,051       202,186       132,206       (353,109 )     183,334  
Provision for income taxes
    --       135       517       --       652  
  Income from continuing operations
    202,051       202,051       131,689       (353,109 )     182,682  
Discontinued operations
    --       --       19,369       --       19,369  
  Net income
  $ 202,051     $ 202,051     $ 151,058     $ (353,109 )   $ 202,051  
 
 
 
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TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)

   
For Year Ended December 31, 2008
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Operating activities:
                             
Net income
  $ 193,552     $ 182,753     $ 110,791     $ (293,544 )   $ 193,552  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:
                                       
Depreciation and amortization
    --       70,457       55,872       --       126,329  
Earnings in equity investments
    --       (75,401 )     (11,693 )     4,401       (82,693 )
Distributions from equity investments
    --       132,295       13,800       --       146,095  
Other, net
    (71,475 )     138,403       (338,563 )     235,213       (36,422 )
Net cash from operating activities
    122,077       448,507       (169,793 )     (53,930 )     346,861  
Cash flows from investing activities:
                                       
Cash used for business combinations
    --       --       (351,327 )     --       (351,327 )
Investment in Jonah
    --       (129,759 )     --       --       (129,759 )
Investment in Texas Offshore Port System
    --       --       (35,953 )     --       (35,953 )
Capital expenditures
    --       (193,313 )     (98,641 )     (8,549 )     (300,503 )
Other, net
    --       (694 )     (12,784 )     --       (13,478 )
Net cash flows from investing activities
    --       (323,766 )     (498,705 )     (8,549 )     (831,020 )
Cash flows from financing activities:
                                       
Proceeds from term credit facility
    1,000,000       --       --       --       1,000,000  
Repayments on term credit facility
    (1,000,000 )     --       --       --       (1,000,000 )
Proceeds on revolving credit facility
    2,508,089       --       --       --       2,508,089  
Repayments on revolving credit facility
    (2,481,436 )     --       --       --       (2,481,436 )
Repayment of debt assumed in Cenac acquisition
    --       --       (63,157 )     --       (63,157 )
Redemption of 7.51% TE Products Senior Notes
    --       (181,571 )     --       --       (181,571 )
Repayment of 6.45% TE Products Senior Notes
    --       (180,000 )     --       --       (180,000 )
Issuance of Limited Partner Units, net
    275,856       --       --       --       275,856  
Issuance of senior notes
    996,349       --       --       --       996,349  
Acquisition of treasury units
    (9 )     --       --       --       (9 )
Debt issuance costs
    (9,862 )     --       --       --       (9,862 )
Settlement of treasury lock agreements
    (52,098 )     --       --       --       (52,098 )
Intercompany debt activities
    (1,023,002 )     564,757       882,971       (424,726 )     --  
Distributions
    (327,997 )     (327,997 )     (151,316 )     479,313       (327,997 )
Net cash flows from financing activities
    (114,110 )     (124,811 )     668,498       54,587       484,164  
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
    7,967       (70 )     --       (7,892 )     5  
Cash and cash equivalents, January 1
    8,147       70       22       (8,216 )     23  
Cash and cash equivalents, December 31
  $ 16,114     $ --     $ 22     $ (16,108 )   $ 28  

 
 
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TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)
 
   
For Year Ended December 31, 2007
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Operating activities:
                             
Net income
  $ 279,180     $ 279,180     $ 93,443     $ (372,623 )   $ 279,180  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:
                                       
Depreciation and amortization
    --       75,377       29,848       --       105,225  
Earnings in equity investments
    --       (70,664 )     (2,602 )     4,511       (68,755 )
Distributions from equity investments
    --       110,500       12,400       --       122,900  
Gains in sales of assets
    --       (18,653 )     --       --       (18,653 )
Gain on sale of ownership interest in Mont Belvieu Storage Partners, L.P.
    --       (59,628 )     --       --       (59,628 )
Other, net
    (286,162 )     (68,940 )     56,230       289,175       (9,697 )
Net cash from operating activities
    (6,982 )     247,172       189,319       (78,937 )     350,572  
Cash flows from investing activities:
                                       
Proceeds from sales of assets
    --       26,550       1,234       --       27,784  
Proceeds from sale of ownership interest
    --       137,326       --       --       137,326  
Purchase of assets
    --       (6,180 )     (6,729 )     --       (12,909 )
Investment in Centennial
    --       (11,081 )     --       --       (11,081 )
Investment in Jonah
    --       (187,547 )     --       --       (187,547 )
Capital expenditures
    --       (153,715 )     (74,557 )     --       (228,272 )
Other, net
    --       (18,144 )     (24,557 )     --       (42,701 )
Net cash flows from investing activities
    --       (212,791 )     (104,609 )     --       (317,400 )
Cash flows from financing activities:
                                       
Proceeds on revolving credit facility
    1,305,750       --       --       --       1,305,750  
Repayments on revolving credit facility
    (1,305,750 )     --       --       --       (1,305,750 )
Issuance of Limited Partner Units, net
    1,696       --       --       --       1,696  
Redemption of portion of 7.51% Senior Notes
    --       (36,138 )     --       --       (36,138 )
Issuance of Junior Subordinated Notes
    299,517       --       --       --       299,517  
Debt issuance costs
    (4,052 )     --       --       --       (4,052 )
Intercompany debt activities
    --       297,512       2,005       (299,517 )     --  
Distributions
    (294,450 )     (294,450 )     (86,765 )     381,215       (294,450 )
Other, net
    1,443       (1,235 )     2       (2 )     208  
Net cash flows from financing activities
    4,154       (34,311 )     (84,758 )     81,696       (33,219 )
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
    (2,828 )     70       (48 )     2,759       (47 )
Cash and cash equivalents, January 1
    10,975       --       70       (10,975 )     70  
Cash and cash equivalents, December 31
  $ 8,147     $ 70     $ 22     $ (8,216 )   $ 23  

 
 
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TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS – (Continued)
 
   
For Year Ended December 31, 2006
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Operating activities:
                             
Net income
  $ 202,051     $ 202,051     $ 151,058     $ (353,109 )   $ 202,051  
    Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:
                                       
Depreciation and amortization
    --       71,100       37,152       --       108,252  
Earnings in equity investments
    --       (27,034 )     (11,905 )     2,178       (36,761 )
Distributions from equity investments
    --       42,965       20,518       --       63,483  
Other, net
    1,412       (31,926 )     (47,279 )     13,841       (63,952 )
Net cash from operating activities
    203,463       257,156       149,544       (337,090 )     273,073  
Cash flows from investing activities:
                                       
Proceeds from sales of assets
    --       11,888       39,670       --       51,558  
Purchase of assets
    --       (20,473 )     --       --       (20,473 )
Investment in MB Storage
    --       (4,767 )     --               (4,767 )
Investment in Centennial
    --       (2,500 )     --       --       (2,500 )
Investment in Jonah
    --       (121,035 )     --       --       (121,035 )
Capital expenditures
    --       (54,430 )     (118,132 )     2,516       (170,046 )
Intercompany activities
    (195,060 )     243,823       --       (48,763 )     --  
Other, net
    --       (4,270 )     (2,183 )     --       (6,453 )
Net cash flows from investing activities
    (195,060 )     48,236       (80,645 )     (46,247 )     (273,716 )
Cash flows from financing activities:
                                       
Proceeds on revolving credit facility
    924,125       --       --       --       924,125  
Repayments on revolving credit facility
    (840,025 )     --       --       --       (840,025 )
Issuance of Limited Partner Units, net
    195,060       --       --       --       195,060  
Intercompany debt activities
    --       37,219       90,163       (127,382 )     --  
Distributions
    (278,566 )     (342,611 )     (159,099 )     501,710       (278,566 )
Net cash flows from financing activities
    594       (305,392 )     (68,936 )     374,328       594  
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
    8,997       --       (37 )     (9,009 )     (49 )
Cash and cash equivalents, January 1
    1,978       --       107       (1,966 )     119  
Cash and cash equivalents, December 31
  $ 10,975     $ --     $ 70     $ (10,975 )   $ 70  
 
 
 
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exhibit99_3.htm
Exhibit 99.3
TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.
TABLE OF CONTENTS

   
Page No.
 
   Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
   
2
 
   Unaudited Condensed Statements of Consolidated Income
   
3
 
   Unaudited Condensed Statements of Consolidated Comprehensive Income
   
4
 
   Unaudited Condensed Statements of Consolidated Cash Flows
   
5
 
   Unaudited Condensed Statements of Consolidated Partners’ Capital
   
6
 
   Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements:
   
 
 
       1.  Partnership Organization and Basis of Presentation
   
7
 
       2.  General Accounting Matters
   
8
 
       3.  Accounting for Equity Awards
   
10
 
       4.  Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities
   
12
 
       5.  Inventories
   
18
 
       6.  Property, Plant and Equipment
   
18
 
       7.  Investments in Unconsolidated Affiliates
   
19
 
       8.  Business Combination
   
21
 
       9.  Intangible Assets and Goodwill
   
21
 
     10. Debt Obligations
   
22
 
     11. Partners’ Capital and Distributions
   
23
 
     12. Business Segments
   
26
 
     13. Related Party Transactions
   
28
 
     14. Earnings Per Unit
   
32
 
     15. Commitments and Contingencies
   
33
 
     16. Supplemental Cash Flow Information
   
40
 
     17. Supplemental Condensed Consolidating Financial Information
   
40
 
     18. Subsequent Events
   
44
 
 
 

 

TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
 (Dollars in millions)

   
June 30,
   
December 31,
 
ASSETS
 
2009
   
2008
 
Current assets:
           
   Cash and cash equivalents
  $ --     $ --  
   Accounts receivable, trade (net of allowance for doubtful accounts of
               
    $2.6 at June 30, 2009 and $2.6 at December 31, 2008)
    984.8       790.4  
   Accounts receivable, related parties
    10.7       15.8  
 Inventories
    95.6       52.9  
   Other
    38.7       48.5  
       Total current assets
    1,129.8       907.6  
Property, plant and equipment, at cost (net of accumulated depreciation of
               
    $729.9 at June 30, 2009 and $678.8 at December 31, 2008)
    2,591.6       2,439.9  
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates
    1,198.9       1,255.9  
Intangible assets (net of accumulated amortization of $172.3 at
       June 30, 2009 and $158.3 at December 31, 2008)
    195.1       207.7  
Goodwill
    106.6       106.6  
Other assets
    132.9       132.1  
  Total assets
  $ 5,354.9     $ 5,049.8  
                 
LIABILITIES AND PARTNERS’ CAPITAL
               
Current liabilities:
               
   Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
  $ 967.9     $ 792.5  
   Accounts payable, related parties
    40.9       17.2  
   Accrued interest
    36.0       36.4  
   Other accrued taxes
    21.0       23.0  
   Other
    21.1       30.9  
        Total current liabilities
    1,086.9       900.0  
Long-term debt:
               
     Senior notes
    1,710.9       1,713.3  
     Junior subordinated notes
    299.6       299.6  
     Other long-term debt
    723.3       516.7  
              Total long-term debt
    2,733.8       2,529.6  
Other liabilities and deferred credits
    27.8       28.7  
Commitments and contingencies
               
Partners’ capital:
               
   Limited partners’ interests:
                 
      Limited partner units (104,682,604 units outstanding at June 30, 2009
         and 104,547,561 units outstanding at December 31, 2008)
    1,673.8       1,746.2  
      Restricted limited partner units (260,400 units outstanding at June 30,
         2009 and 157,300 units outstanding at December 31, 2008)
    1.9       1.4  
   General partner’s interest
    (126.3 )     (110.3 )
   Accumulated other comprehensive loss
    (43.0 )     (45.8 )
       Total partners’ capital
    1,506.4       1,591.5  
  Total liabilities and partners’ capital
  $ 5,354.9     $ 5,049.8  
 
See Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

 

TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF CONSOLIDATED INCOME
(Dollars in millions, except per unit amounts)

   
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Operating revenues:
                       
     Sales of petroleum products
  $ 1,745.4     $ 4,006.5     $ 3,023.3     $ 6,651.1  
     Transportation – Refined products
    41.1       44.1       77.0       81.4  
     Transportation – LPGs
    17.5       16.1       55.8       52.3  
     Transportation – Crude oil
    15.2       17.4       37.1       32.7  
     Transportation – NGLs
    13.6       12.7       26.1       25.7  
     Transportation – Marine
    43.7       48.1       80.6       73.6  
     Gathering – Natural gas
    14.4       14.8       28.0       28.2  
     Other
    22.3       20.8       42.9       44.0  
         Total operating revenues
    1,913.2       4,180.5       3,370.8       6,989.0  
Costs and expenses:
                               
     Purchases of petroleum products
    1,703.3       3,975.7       2,938.8       6,582.3  
     Operating expense
    76.4       66.5       143.2       120.3  
     Operating fuel and power
    17.9       29.1       37.6       50.5  
     General and administrative
    15.8       11.0       25.8       19.8  
     Depreciation and amortization
    36.8       31.9       69.8       60.2  
     Taxes – other than income taxes
    7.1       7.0       14.0       13.1  
         Total costs and expenses
    1,857.3       4,121.2       3,229.2       6,846.2  
         Operating income
    55.9       59.3       141.6       142.8  
Other income (expense):
                               
  Interest expense
    (32.3 )     (33.0 )     (64.4 )     (71.6 )
  Equity in income (loss) of unconsolidated affiliates
    (12.2 )     21.3       12.9       41.0  
  Other, net
    0.7       1.1       1.0       1.4  
Income before provision for income taxes
    12.1       48.7       91.1       113.6  
  Provision for income taxes
    (0.9 )     (1.0 )     (1.7 )     (1.8 )
Net income
  $ 11.2     $ 47.7     $ 89.4     $ 111.8  
                                 
Net income allocated to:
                               
  Limited partners
  $ 9.3     $ 39.7     $ 74.3     $ 93.1  
  General partner
  $ 1.9     $ 8.0     $ 15.1     $ 18.7  
                                 
Basic and diluted earnings per unit
  $ 0.09     $ 0.42     $ 0.71     $ 0.99  
 
See Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

 

TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF CONSOLIDATED
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(Dollars in millions)

   
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
                         
Net income
  $ 11.2     $ 47.7     $ 89.4     $ 111.8  
Other comprehensive income (loss):
                               
Cash flow hedges: (see Note 4)
                               
  Change in fair values of interest rate derivative instruments
    --       --       --       (23.2 )
  Reclassification adjustment for loss included in net income
                               
       related to interest rate derivative instruments
    1.4       --       2.8       (0.1 )
  Changes in fair values of commodity derivative instruments
    --       (20.6 )     --       (27.1 )
  Reclassification adjustment for loss included in net income
                               
       related to commodity derivative instruments
    --       9.6       --       19.2  
         Total cash flow hedges
    1.4       (11.0 )     2.8       (31.2 )
         Total other comprehensive income (loss)
    1.4       (11.0 )     2.8       (31.2 )
Comprehensive income
  $ 12.6     $ 36.7     $ 92.2     $ 80.6  
 
See Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

 

TEPPCO PARTNERS, L.P.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOWS
(Dollars in millions)

   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
 
Operating activities:
           
   Net income
  $ 89.4     $ 111.8  
   Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash provided by operating activities:
               
      Depreciation and amortization
    69.8       60.2  
      Non-cash impairment charge     2.3       --   
      Amortization of deferred compensation
    0.1       0.7  
      Amortization in interest expense
    1.4       2.2  
      Changes in fair market value of derivative instruments
    (0.4 )     (0.3 )
      Equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates
    (12.9 )     (41.0 )
      Distributions received from unconsolidated affiliates
    89.2       79.3  
      Loss on early extinguishment of debt
    --       8.7  
      Net effect of changes in operating accounts (see Note 16)
    (31.4 )     (57.5 )
          Net cash provided by operating activities
    207.5       164.1  
Investing activities:
               
   Cash used for business combinations
    (50.0 )     (345.6 )
   Investment in Jonah Gas Gathering Company
    (19.1 )     (64.5 )
   Investment in Texas Offshore Port System (see Note 7)
    1.7       --  
   Acquisition of intangible assets
    (1.4 )     (0.3 )
   Cash paid for linefill classified as other assets
    (1.5 )     (14.5 )
   Capital expenditures
    (164.3 )     (139.2 )
          Net cash used in investing activities
    (234.6 )     (564.1 )
Financing activities:
               
   Borrowings under debt agreements
    759.3       3,344.4  
   Repayments of debt
    (552.6 )     (2,732.9 )
   Net proceeds from issuance of limited partner units
    3.3       5.6  
   Debt issuance costs
    --       (9.3 )
   Settlement of interest rate derivative instruments - treasury locks
    --       (52.1 )
   Acquisition of treasury units
    (0.1 )     --  
   Distributions paid to partners
    (182.8 )     (155.7 )
          Net cash provided by financing activities
    27.1       400.0  
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
    --       --  
Cash and cash equivalents, January 1
    --       --  
Cash and cash equivalents, June 30
  $ --     $ --  
 
See Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

 

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UNAUDITED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF
CONSOLIDATED PARTNERS’ CAPITAL
(Dollars in millions)

               
Accumulated
       
               
Other
       
   
Limited
   
General
   
Comprehensive
       
   
Partners
   
Partner
   
Income (Loss)
   
Total
 
Balance, December 31, 2008
  $ 1,747.6     $ (110.3 )   $ (45.8 )   $ 1,591.5  
Net proceeds from issuance of limited partner units
    3.3       --       --       3.3  
Acquisition of treasury units
    (0.1 )     --       --       (0.1 )
Net income
    74.3       15.1       --       89.4  
Cash distributions paid to partners
    (151.8 )     (31.0 )     --       (182.8 )
Non-cash contributions
    0.3       --       --       0.3  
Amortization of equity awards
    2.1       (0.1 )     --       2.0  
Reclassification adjustment for loss included in net
                               
   income related to interest rate derivative instruments
    --       --       2.8       2.8  
Balance, June 30, 2009
  $ 1,675.7     $ (126.3 )   $ (43.0 )   $ 1,506.4  


               
Accumulated
       
               
Other
       
   
Limited
   
General
   
Comprehensive
       
   
Partners
   
Partner
   
Income (Loss)
   
Total
 
Balance, December 31, 2007
  $ 1,395.2     $ (88.0 )   $ (42.6 )   $ 1,264.6  
Net proceeds from issuance of limited partner units
    5.6       --       --       5.6  
Issuance of limited partner units in connection with
   Cenac acquisition on February 1, 2008
    186.6       --       --       186.6  
Net income
    93.1       18.7       --       111.8  
Cash distributions paid to partners
    (129.8 )     (25.9 )     --       (155.7 )
Non-cash contributions
    0.3       --       --       0.3  
Amortization of equity awards
    0.5       --       --       0.5  
Changes in fair values of commodity derivative instruments
    --       --       (27.1 )     (27.1 )
Reclassification adjustment for loss included in net
   income related to commodity derivative instruments
    --       --       19.2       19.2  
Changes in fair values of interest rate derivative instruments
    --       --       (23.2 )     (23.2 )
Balance, June 30, 2008
  $ 1,551.5     $ (95.2 )   $ (73.7 )   $ 1,382.6  
 
See Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

 
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Except per unit amounts, or as noted within the context of each footnote disclosure, the dollar amounts presented in the tabular data within these footnote disclosures are stated in millions.

Note 1.  Partnership Organization and Basis of Presentation

Partnership Organization

TEPPCO Partners, L.P. is a publicly traded, diversified energy logistics partnership with operations that span much of the continental United States.  Our limited partner units (“Units”) are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) under the ticker symbol “TPP”.  We were formed in March 1990 as a Delaware limited partnership.  As used in this Report, “we,” “us,” “our,” the “Partnership” and “TEPPCO” mean TEPPCO Partners, L.P. and, where the context requires, include our subsidiaries.

We operate through TE Products Pipeline Company, LLC (“TE Products”), TCTM, L.P. (“TCTM”), TEPPCO Midstream Companies, LLC (“TEPPCO Midstream”), and beginning February 1, 2008, through TEPPCO Marine Services, LLC (“TEPPCO Marine Services”). Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC (the “General Partner”), a Delaware limited liability company, serves as our general partner and owns a 2% general partner interest in us.  We hold a 99.999% limited partner interest in TCTM, 99.999% membership interests in each of TE Products and TEPPCO Midstream and a 100% membership interest in TEPPCO Marine Services.  TEPPCO GP, Inc., our subsidiary, holds a 0.001% general partner interest in TCTM and a 0.001% managing member interest in each of TE Products and TEPPCO Midstream.

Dan L. Duncan and certain of his affiliates, including Enterprise GP Holdings L.P. (“Enterprise GP Holdings”) and Dan Duncan LLC, a privately held company controlled by him, control us, our General Partner and Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (“Enterprise Products Partners”) and its affiliates, including Duncan Energy Partners L.P. (“Duncan Energy Partners”).  Enterprise GP Holdings owns and controls the 2% general partner interest in us and has the right (through its 100% ownership of our General Partner) to receive the incentive distribution rights associated with the general partner interest.  Enterprise GP Holdings, DFI GP Holdings L.P. (“DFIGP”) and other entities controlled by Mr. Duncan own 17,073,315 of our Units, which include 2,500,000 of our Units owned by DFIGP.  Under an amended and restated administrative services agreement (“ASA”), EPCO, Inc. (“EPCO”), a privately held company also controlled by Mr. Duncan, performs management, administrative and operating functions required for us, and we reimburse EPCO for all direct and indirect expenses that have been incurred in managing us.

On June 28, 2009, we and our General Partner entered into definitive merger agreements with Enterprise Products Partners, its general partner, Enterprise Products GP, LLC (“EPGP”), and two of its subsidiaries.  See Note 13 for information regarding the proposed merger with Enterprise Products Partners.

We refer to refined products, liquefied petroleum gases (“LPGs”), petrochemicals, crude oil, lubrication oils and specialty chemicals, natural gas liquids (“NGLs”), natural gas, asphalt, heavy fuel oil, other heated oil products and marine bunker fuel, collectively as “petroleum products” or “products.”

Basis of Presentation

The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments that are, in the opinion of our management, of a normal and recurring nature and necessary for a fair statement of our financial position as of June 30, 2009, and the results of our operations and cash flows for the periods presented.  The results of operations for the three months and six months ended June 30, 2009 are not necessarily indicative of results of our operations for the full year 2009.  The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared pursuant to the rules and regulations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).  Certain information and note disclosures normally

 
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included in annual financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) have been condensed or omitted pursuant to those rules and regulations.  You should read these interim financial statements in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and notes thereto presented in the TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008.


Note 2.  General Accounting Matters

Estimates

Preparing our financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect amounts presented in the financial statements (e.g. assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses) and disclosures about contingent assets and liabilities.  Our actual results could differ from these estimates.  On an ongoing basis, management reviews its estimates based on currently available information.  Changes in facts and circumstances may result in revised estimates.

Fair Value Information

Cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued expenses and other current liabilities are carried at amounts which reasonably approximate their fair values due to their short-term nature.  The estimated fair values of our fixed rate debt are based on quoted market prices for such debt or debt of similar terms and maturities.  The carrying amount of our variable rate debt obligation reasonably approximates its fair value due to its variable interest rate.  See Note 4 for fair value information associated with our derivative instruments.

The following table presents the estimated fair values of our financial instruments at the dates indicated:
 
   
June 30, 2009
   
December 31, 2008
 
   
Carrying
   
Fair
   
Carrying
   
Fair
 
Financial Instruments
 
Value
   
Value
   
Value
   
Value
 
Financial assets:
                       
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
Accounts receivable, trade
    984.8       984.8       790.4       790.4  
Financial liabilities:
                               
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
    967.9       967.9       792.5       792.5  
Other current liabilities
    21.1       21.1       30.9       30.9  
Fixed-rate debt (principal amount)
    2,000.0       1,967.0       2,000.0       1,553.2  
Variable-rate debt
    723.3       723.3       516.7       516.7  

Recent Accounting Developments

The following information summarizes recently issued accounting guidance since those reported in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 that will or may affect our future financial statements.

In April 2009, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued new guidance in the form of FASB Staff Positions (“FSPs”) in an effort to clarify certain fair value accounting rules.  FSP Financial Accounting Standard (“FAS”) 157-4 (Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 820), Determining Fair Value When the Volumes and Level of Activity for the Asset or Liability Have Significantly Decreased and Identifying Transactions That Are Not Orderly, establishes a process to determine whether a market is not active and a transaction is not distressed.  FSP FAS 157-4 states that companies should look at several factors and use judgment to ascertain if a formerly active market has become inactive.  When estimating fair value, FSP FAS 157-4 requires companies to place more weight on observable transactions determined to be orderly and less weight on transactions for which there is

 
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insufficient information to determine whether the transaction is orderly (entities do not have to incur undue cost and effort in making this determination).  The FASB also issued FSP FAS 107-1 and APB 28-1 (ASC 825), Interim Disclosures About Fair Value of Financial Instruments. This FSP requires that companies provide qualitative and quantitative information about fair value estimates for all financial instruments not measured on the balance sheet at fair value in each interim report.  Previously, this was only an annual requirement.  We adopted these FSPs effective June 30, 2009.  Our adoption of this new guidance did not have a material impact on our financial statements or related disclosures.

In May 2009, the FASB issued Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (“SFAS”) No. 165 (ASC 855), Subsequent Events, which establishes general standards of accounting for, and disclosure of, events that occur after the balance sheet date but before financial statements are issued or are available to be issued.  SFAS 165 requires the disclosure of the date through which an entity has evaluated subsequent events and the basis for that date.  We adopted SFAS 165 on June 30, 2009.  Our adoption of this guidance did not have any impact on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

In June 2009, the FASB issued SFAS No. 167 (ASC 810), Amendments to FASB Interpretation No. 46(R), which amended consolidation guidance for variable interest entities (“VIEs”) under FASB Interpretation (“FIN”) No. 46(R) (“FIN 46(R)”) (ASC 810-10) Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities.  VIEs are entities whose equity investors do not have sufficient equity capital at risk such that the entity cannot finance its own activities.  When a business has a controlling financial interest in a VIE, the assets, liabilities and profit or loss of that entity must be included in consolidation.  A business enterprise must consolidate a VIE when that enterprise has a variable interest that will cover most of the entity’s expected losses and/or receive most of the entity’s anticipated residual return.  SFAS 167, among other things, eliminates the scope exception for qualifying special-purpose entities, amends certain guidance for determining whether an entity is a VIE, expands the list of events that trigger reconsideration of whether an entity is a VIE, requires a qualitative rather than a quantitative analysis to determine the primary beneficiary of a VIE, requires continuous assessments of whether a company is the primary beneficiary of a VIE and requires enhanced disclosures about a company’s involvement with a VIE.  SFAS 167 is effective for us on January 1, 2010.  At June 30, 2009, we did not have any VIEs; therefore, our adoption of this new guidance is not expected to have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.

In June 2009, the FASB issued SFAS No. 168 (ASC 105), The FASB Accounting Standards Codification and the Hierarchy of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles—a replacement of FASB Statement No. 162, which establishes the ASC as the source of authoritative GAAP recognized by the FASB to be applied by nongovernmental entities. The ASC is a reorganization of current GAAP into a topical format that eliminates the current GAAP hierarchy and establishes instead two levels of guidance — authoritative and nonauthoritative.  All guidance contained in the ASC carries an equal level of authority.  Rules and interpretive releases of the SEC under federal securities laws are also sources of authoritative GAAP for SEC registrants.  SFAS 168 identifies the sources of accounting principles and the framework for selecting the principles used in the preparation of financial statements of nongovernmental entities that are presented in conformity with GAAP.  SFAS 168 is effective for financial statements issued for interim and annual periods ending after September 15, 2009.  We will adopt SFAS 168 on September 30, 2009.  Our adoption of this new guidance is not expected to have any impact on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.  References to specific GAAP in our consolidated financial statements after our adoption of SFAS 168 will refer exclusively to the ASC.  We have elected to provide references to the ASC parenthetically in this Quarterly Report.

Subsequent Events

We have evaluated subsequent events through August 6, 2009, which is the date our Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and Notes are being issued.

 
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Note 3.  Accounting for Equity Awards

We account for equity awards in accordance with SFAS No. 123(R) (ASC 718 and 505), Share-Based Payment (“SFAS 123(R)”).  Such awards were not material to our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows for all periods presented.  The amount of equity-based compensation allocable to us was $1.2 million and $0.8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, respectively.  For the six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, the amount of equity-based compensation allocable to us was $2.2 million and $1.2 million, respectively.

Certain key employees of EPCO participate in long-term incentive compensation plans managed by EPCO.  The compensation expense we record related to equity awards is based on an allocation of the total cost of such incentive plans to EPCO.  We record our pro rata share of such costs based on the percentage of time each employee spends on our business activities.

1999 Phantom Unit Retention Plan

The Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC 1999 Phantom Unit Retention Plan (“1999 Plan”) provides for the issuance of phantom unit awards as incentives to key employees.  A total of 2,800 phantom units were outstanding under the 1999 Plan at June 30, 2009, which cliff vest in January 2010.  During the first quarter of 2009, 2,800 additional phantom units which were outstanding at December 31, 2008 under the 1999 Plan were forfeited.  Additionally, in April 2009, 13,000 phantom units vested and $0.3 million was paid out to a participant in April 2009.  At June 30, 2009 and December 31, 2008, we had accrued liability balances of $0.1 million and $0.4 million, respectively, for compensation related to the 1999 Plan.

2000 Long Term Incentive Plan

The Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC 2000 Long Term Incentive Plan (“2000 LTIP”) provides key employees incentives to achieve improvements in our financial performance.  At December 31, 2008, we had an accrued liability balance of $0.2 million for compensation related to the 2000 LTIP.  On December 31, 2008, 11,300 phantom units vested and $0.2 million was paid out to participants in the first quarter of 2009.  There were no remaining phantom units outstanding under the 2000 LTIP at June 30, 2009.

2005 Phantom Unit Plan

The Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC 2005 Phantom Unit Plan (“2005 Phantom Unit Plan”) provides key employees incentives to achieve improvements in our financial performance. At December 31, 2008, we had an accrued liability balance of $0.6 million for compensation related to the 2005 Phantom Unit Plan.  On December 31, 2008, a total of 36,600 phantom units vested and $0.6 million was paid out to participants in the first quarter of 2009. There were no remaining phantom units outstanding under the 2005 Phantom Unit Plan at June 30, 2009.

EPCO 2006 Long-Term Incentive Plan

The EPCO, Inc. 2006 TPP Long-Term Incentive Plan (“2006 LTIP”) provides for awards of our Units and other rights to our non-employee directors and to certain employees of EPCO and its affiliates providing services to us.  Awards granted under the 2006 LTIP may be in the form of restricted units, phantom units, unit options, unit appreciation rights (“UARs”) and distribution equivalent rights.  Subject to adjustment as provided in the 2006 LTIP, awards with respect to up to an aggregate of 5,000,000 Units may be granted under the 2006 LTIP. After giving effect to the issuance or forfeiture of restricted unit awards and option awards through June 30, 2009, a total of 4,161,046 additional Units could be issued under the 2006 LTIP in the future. The merger agreement governing our proposed merger with a

 
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subsidiary of Enterprise Products Partners contains restrictions on the issuance of additional Units under the 2006 LTIP.  See Note 13 for information regarding the proposed merger with Enterprise Products Partners.  

Unit option awards.  The following table presents unit option activity under the 2006 LTIP for the periods indicated:
 
               
Weighted-
 
         
Weighted-
   
Average
 
         
Average
   
Remaining
 
   
Number
   
Strike Price
   
Contractual
 
   
of Units
   
(dollars/Unit)
   
Term (in years)
 
                   
Outstanding at December 31, 2008
    355,000     $ 40.00        
Granted (1)
    329,000     $ 24.84        
Forfeited
    (109,500 )   $ 34.38        
Outstanding at June 30, 2009 (2)
    574,500     $ 32.39       4.78  
                         
(1)  The total grant date fair value of these unit option awards granted in 2009 was $1.3 million based upon the following assumptions: (i) weighted-average expected life of options of 4.8 years; (ii) weighted-average risk-free interest rate of 2.14%; (iii) weighted-average expected distribution yield on our Units of 11.31%; (iv) estimated forfeiture rate of 17.0%; and (v) weighted-average expected unit price volatility on our Units of 59.32%.
(2)  No unit options were exercisable as of June 30, 2009.
 

At June 30, 2009, the estimated total unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested unit option awards granted under the 2006 LTIP was $1.5 million.  We expect to recognize our share of this cost over a weighted-average period of 3.46 years in accordance with the ASA (see Note 13).

Restricted unit awards.  The following table presents restricted unit activity under the 2006 LTIP for the periods indicated:
 
             
         
Weighted-
 
         
Average Grant
 
   
Number
   
Date Fair Value
 
   
of Units
   
per Unit (1)
 
Restricted units at December 31, 2008
    157,300        
   Granted (2)
    140,450     $ 23.93  
   Vested
    (5,000 )   $ 34.63  
   Forfeited
    (32,350 )   $ 32.29  
Restricted units at June 30, 2009
    260,400          
                 
(1)  Determined by dividing the aggregate grant date fair value of awards by the number of awards issued. The weighted-average grant date fair value per Unit for forfeited and vested awards is determined before an allowance for forfeitures.
(2)       Aggregate grant date fair value of restricted unit awards issued during 2009 was $3.4 million based on grant date market prices ranging from $28.81 to $29.83 per Unit and an estimated forfeiture rate of  17.0%.
 

The total fair value of our restricted unit awards that vested during the three months and six months ended June 30, 2009 was $0.1 million.  At June 30, 2009, the estimated total unrecognized compensation cost related to restricted unit awards under the 2006 LTIP was $6.2 million. We expect to recognize our share of this cost over a weighted-average period of 3.17 years in accordance with the ASA.

Phantom unit awards.  At June 30, 2009, a total of 1,647 phantom units were outstanding, which were awarded in 2007 under the 2006 LTIP to three of the then non-executive members of the board of directors. Each participant is entitled to cash distributions equal to the product of the number of phantom units granted to the participant and the per Unit cash distribution that we paid to our unitholders. Phantom unit awards to non-executive directors are accounted for in a manner similar to SFAS 123(R) liability awards.

 
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UAR awards.  At June 30, 2009, a total of 392,788 UARs were outstanding, which were awarded in 2007 under the 2006 LTIP to non-executive members of the board of directors and to certain employees providing services directly to us.

§  
Non-Executive Members of the Board of Directors.  At June 30, 2009, a total of 95,654 UARs, awarded to non-executive members of the board of directors under the 2006 LTIP, were outstanding at a weighted-average exercise price of $41.82 per Unit (66,225 UARs issued in 2007 at an exercise price of $45.30 per Unit to the then three non-executive members of the board of directors and 29,429 UARs issued in 2008 at an exercise price of $33.98 per Unit to a non-executive member of the board of directors in connection with his election to the board).  UARs awarded to non-executive directors are accounted for in a manner similar to SFAS 123(R) liability awards.  Mr. Hutchison, who was a non-executive member of the board of directors at the time of issuance of these UARs (and the phantom unit awards discussed above), became interim executive chairman in March 2009.

§  
Employees.  At June 30, 2009, a total of 297,134 UARs, awarded under the 2006 LTIP to certain employees providing services directly to us, were outstanding at an exercise price of $45.35 per Unit. UARs awarded to employees are accounted for as liability awards under SFAS 123(R) since the current intent is to settle the awards in cash.

Employee Partnerships

In 2008, EPCO formed TEPPCO Unit, L.P. (“TEPPCO Unit”) and TEPPCO Unit II, L.P. (“TEPPCO Unit II”) (collectively, “Employee Partnerships”) to serve as long-term incentive arrangements for key employees of EPCO by providing them with a “profits interest” in the Employee Partnerships.  At June 30, 2009, the estimated unrecognized compensation cost related to TEPPCO Unit and TEPPCO Unit II was $1.4 million and $1.2 million, respectively.  We expect to recognize our share of these costs over a weighted-average period of 4.27 years in accordance with the ASA.


Note 4.  Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities

In the course of our normal business operations, we are exposed to certain risks, including changes in interest rates and commodity prices.  In order to manage risks associated with certain identifiable and anticipated transactions, we use derivative instruments.  Derivatives are financial instruments whose fair value is determined by changes in a specified benchmark such as interest rates or commodity prices. Typical derivative instruments include futures, forward contracts, swaps and other instruments with similar characteristics.  Substantially all of our derivatives are used for non-trading activities.

SFAS No. 133 (ASC 815), Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities, requires companies to recognize derivative instruments at fair value as either assets or liabilities on the balance sheet.  While the standard requires that all derivatives be reported at fair value on the balance sheet, changes in fair value of the derivative instruments will be reported in different ways depending on the nature and effectiveness of the hedging activities to which they are related.  After meeting specified conditions, a qualified derivative may be specifically designated as a total or partial hedge of:

§  
Changes in the fair value of a recognized asset or liability, or an unrecognized firm commitment – In a fair value hedge, all gains and losses (of both the derivative instrument and the hedged item) are recognized in income during the period of change.

§  
Variable cash flows of a forecasted transaction – In a cash flow hedge, the effective portion of the hedge is reported in other comprehensive income and is reclassified into earnings when the forecasted transaction affects earnings.

 
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An effective hedge is one in which the change in fair value of a derivative instrument can be expected to offset 80% to 125% of changes in the fair value of a hedged item at inception and throughout the life of the hedging relationship.  The effective portion of a hedge is the amount by which the derivative instrument exactly offsets the change in fair value of the hedged item during the reporting period.  Conversely, ineffectiveness represents the change in the fair value of the derivative instrument that does not exactly offset the change in the fair value of the hedged item.  Any ineffectiveness associated with a hedge is recognized in earnings immediately.  Ineffectiveness can be caused by, among other things, changes in the timing of forecasted transactions or a mismatch of terms between the derivative instrument and the hedged item.
 
On January 1, 2009, we adopted the disclosure requirements of SFAS No. 161 (ASC 815), Disclosures About Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging Activities.  SFAS 161 requires enhanced qualitative and quantitative disclosure requirements regarding derivative instruments.  This footnote reflects the new disclosure standard.

Interest Rate Derivative Instruments

We utilize interest rate swaps, treasury locks and similar derivative instruments to manage our exposure to changes in the interest rates of certain debt agreements. This strategy is a component in controlling our cost of capital associated with such borrowings.  At June 30, 2009, we had no interest rate derivative instruments outstanding.

At times, we may use treasury lock derivative instruments to hedge the underlying U.S. treasury rates related to forecasted issuances of debt.  As cash flow hedges, gains or losses on these instruments are recorded in other comprehensive income and amortized to earnings using the effective interest method over the estimated term of the underlying fixed-rate debt.  During March 2008, we terminated treasury locks having a combined notional value of $600.0 million and recognized an aggregate loss of $23.2 million in other comprehensive income during the first quarter of 2008.  We recognized approximately $3.6 million of this loss in interest expense during the six months ended June 30, 2008 as a result of interest payments hedged under the treasury locks not occurring as forecasted.

For information regarding fair value amounts and gains and losses on interest rate derivative instruments and related hedged items, see “Tabular Presentation of Fair Value Amounts, and Gains and Losses on Derivative Instruments and Related Hedged Items” within this Note 4.

Commodity Derivative Instruments

We seek to maintain a position that is substantially balanced between crude oil purchases and related sales and future delivery obligations.  The price of crude oil is subject to fluctuations in response to changes in supply, demand, general market uncertainty and a variety of additional factors that are beyond our control. In order to manage the price risk associated with crude oil, we enter into commodity derivative instruments such as forwards, basis swaps and futures contracts.  The purpose of such hedging strategy is to either balance our inventory position or to lock in a profit margin.

At June 30, 2009, we had no outstanding commodity derivatives designated as hedging instruments under SFAS 133.  Currently, our commodity derivative instruments do not meet the hedge accounting requirements of SFAS 133 and are accounted for as economic hedges using mark-to-market accounting.  These financial instruments had a minimal impact on our earnings.  The following table summarizes our outstanding commodity derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments under SFAS 133 at June 30, 2009:

 
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Accounting
Derivative Purpose
Volume (1)
Treatment
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments under SFAS 133:
   
     
      Crude oil risk management activities (2)
4.5 MMBbls
Mark-to-market
     
(1)  Reflects the absolute value of the derivative notional volumes.
(2)  Reflects the use of derivative instruments to manage risks associated with our portfolio of crude oil storage assets.  These commodity derivative instruments have forward positions through March 2010.

For information regarding fair value amounts and gains and losses on commodity derivative instruments and related hedged items, see “Tabular Presentation of Fair Value Amounts, and Gains and Losses on Derivative Instruments and Related Hedged Items” within this Note 4.

Credit-Risk Related Contingent Features in Derivative Instruments

We have no credit-risk related contingent features in any of our derivative instruments. 

Tabular Presentation of Fair Value Amounts, and Gains and Losses on
    Derivative Instruments and Related Hedged Items

The following table provides a balance sheet overview of our derivative assets and liabilities at the dates indicated:
 
 
Asset Derivatives
 
Liability Derivatives
 
 
June 30, 2009
 
December 31, 2008
 
June 30, 2009
 
December 31, 2008
 
 
Balance Sheet
 
Fair
 
Balance Sheet
 
Fair
 
Balance Sheet
 
Fair
 
Balance Sheet
 
Fair
 
 
Location
 
Value
 
Location
 
Value
 
Location
 
Value
 
Location
 
Value
 
   
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments under SFAS 133
 
Commodity derivatives
Other current
assets
  $ 2.7  
Other current
assets
  $ 15.7  
Other current
liabilities
  $ 2.3  
Other current
liabilities
  $ 15.7  
Total derivatives not
                                       
designated as hedging
                                       
instruments
    $ 2.7       $ 15.7       $ 2.3       $ 15.7  

The following table presents the effect of our derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges under SFAS 133 on our condensed consolidated statements of income for the periods indicated:

Derivatives in SFAS 133
       
Fair Value
   
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in
 
Hedging Relationships
Location
 
Income on Derivative
 
     
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
     
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
     
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Interest rate derivatives
Interest expense
  $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
   Total
    $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  

Derivatives in SFAS 133
       
Fair Value
   
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in
 
Hedging Relationships
Location
 
Income on Hedged Item
 
     
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
     
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
     
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Interest rate derivatives
Interest expense
  $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
   Total
    $ --     $ --     $ --     $ --  
 
 
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The following tables present the effect of our derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges under SFAS 133 on our condensed consolidated statements of income for the periods indicated:

Derivatives
           
in SFAS 133 Cash Flow
 
Change in Value Recognized in OCI on
 
Hedging Relationships
 
Derivative (Effective Portion)
 
   
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Interest rate derivatives
  $ --     $ --     $ --     $ (23.2 )
Commodity derivatives
    --       (20.6 )     --       (27.1 )
   Total
  $ --     $ (20.6 )   $ --     $ (50.3 )

Derivatives
Location of Gain/(Loss)
           
in SFAS 133 Cash Flow
Reclassified from AOCI
 
Amount of Gain/(Loss) Reclassified from AOCI
 
Hedging Relationships
into Income (Effective Portion)
 
to Income (Effective Portion)
 
     
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
     
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
     
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Interest rate derivatives
Interest expense
  $ (1.4 )   $ --     $ (2.8 )   $ 0.1  
Commodity derivatives
Revenue             
    --       (9.6 )     --       (19.2 )
   Total
    $ (1.4 )   $ (9.6 )   $ (2.8 )   $ (19.1 )

 
Location of Gain/(Loss)
           
Derivatives
Recognized in Income
           
in SFAS 133 Cash Flow
on Ineffective Portion
 
Amount of Gain/(Loss) Reclassified in Income
 
Hedging Relationships
of Derivative
 
on Ineffective Portion of Derivative
 
     
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
     
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
     
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Interest rate derivatives
Interest expense
  $ --     $ --     $ --     $ (3.6 )
Commodity derivatives
Revenue             
    --       --       --       --  
   Total
    $ --     $ --     $ --     $ (3.6 )

Over the next twelve months, we expect to reclassify $6.0 million of accumulated other comprehensive loss attributable to settled treasury locks to earnings as an increase to interest expense.

The following table presents the effect of our derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments under SFAS 133 on our condensed consolidated statements of income for the periods indicated:

Derivatives Not
       
Designated as SFAS 133
   
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in
 
Hedging Instruments
Location
 
Income on Derivative
 
     
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
     
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
     
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Commodity derivatives
Revenue
  $ (0.2 )   $ (0.1 )   $ 0.6     $ 0.3  
   Total
    $ (0.2 )   $ (0.1 )   $ 0.6     $ 0.3  

SFAS 157 – Fair Value Measurements

SFAS 157 (ASC 820) defines fair value as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at a specified measurement date.  Our fair value estimates are based on either (i) actual market data or (ii) assumptions that other market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability, including estimates of risk.  Recognized valuation
 
 
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techniques employ inputs such as product prices, operating costs, discount factors and business growth rates.  These inputs may be either readily observable, corroborated by market data or generally unobservable.  In developing our estimates of fair value, we endeavor to utilize the best information available and apply market-based data to the extent possible.  Accordingly, we utilize valuation techniques (such as the market approach) that maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs.

SFAS 157 established a three-tier hierarchy that classifies fair value amounts recognized or disclosed in the financial statements based on the observability of inputs used to estimate such fair values.  The hierarchy considers fair value amounts based on observable inputs (Levels 1 and 2) to be more reliable and predictable than those based primarily on unobservable inputs (Level 3).  At each balance sheet reporting date, we categorize our financial assets and liabilities using this hierarchy.  The characteristics of fair value amounts classified within each level of the SFAS 157 hierarchy are described as follows:

§  
Level 1 fair values are based on quoted prices, which are available in active markets for identical assets or liabilities as of the measurement date.  Active markets are defined as those in which transactions for identical assets or liabilities occur with sufficient frequency so as to provide pricing information on an ongoing basis (e.g., the NYSE or New York Mercantile Exchange).  Level 1 primarily consists of financial assets and liabilities such as exchange-traded financial instruments, publicly-traded equity securities and U.S. government treasury securities.  At June 30, 2009, we had no Level 1 financial assets and liabilities.

§  
Level 2 fair values are based on pricing inputs other than quoted prices in active markets (as reflected in Level 1 fair values) and are either directly or indirectly observable as of the measurement date.  Level 2 fair values include instruments that are valued using financial models or other appropriate valuation methodologies.  Such financial models are primarily industry-standard models that consider various assumptions, including quoted forward prices for commodities, the time value of money, volatility factors for stocks, current market and contractual prices for the underlying instruments and other relevant economic measures.  Substantially all of these assumptions are (i) observable in the marketplace throughout the full term of the instrument, (ii) can be derived from observable data or (iii) are validated by inputs other than quoted prices (e.g., interest rates and yield curves at commonly quoted intervals).  Our Level 2 fair values primarily consist of commodity forward agreements transacted over-the-counter.  The fair values of these derivatives are based on observable price quotes for similar products and locations.

§  
Level 3 fair values are based on unobservable inputs.  Unobservable inputs are used to measure fair value to the extent that observable inputs are not available, thereby allowing for situations in which there is little, if any, market activity for the asset or liability at the measurement date.  Unobservable inputs reflect the reporting entity’s own ideas about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability (including assumptions about risk).  Unobservable inputs are based on the best information available in the circumstances, which might include the reporting entity’s internally developed data.  The reporting entity must not ignore information about market participant assumptions that is reasonably available without undue cost and effort.  Level 3 inputs are typically used in connection with internally developed valuation methodologies where management makes its best estimate of an instrument’s fair value.  Our Level 3 fair values largely consist of commodity contracts generally less than one year in term.  We rely on broker quotes for these prices due to the limited observability of locational and quality-based pricing differentials.  At June 30, 2009, our Level 3 financial assets were less than $0.1 million.

The following table sets forth, by level within the fair value hierarchy, our financial assets and liabilities measured on a recurring basis at June 30, 2009.  These financial assets and liabilities are
 
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classified in their entirety based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement.  Our assessment of the significance of a particular input to the fair value measurement requires judgment and may affect the valuation of the fair value assets and liabilities, in addition to their placement within the fair value hierarchy levels.

   
Level 2
   
Level 3
   
Total
 
Financial assets:
                 
Commodity derivative instruments
  $ 2.7     $ --     $ 2.7  
Total
  $ 2.7     $ --     $ 2.7  
                         
Financial liabilities:
                       
Commodity derivative instruments
  $ 2.3     $ --     $ 2.3  
Total
  $ 2.3     $ --     $ 2.3  

The following table sets forth a reconciliation of changes in the fair value of our Level 3 financial assets and liabilities for the periods indicated:
 
   
For the Six Months
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
 
Balance, January 1
  $ (0.1 )   $ (0.4 )
  Total gains included in net income
    0.4       0.4  
  Purchases, issuances, settlements
    0.1       --  
Balance, March 31
    0.4       --  
  Total losses included in net income
    --       (0.1 )
  Purchases, issuances, settlements
    (0.4 )     --  
Balance, June 30
  $ --     $ (0.1 )

We adopted the provisions of SFAS 157 that apply to nonfinancial assets and liabilities on January 1, 2009.  Our adoption of this guidance had no impact on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Certain nonfinancial assets and liabilities are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis and are subject to fair value adjustments in certain circumstances (for example, when there is evidence of impairment).  The following table presents the fair value of an asset carried on the balance sheet by caption and by level within the SFAS 157 valuation hierarchy (as described above) at the date indicated for which a nonrecurring change in fair value has been recorded during the period:

   
June 30, 2009
   
Level 1
   
Level 2
   
Level 3
   
Total
Losses
 
Property, plant and equipment
  $ 3.0     $ --     $ --     $ 3.0     $ 2.3  

As a result of idling a river terminal at Helena, Arkansas, in our Downstream Segment, during the six months ended June 30, 2009, we recorded a non-cash impairment charge of $2.3 million, which is included in operating expense for the three months and six months ended June 30, 2009 (see Note 6).  We estimated the fair value of the asset using appropriate valuation techniques.
 
 
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Note 5.  Inventories

Inventories are valued at the lower of cost (based on weighted-average cost method) or market.  The major components of inventories were as follows at the dates indicated:

   
June 30,
   
December 31,
 
   
2009
   
2008
 
Crude oil (1)
  $ 58.1     $ 32.8  
Refined products and LPGs (2)
    17.2       0.4  
Lubrication oils and specialty chemicals
    10.2       11.1  
Materials and supplies
    10.0       8.6  
NGLs
    0.1       --  
   Total
  $ 95.6     $ 52.9  
                 
(1)  At June 30, 2009 and December 31, 2008, $57.8 million and $30.7 million, respectively, of our crude oil inventory was subject to forward sales contracts.
(2)  Refined products and LPGs inventory is managed on a combined basis.
 

Due to fluctuating commodity prices, we recognize lower of average cost or market (“LCM”) adjustments when the carrying value of our inventories exceeds their net realizable value.  These non-cash charges are a component of costs and expenses in the period they are recognized.  For the three months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, we recognized LCM adjustments of approximately $1.1 million and $0.1 million, respectively.  We recognized LCM adjustments of $2.1 million and $0.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, respectively.


Note 6.  Property, Plant and Equipment

Our property, plant and equipment values and accumulated depreciation balances were as follows at the dates indicated:
 
   
Estimated
             
   
Useful Life
   
June 30,
   
December 31,
 
   
in Years
   
2009
   
2008
 
Plants and pipelines (1)
   
 5-40(5)
    $ 1,943.9     $ 1,919.7  
Underground and other storage facilities (2)
   
5-40(6)
      315.8       296.8  
Transportation equipment (3)
   
5-10  
      13.0       11.3  
Marine vessels (4)
   
20-30    
      508.6       453.0  
Land and right of way
            144.1       143.8  
Construction work in progress
            396.1       294.1  
    Total property, plant and equipment
          $ 3,321.5     $ 3,118.7  
Less: accumulated depreciation
            729.9       678.8  
    Property, plant and equipment, net
          $ 2,591.6     $ 2,439.9  
                         
(1)  Plants and pipelines include refined products, LPGs, NGLs, petrochemical, crude oil and natural gas pipelines; terminal loading and unloading facilities; office furniture and equipment; buildings, laboratory and shop equipment; and related assets.
(2)  Underground and other storage facilities include underground product storage caverns, storage tanks and other related assets.
(3)  Transportation equipment includes vehicles and similar assets used in our operations.
(4)  $50.0 million of the increase relates to the vessels acquired from TransMontaigne Products Services Inc. (see Note 8).
(5)  The estimated useful lives of major components of this category are as follows: pipelines, 20-40 years (with some equipment at 5 years); terminal facilities, 10-40 years; office furniture and equipment, 5-10 years; buildings, 20-40 years; and laboratory and shop equipment, 5-40 years.
(6)  The estimated useful lives of major components of this category are as follows: underground storage facilities, 20-40 years (with some components at 5 years); and storage tanks, 20-30 years.
 
 
 
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The following table summarizes our depreciation expense and capitalized interest amounts for the periods indicated:
 
   
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Depreciation expense (1)
  $ 28.4     $ 23.9     $ 53.8     $ 45.8  
Capitalized interest (2)
    5.2       5.5       10.5       9.9  
                                 
(1)  Depreciation expense is a component of depreciation and amortization expense as presented in our unaudited condensed statements of consolidated income.
(2)  Capitalized interest (included in interest expense on our unaudited condensed statements of consolidated income) increases the carrying value of the associated asset and reduces interest expense during the period it is recorded.
 

During the three months and six months ended June 30, 2009, we recorded a $2.3 million non-cash impairment charge, which is included in operating expense, related to the idling of a river terminal at Helena, Arkansas, in our Downstream Segment.

Asset Retirement Obligations

Asset retirement obligations (“AROs”) are legal obligations associated with the retirement of certain tangible long-lived assets that result from acquisitions, construction, development and/or normal operations or a combination of these factors.  Our ARO liability balance at June 30, 2009 and December 31, 2008 was $1.5 million.  Accretion expense was less than $0.1 million for each of the three months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008.  For each of the six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, accretion expense was $0.1 million.  Property, plant and equipment at June 30, 2009 include $0.7 million of asset retirement costs capitalized as an increase in the associated long-lived asset.


Note 7.  Investments In Unconsolidated Affiliates

We own interests in related businesses that are accounted for using the equity method of accounting.  These investments are identified in the following table by reporting business segment (see Note 12 for a general discussion of our business segments).  The following table presents our investments in unconsolidated affiliates at the dates indicated:
 
   
Ownership
       
   
Percentage at
       
   
June 30,
   
June 30,
   
December 31,
 
   
2009
   
2009
   
2008
 
Downstream Segment:
                 
Centennial Pipeline LLC (“Centennial”)
   
50.0%
 
  $ 66.4     $ 71.8  
Other
   
25.0%
 
    0.4       0.4  
Upstream Segment:
                       
Seaway Crude Pipeline Company (“Seaway”)
   
50.0%
      182.9       190.1  
Texas Offshore Port System (“TOPS”) (1)
   
--
      --       35.9  
Midstream Segment:
                       
Jonah Gas Gathering Company (“Jonah”)
   
80.64%
      949.2       957.7  
   Total
          $ 1,198.9     $ 1,255.9  
                         
(1)  In January 2009, we received a $3.1 million refund of our 2008 contributions to TOPS due to a delay in the timing of the expected project spending. In February and March 2009, we then invested an additional $1.4 million in TOPS. In April 2009, we elected to dissociate from TOPS and forfeited our investment. See below for further information.
 

Our investments in Centennial, Seaway and Jonah included excess cost amounts totaling $73.3 million and $72.9 million at June 30, 2009 and December 31, 2008, respectively.  The value assigned to our excess investment in Centennial was created upon its formation, the value assigned to our excess investment in Seaway was created upon acquisition of our ownership interest in Seaway and the value assigned to our excess investment in Jonah was created as a result of interest capitalized on the construction of Jonah’s expansion.  We amortize such excess cost as a reduction in equity earnings in a manner similar

 
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to depreciation over the life of applicable contracts or assets acquired or constructed.  Amortization of excess cost amounts was $1.1 million and $1.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, respectively.  For the six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, amortization of such excess cost amounts was $2.6 million and $2.4 million, respectively.  For the remainder of 2009, amortization expense associated with our excess investments is currently estimated at $3.0 million.

In August 2008, a wholly owned subsidiary of ours, together with a subsidiary of Enterprise Products Partners and Oiltanking Holding Americas, Inc. (“Oiltanking”), formed the TOPS partnership.  Effective April 16, 2009, our wholly owned subsidiary dissociated from TOPS.  As a result, equity earnings and net income for the second quarter of 2009 include a non-cash charge of $34.2 million.  This loss represents our cumulative investment in TOPS through the date of dissociation and reflects our capital contributions to TOPS for construction in progress amounts.  We believe that the dissociation discharged our affiliate with respect to further obligations under the TOPS partnership agreement, and accordingly, us from the associated liability under the related parent guarantee; therefore, we have not recorded any amounts related to such guarantee.  The wholly owned subsidiary of Enterprise Products Partners that was a partner in TOPS also dissociated from the partnership effective April 16, 2009.  See Note 15 for litigation matters associated with our dissociation from TOPS.

The following table summarizes equity in income (loss) of unconsolidated affiliates by business segment for the periods indicated:
 
   
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Downstream Segment
  $ (4.3 )   $ (3.7 )   $ (7.4 )   $ (7.8 )
Upstream Segment (1)
    (31.3 )     4.2       (28.0 )     7.2  
Midstream Segment
    23.8       21.9       49.4       45.6  
Intersegment eliminations
    (0.4 )     (1.1 )     (1.1 )     (4.0 )
      Total
  $ (12.2 )   $ 21.3     $ 12.9     $ 41.0  
                                 
(1)     2009 periods include the non-cash charge of $34.2 million related to the dissociation from TOPS.
 

On a quarterly basis, we monitor the underlying business fundamentals of our investments in unconsolidated affiliates and test such investments for impairment when impairment indicators are present.  As a result of our reviews for the second quarter of 2009, no impairment charges were required.  We have the intent and ability to hold these investments, which are integral to our operations.

Summarized Financial Information of Unconsolidated Affiliates

Summarized combined income statement data by reporting segment for the periods indicated is presented in the following table (on a 100% basis):
 
   
Summarized Income Statement Information for the Three Months Ended
 
   
June 30, 2009
   
June 30, 2008
 
         
Operating
   
Net
         
Operating
   
Net
 
   
Revenues
   
Income (Loss)
   
Income (Loss)
   
Revenues
   
Income
   
Income (Loss)
 
Downstream Segment
  $ 7.7     $ (2.8 )   $ (5.4 )   $ 10.4     $ 1.3     $ (1.5 )
Upstream Segment
    21.8       10.1       10.0       27.4       15.3       15.3  
Midstream Segment
    61.2       29.6       29.6       60.2       26.9       27.2  

   
Summarized Income Statement Information for the Six Months Ended
 
   
June 30, 2009
   
June 30, 2008
 
         
Operating
   
Net
         
Operating
   
Net
 
   
Revenues
   
Income (Loss)
   
Income (Loss)
   
Revenues
   
Income
   
Income (Loss)
 
Downstream Segment
  $ 17.4     $ (0.6 )   $ (5.8 )   $ 20.0     $ 2.2     $ (3.3 )
Upstream Segment
    41.5       18.8       18.8       48.0       25.7       25.7  
Midstream Segment
    120.6       61.4       61.6       118.4       56.2       56.6  
 

 
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Note 8.  Business Combination

On June 5, 2009, we expanded our Marine Services Segment with the acquisition of 19 tow boats and 28 tank barges from TransMontaigne Product Services Inc. (“TransMontaigne”), for $50.0 million in cash.  The acquired vessels provide marine vessel fueling services for cruise liners and cargo ships, referred to as bunkering, and other ship-assist services and transport fuel oil for electric generation plants.  The acquisition complements our existing fleet of vessels that currently transport petroleum products along the nation’s inland waterway system and in the Gulf of Mexico.  The newly acquired marine assets are generally supported by contracts that have a three to five year term and are based primarily in Miami, Florida, with additional assets located in Mobile, Alabama, and Houston, Texas.  We financed the acquisition with borrowings under our revolving credit facility.
 
The results of operations for the TransMontaigne acquisition are included in our consolidated financial statements beginning at the date of acquisition.  This acquisition was accounted for as a business combination using the acquisition method of accounting in accordance with SFAS 141(R) (ASC 805).  Under SFAS 141(R), all of the assets acquired in the transaction are recognized at their acquisition-date fair values, while transaction costs associated with the transaction are expensed as incurred.  Accordingly, the cost of the acquisition has been recorded as property, plant and equipment based on estimated fair values.  Such fair values have been developed using recognized business valuation techniques.

On a pro forma basis, our revenues, costs and expenses, operating income, net income and earnings per Unit amounts would not have differed materially from those we actually reported for the three months and six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008 due to the immaterial nature of our 2009 business combination transaction.
 

Note 9.  Intangible Assets and Goodwill

Intangible Assets

The following table summarizes intangible assets by business segment being amortized at the dates indicated:
 
   
June 30, 2009
   
December 31, 2008
 
   
Gross
   
Accum.
   
Carrying
   
Gross
   
Accum.
   
Carrying
 
   
Value
   
Amort.
   
Value
   
Value
   
Amort.
   
Value
 
Intangible assets:
                                   
  Downstream Segment:
                                   
    Transportation agreements
  $ 1.0     $ (0.4 )   $ 0.6     $ 1.0     $ (0.4 )   $ 0.6  
    Other
    7.0       (1.0 )     6.0       5.6       (0.8 )     4.8  
      Subtotal
    8.0       (1.4 )     6.6       6.6       (1.2 )     5.4  
  Upstream Segment:
                                               
    Transportation agreements
    0.9       (0.4 )     0.5       0.9       (0.4 )     0.5  
    Other
    10.5       (3.3 )     7.2       10.6       (3.0 )     7.6  
      Subtotal
    11.4       (3.7 )     7.7       11.5       (3.4 )     8.1  
  Midstream Segment:
                                               
    Gathering agreements
    239.7       (134.1 )     105.6       239.6       (125.8 )     113.8  
    Fractionation agreements
    38.0       (21.4 )     16.6       38.0       (20.4 )     17.6  
    Other
    0.3       (0.2 )     0.1       0.3       (0.1 )     0.2  
      Subtotal
    278.0       (155.7 )     122.3       277.9       (146.3 )     131.6  
  Marine Services Segment:
                                               
    Customer relationship intangibles
    51.3       (4.8 )     46.5       51.3       (3.1 )     48.2  
    Other
    18.7       (6.7 )     12.0       18.7       (4.3 )     14.4  
      Subtotal
    70.0       (11.5 )     58.5       70.0       (7.4 )     62.6  
    Total intangible assets
  $ 367.4     $ (172.3 )   $ 195.1     $ 366.0     $ (158.3 )   $ 207.7  

 
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The following table presents amortization expense of intangible assets by business segment for the periods indicated:
 
   
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
   Downstream Segment
  $ 0.1     $ 0.1     $ 0.2     $ 0.2  
   Upstream Segment
    0.2       0.2       0.3       0.3  
   Midstream Segment
    4.8       5.4       9.4       10.4  
   Marine Services Segment
    2.0       2.2       4.1       3.4  
          Total
  $ 7.1     $ 7.9     $ 14.0     $ 14.3  

Based on information currently available, we estimate that amortization expense will approximate $13.1 million for the last six months of 2009, $24.6 million for 2010, $22.7 million for 2011, $17.2 million for 2012 and $15.6 million for 2013.

Goodwill

The following table presents the carrying amount of goodwill by business segment at the dates indicated:
 
   
June 30,
   
December 31,
 
   
2009
   
2008
 
Downstream Segment
  $ 1.3     $ 1.3  
Upstream Segment
    14.9       14.9  
Marine Services Segment
    90.4       90.4  
Total
  $ 106.6     $ 106.6  


Note 10.  Debt Obligations

The following table summarizes the principal amounts outstanding under all of our debt instruments at the dates indicated:
 
   
June 30,
   
December 31,
 
   
2009
   
2008
 
Senior debt obligations: (1)
           
              Revolving Credit Facility, due December 2012 (2)
  $ 723.3     $ 516.7  
              7.625% Senior Notes, due February 2012
    500.0       500.0  
              6.125% Senior Notes, due February 2013
    200.0       200.0  
              5.90% Senior Notes, due April 2013
    250.0       250.0  
              6.65% Senior Notes, due April 2018
    350.0       350.0  
              7.55% Senior Notes, due April 2038
    400.0       400.0  
         Total principal amount of long-term senior debt obligations
    2,423.3       2,216.7  
         7.000% Junior Subordinated Notes, due June 2067 (1)
    300.0       300.0  
              Total principal amount of long-term debt obligations
    2,723.3       2,516.7  
         Adjustment to carrying value associated with hedges of fair value and
               
              unamortized discounts (3)
    10.5       12.9  
         Total long-term debt obligations
    2,733.8       2,529.6  
Total Debt Instruments (3)
  $ 2,733.8     $ 2,529.6  
   
(1)  TE Products, TCTM, TEPPCO Midstream and Val Verde Gas Gathering Company, L.P. (“Val Verde”) (collectively, the “Guarantor Subsidiaries”) have issued full, unconditional, joint and several guarantees of our senior notes, junior subordinated notes and revolving credit facility (“Revolving Credit Facility”).
(2)  The weighted-average interest rate paid on our variable rate Revolving Credit Facility at June 30, 2009 was 0.92%.
(3)  From time to time we enter into interest rate swap agreements to hedge our exposure to changes in the fair value on a portion of the debt obligations presented above (see Note 4). At June 30, 2009 and December 31, 2008, amount includes $5.0 million and $5.2 million of unamortized discounts, respectively, and $15.5 million and $18.1 million, respectively, related to fair value hedges.
 
 
 
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Except for routine fluctuations in our unsecured Revolving Credit Facility, there have been no material changes in the terms of our debt obligations since those reported in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008.

During September 2008, Lehman Brothers Bank, FSB (“Lehman”), which had a 4.05% participation in our Revolving Credit Facility, stopped funding its commitment following the bankruptcy filing of its parent entity.  Assuming that future fundings are not received for the Lehman percentage commitment, aggregate available capacity would be reduced by approximately $28.9 million.  At June 30, 2009, our available borrowing capacity under the Revolving Credit Facility was approximately $197.8 million.

See Note 18 for a subsequent event regarding a loan agreement we entered into with Enterprise Products Partners.

Covenants

We were in compliance with the covenants of our long-term debt obligations at June 30, 2009.

Debt Obligations of Unconsolidated Affiliates

We have one unconsolidated affiliate, Centennial, with long-term debt obligations.  The following table shows the total debt of Centennial at June 30, 2009 (on a 100% basis) and the corresponding scheduled maturities of such debt.

   
Our
         
Scheduled Maturities of Debt
 
   
Ownership
                                       
After
 
   
Interest
   
Total
   
2009
   
2010
   
2011
   
2012
   
2013
   
2013
 
Centennial
   
50%
    $ 124.8     $ 4.8     $ 9.1     $ 9.0     $ 8.9     $ 8.6     $ 84.4  

At June 30, 2009 and December 31, 2008, Centennial’s debt obligations consisted of $124.8 million and $129.9 million, respectively, borrowed under a master shelf loan agreement.  Borrowings under the master shelf agreement mature in May 2024 and are collateralized by substantially all of Centennial’s assets and severally guaranteed by Centennial’s owners (see Note 15).

There have been no material changes in the terms of the debt obligations of Centennial since those reported in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008.


Note 11.  Partners’ Capital and Distributions

Our Units represent limited partner interests, which give the holders thereof the right to participate in distributions and to exercise the other rights or privileges available to them under our partnership agreement (“Partnership Agreement”).  We are managed by our General Partner.

In accordance with the Partnership Agreement, capital accounts are maintained for our General Partner and limited partners.  The capital account provisions of our Partnership Agreement incorporate principles established for U.S. federal income tax purposes and are not comparable to the equity accounts reflected under GAAP in our consolidated financial statements. In connection with the amendment of our Partnership Agreement in December 2006, the General Partner’s obligation to make capital contributions to maintain its 2% capital account was eliminated.

Our Partnership Agreement sets forth the calculation to be used in determining the amount and priority of cash distributions that our limited partners and General Partner will receive. Net income reflected under GAAP in our financial statements is allocated between the General Partner and the limited

 
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partners in the same proportion as aggregate cash distributions made to the General Partner and the limited partners during the period.  Net income determined under our Partnership Agreement, however, incorporates principles established for U.S. federal income tax purposes and is not comparable to net income reflected under GAAP in our financial statements.

Registration Statements

In general, the Partnership Agreement authorizes us to issue an unlimited number of additional limited partner interests and other equity securities for such consideration and on such terms and conditions as may be established by our General Partner in its sole discretion (subject, under certain circumstances, to the approval of our unitholders).

We have a universal shelf registration statement on file with the SEC that allows us to issue an unlimited amount of debt and equity securities.

We also have a registration statement on file with the SEC authorizing the issuance of up to 10,000,000 Units in connection with our distribution reinvestment plan (“DRIP”).  A total of 533,936 Units have been issued under this registration statement from inception of the DRIP through June 30, 2009.  See Note 18 for information regarding the suspension of the DRIP.

In addition, we have a registration statement on file related to our employee unit purchase plan (“EUPP”), under which we can issue up to 1,000,000 Units.  A total of 43,506 Units have been issued to employees under this plan from inception of the EUPP through June 30, 2009.  See Note 18 for information regarding the suspension of the EUPP.

During the six months ended June 30, 2009, a total of 131,605 Units were issued in connection with the DRIP and the EUPP.  Total net proceeds received during the six months ended June 30, 2009 from these Unit offerings was $3.3 million.

Summary of Changes in Outstanding Units

The following table summarizes changes in our outstanding units since December 31, 2008:

 
          Limited
     
 
          Partner
          Restricted
          Treasury
 
 
          Units
          Units
          Units
          Total
Balance, December 31, 2008
104,547,561
157,300
--
104,704,861
 
Units issued in connection with DRIP
115,703
--
--
115,703
 
Units issued in connection with EUPP
15,902
--
--
15,902
 
Issuance of restricted units under 2006 LTIP
--
140,450
--
140,450
 
Conversion of restricted units to Units
5,000
(5,000)
--
--
 
Acquisition of treasury units
(1,562)
--
1,562
--
 
Cancellation of treasury units
--
--
(1,562)
(1,562)
 
Forfeiture of restricted units
--
(32,350)
--
(32,350)
Balance, June 30, 2009
104,682,604
260,400
--
104,943,004

During the six months ended June 30, 2009, 5,000 restricted unit awards vested and were converted into Units.  Of this amount, 1,562 were sold back to us by an employee to cover related withholding tax requirements.  The total cost of these treasury units were approximately $0.1 million, which was allocated to our limited partners.  Immediately upon acquisition, we cancelled such treasury units.
 
 
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Quarterly Distributions of Available Cash

We make quarterly cash distributions of all of our available cash, generally defined in our Partnership Agreement as consolidated cash receipts less consolidated cash disbursements and cash reserves established by the General Partner in its reasonable discretion (“Available Cash”).  Pursuant to the Partnership Agreement, the General Partner receives incremental incentive cash distributions when unitholders’ cash distributions exceed certain target thresholds.

The following table reflects the allocation of total distributions paid during the periods indicated:

   
For the Six Months
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
 
Limited Partner Units
  $ 151.8     $ 129.8  
General Partner Ownership Interest
    3.1       2.6  
General Partner Incentive
    27.9       23.3  
Total Cash Distributions Paid
  $ 182.8     $ 155.7  
Total Cash Distributions Paid Per Unit
  $ 1.450     $ 1.405  

Our quarterly cash distributions for 2009 are presented in the following table:

   
Distribution
 
Record
Payment
   
per Unit
 
Date
Date
1st Quarter 2009
  $ 0.725  
Apr. 30, 2009
May 7, 2009
2nd Quarter 2009 (1)
  $ 0.725  
Jul. 31, 2009
Aug. 7, 2009
             
(1)  The second quarter 2009 cash distribution will total approximately $91.6 million.

General Partner’s Interest

At June 30, 2009 and December 31, 2008, we had deficit balances of $126.3 million and $110.3 million, respectively, in our General Partner’s equity account.  These negative balances do not represent assets to us and do not represent obligations of the General Partner to contribute cash or other property to us. According to the Partnership Agreement, in the event of our dissolution, after satisfying our liabilities, our remaining assets would be divided among our limited partners and the General Partner generally in the same proportion as Available Cash but calculated on a cumulative basis over the life of the Partnership.  If a deficit balance still remains in the General Partner’s equity account after all allocations are made between the partners, the General Partner would not be required to make whole any such deficit.

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

Our accumulated other comprehensive loss balance consisted of losses of $43.0 million and $45.8 million related to interest rate and treasury lock derivative instruments at June 30, 2009 and December 31, 2008, respectively.
 
 
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Note 12.  Business Segments

We have four reporting segments:

§  
Our Downstream Segment, which is engaged in the pipeline transportation, marketing and storage of refined products, LPGs and petrochemicals;

§  
Our Upstream Segment, which is engaged in the gathering, pipeline transportation, marketing and storage of crude oil, distribution of lubrication oils and specialty chemicals and fuel transportation services;

§  
Our Midstream Segment, which is engaged in the gathering of natural gas, fractionation of NGLs and pipeline transportation of NGLs; and

§  
Our Marine Services Segment, which is engaged in the marine transportation of petroleum products and provision of marine vessel fueling and other ship-assist services.
 
The following table presents our measurement of earnings before interest expense for the periods indicated:
 
   
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Total operating revenues
  $ 1,913.2     $ 4,180.5     $ 3,370.8     $ 6,989.0  
Less:  Total costs and expenses
    1,857.3       4,121.2       3,229.2       6,846.2  
   Operating income
    55.9       59.3       141.6       142.8  
Add:  Equity in income (loss) of unconsolidated affiliates
    (12.2 )     21.3       12.9       41.0  
          Other, net
    0.7       1.1       1.0       1.4  
Earnings before interest expense and provision for income taxes
  $ 44.4     $ 81.7     $ 155.5     $ 185.2  

A reconciliation of our earnings before interest expense and provision for income taxes to net income for the periods indicated is as follows:
 
   
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Earnings before interest expense and provision for income taxes
  $ 44.4     $ 81.7     $ 155.5     $ 185.2  
Interest expense
    (32.3 )     (33.0 )     (64.4 )     (71.6 )
  Income before provision for income taxes
    12.1       48.7       91.1       113.6  
Provision for income taxes
    (0.9 )     (1.0 )     (1.7 )     (1.8 )
    Net income
  $ 11.2     $ 47.7     $ 89.4     $ 111.8  

Amounts indicated in the following table as “Partnership and Other” for income and expense items (including operating income) relate primarily to intersegment eliminations from activities among our reporting segments.  Amounts indicated in the following table as “Partnership and Other” for assets and capital expenditures include the elimination of intersegment related party receivables and investment balances among our reporting segments and assets that we hold that have not been allocated to any of our reporting segments (including such items as corporate furniture and fixtures, vehicles, computer hardware and software, prepaid insurance and unamortized debt issuance costs on debt issued at the Partnership level).
 
 
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The following table includes information by segment, together with reconciliations to our consolidated totals, for the periods indicated:
 
   
Reportable Segments
             
                     
Marine
             
   
Downstream
   
Upstream
   
Midstream
   
Services
   
Partnership
       
   
Segment
   
Segment
   
Segment
   
Segment
   
and Other
   
Consolidated
 
Revenues from third parties:
                                   
Three months ended June 30, 2009
  $ 79.0     $ 1,751.4     $ 27.6     $ 43.7     $ --     $ 1,901.7  
Three months ended June 30, 2008
    75.1       4,025.2       27.2       48.1       --       4,175.6  
Six months ended June 30, 2009
    155.6       3,047.5       52.8       80.6       --       3,336.5  
Six months ended June 30, 2008
    169.7       6,680.3       53.8       73.6       --       6,977.4  
                                                 
Revenues from related parties:
                                               
Three months ended June 30, 2009
    7.9       0.2       3.5       --       (0.1 )     11.5  
Three months ended June 30, 2008
    1.3       0.2       3.4       --       --       4.9  
Six months ended June 30, 2009
    26.8       0.3       7.3       --       (0.1 )     34.3  
Six months ended June 30, 2008
    4.4       0.4       6.9       --       (0.1 )     11.6  
                                                 
Total revenues:
                                               
Three months ended June 30, 2009
    86.9       1,751.6       31.1       43.7       (0.1 )     1,913.2  
Three months ended June 30, 2008
    76.4       4,025.4       30.6       48.1       --       4,180.5  
Six months ended June 30, 2009
    182.4       3,047.8       60.1       80.6       (0.1 )     3,370.8  
Six months ended June 30, 2008
    174.1       6,680.7       60.7       73.6       (0.1 )     6,989.0  
                                                 
Depreciation and amortization:
                                               
Three months ended June 30, 2009
    13.3       6.7       10.3       6.5       --       36.8  
Three months ended June 30, 2008
    10.5       5.0       10.0       6.4       --       31.9  
Six months ended June 30, 2009
    24.8       12.3       19.8       12.9       --       69.8  
Six months ended June 30, 2008
    20.7       9.8       19.6       10.1       --       60.2  
                                                 
Operating income:
                                               
Three months ended June 30, 2009
    13.5       29.9       3.8       8.3       0.4       55.9  
Three months ended June 30, 2008
    15.7       25.6       8.3       8.6       1.1       59.3  
Six months ended June 30, 2009
    47.9       70.8       8.3       13.5       1.1       141.6  
Six months ended June 30, 2008
    52.0       54.9       16.7       15.2       4.0       142.8  
                                                 
Equity in income (loss) of unconsolidated affiliates:
                                         
Three months ended June 30, 2009
    (4.3 )     (31.3 )     23.8       --       (0.4 )     (12.2 )
Three months ended June 30, 2008
    (3.7 )     4.2       21.9       --       (1.1 )     21.3  
Six months ended June 30, 2009
    (7.4 )     (28.0 )     49.4       --       (1.1 )     12.9  
Six months ended June 30, 2008
    (7.8 )     7.2       45.6       --       (4.0 )     41.0  
                                                 
Earnings before interest expense and provision for income taxes:
                                         
Three months ended June 30, 2009
    9.4       (0.9 )     27.6       8.3       --       44.4  
Three months ended June 30, 2008
    12.4       30.4       30.3       8.6       --       81.7  
Six months ended June 30, 2009
    41.0       43.3       57.7       13.5       --       155.5  
Six months ended June 30, 2008
    44.8       62.7       62.5       15.2       --       185.2  
                                                 
Capital expenditures:
                                               
Six months ended June 30, 2009
    120.7       16.5       7.3       18.3       1.5       164.3  
Year ended December 31, 2008
    209.8       33.4       5.2       43.6       8.5       300.5  
                                                 
Segment assets:
                                               
At June 30, 2009
    1,417.9       1,697.8       1,517.8       703.1       18.3       5,354.9  
At December 31, 2008
    1,320.9       1,586.3       1,529.1       653.3       (39.8 )     5,049.8  
                                                 
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates:
                                               
At June 30, 2009
    58.1       182.9       949.2       --       8.7       1,198.9  
At December 31, 2008
    63.2       226.0       957.7       --       9.0       1,255.9  
                                                 
Intangible assets, net:
                                               
At June 30, 2009
    6.6       7.7       122.3       58.5       --       195.1  
At December 31, 2008
    5.4       8.1       131.6       62.6       --       207.7  
                                                 
Goodwill:
                                               
At June 30, 2009
    1.3       14.9       --       90.4       --       106.6  
At December 31, 2008
    1.3       14.9       --       90.4       --       106.6  
 
 
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Note 13.  Related Party Transactions

The following table summarizes related party transactions for the periods indicated:

   
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Revenues from EPCO and affiliates:
                       
Sales of petroleum products (1)
  $ 0.2     $ 0.3     $ 0.3     $ 0.9  
Transportation – NGLs (2)
    3.5       3.4       7.3       6.8  
Transportation – LPGs (3)
    1.5       1.0       6.4       3.3  
Other operating revenues (4)
    6.3       0.2       20.3       0.6  
        Related party revenues
  $ 11.5     $ 4.9     $ 34.3     $ 11.6  
Costs and Expenses from EPCO and affiliates:
                               
Purchases of petroleum products (5)
  $ 45.2     $ 30.5     $ 71.9     $ 50.2  
Operating expense (6)
    29.5       26.7       58.1       48.2  
General and administrative (7)
    7.4       8.0       15.5       16.8  
Costs and Expenses from unconsolidated affiliates:
                               
Purchases of petroleum products (8)
    0.7       2.0       --       3.5  
Operating expense (9)
    0.6       1.6       2.2       3.9  
Costs and Expenses from Cenac and affiliates:
                               
Operating expense (10)
    13.6       9.8       27.0       17.2  
General and administrative (11)
    0.5       0.8       1.6       1.3  
        Related party costs and expenses
  $ 97.5     $ 79.4     $ 176.3     $ 141.1  
                                 
(1)  Includes sales from Lubrication Services, LLC (“LSI”) to Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries.
(2)  Includes revenues from NGL transportation on the Chaparral Pipeline Company, LLC and Quanah Pipeline Company, LLC (collectively referred to as “Chaparral” or “Chaparral NGL system”) and Panola Pipeline Company, LLC (“Panola Pipeline”) NGL pipelines from Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries.
(3)  Includes revenues from LPG transportation on the TE Products pipeline from Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries.
(4)  Includes sales of product inventory from TE Products to Enterprise Products Partners and other operating revenues on the TE Products pipeline from Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries.
(5)  Includes TEPPCO Crude Oil, LLC (“TCO”) purchases of petroleum products of $35.2 million and $25.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, respectively, from Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries and Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. and certain of its subsidiaries. For the six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, such amounts were $55.8 million and $41.5 million, respectively.
(6)  Includes operating payroll, payroll related expenses and other operating expenses, including reimbursements related to employee benefits and employee benefit plans, incurred by EPCO in managing us and our subsidiaries in accordance with the ASA and expenses related to Chaparral’s use of transportation services of a subsidiary of Enterprise Products Partners. Also includes insurance expense for the three months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, of $1.9 million and $2.2 million, respectively, related to premiums paid by EPCO on our behalf. For the six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, such amounts were $5.1 million and $5.2 million, respectively.  The majority of our insurance coverage, including property, liability, business interruption, auto and directors’ and officers’ liability insurance, is obtained through EPCO.
(7)  Includes administrative payroll, payroll related expenses and other administrative expenses, including reimbursements related to employee benefits and employee benefit plans, incurred by EPCO in managing and operating us and our subsidiaries in accordance with the ASA.
(8)  Includes TCO purchases of petroleum products from Jonah and Seaway and pipeline transportation expense from Seaway.
(9)  Includes rental expense and other operating expense.
(10)    Includes reimbursement for operating payroll, payroll related expenses, certain repairs and maintenance expenses and insurance premiums on our equipment under the transitional operating agreement with Cenac Towing Co., Inc., Cenac Offshore, L.L.C. and Mr. Arlen B. Cenac, Jr. (collectively, "Cenac") pursuant to which, our fleet of acquired tow boats and tank barges (including those acquired from Horizon Maritime, L.L.C. (“Horizon”) and TransMontaigne) are operated by employees of Cenac for a period of up to two years following the Cenac acquisition.  See Note 18 for information regarding the termination of the transitional operating agreement.
(11) Includes reimbursement for administrative payroll and payroll related expenses, as well as payment of a $42 thousand monthly service fee and a 5% overhead fee charged on direct costs incurred by Cenac to operate the marine assets in accordance with the transitional operating agreement.
 
  
 
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The following table summarizes our related party receivable and payable amounts at the dates indicated:
 
   
June 30,
   
December 31,
 
   
2009
   
2008
 
Accounts receivable, related parties (1)
  $ 10.7     $ 15.8  
Accounts payable, related parties (2)
    40.9       17.2  
                 
(1)  Relates to sales and transportation services provided to Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries and EPCO and certain of its affiliates and direct payroll, payroll related costs and other operational expenses charged to unconsolidated affiliates.
(2)  Relates to direct payroll, payroll related costs and other operational related charges from Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its subsidiaries and EPCO and certain of its affiliates, transportation and other services provided by unconsolidated affiliates, advances from Seaway for operating expenses and $3.0 million related to operational related charges from Cenac.
 

As an affiliate of EPCO and other companies controlled by Mr. Duncan, our transactions and agreements with them are not necessarily on an arm’s length basis.  As a result, we cannot provide assurance that the terms and provisions of such transactions or agreements are at least as favorable to us as we could have obtained from unaffiliated third parties.

Relationship with EPCO and affiliates

We have an extensive and ongoing relationship with EPCO and its affiliates, which include the following significant entities that are not a part of our consolidated group of companies:

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EPCO and its privately-held affiliates;
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Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC, our General Partner;
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Enterprise GP Holdings, which owns and controls our General Partner;
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Enterprise Products Partners, which is controlled by affiliates of EPCO, including Enterprise GP Holdings;
§  
Duncan Energy Partners, which is controlled by affiliates of EPCO;
§  
Enterprise Gas Processing LLC, which is controlled by affiliates of EPCO and is our joint venture partner in Jonah; and
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the Employee Partnerships, which are controlled by EPCO (see Note 3).

See Note 18 for a subsequent event regarding a loan agreement we entered into with Enterprise Products Partners.

Dan L. Duncan directly owns and controls EPCO and, through Dan Duncan LLC, owns and controls EPE Holdings, LLC, the general partner of Enterprise GP Holdings.  Enterprise GP Holdings owns all of the membership interests of our General Partner.  The principal business activity of our General Partner is to act as our managing partner.  The executive officers of our General Partner are employees of EPCO (see Note 1).

We and our General Partner are both separate legal entities apart from each other and apart from EPCO and its other affiliates, with assets and liabilities that are separate from those of EPCO and its other affiliates.  EPCO and its consolidated privately-held affiliates depend on the cash distributions they receive from our General Partner and other investments to fund their operations and to meet their debt obligations.  We paid cash distributions to our General Partner of $31.0 million and $25.9 million during the six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, respectively.

The limited partner interests in us that are owned or controlled by EPCO and certain of its affiliates, other than those interests owned by Dan Duncan LLC and certain trusts affiliated with Dan L. Duncan, are pledged as security under the credit facility of a privately-held affiliate of EPCO.  All of the membership interests in our General Partner and the limited partner interests in us that are owned or
 
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controlled by Enterprise GP Holdings are pledged as security under its credit facility.  If Enterprise GP Holdings were to default under its credit facility, its lender banks could own our General Partner.

In August 2008, we, together with Enterprise Products Partners and Oiltanking, announced the formation of TOPS.  On April 16, 2009, we, along with a subsidiary of Enterprise Products Partners, dissociated ourselves from TOPS (see Note 7).

EPCO ASA.  We have no employees.  We are managed by our General Partner, and all of our management, administrative and operating functions are performed by employees of EPCO, pursuant to the ASA or by other service providers.  We, Enterprise Products Partners, Duncan Energy Partners, Enterprise GP Holdings and our respective general partners are among the parties to the ASA.  The Audit, Conflicts and Governance Committee (“ACG Committee”) of each general partner has approved the ASA.

Under the ASA, we reimburse EPCO for all costs and expenses it incurs in providing management, administrative and operating services for us, including compensation of employees (i.e., salaries, medical benefits and retirement benefits) (see Note 1).  Since the vast majority of such expenses are charged to us on an actual basis (i.e., no mark-up or subsidy is charged or received by EPCO), we believe that such expenses are representative of what the amounts would have been on a standalone basis.  With respect to allocated costs, we believe that the proportional direct allocation method employed by EPCO is reasonable and reflective of the estimated level of costs we would have incurred on a standalone basis.

On January 30, 2009, we entered into the Fifth Amended and Restated ASA, which amended the previous ASA to provide for the cash reimbursement to EPCO by us of distributions of cash or securities, if any, made by TEPPCO Unit II to its Class B limited partner, Mr. Jerry Thompson, our chief executive officer and an employee of EPCO.  The Fifth Amended and Restated ASA also extends the term of EPCO’s service obligations from December 2010 to December 2013.

Proposed Merger with Enterprise Products Partners.  On June 28, 2009, we and our General Partner entered into definitive merger agreements with Enterprise Products Partners, EPGP, and two of its subsidiaries. Under the terms of the definitive agreements, we and our General Partner would become wholly owned subsidiaries of Enterprise Products Partners, and each of our outstanding Units, other than 3,645,509 of our Units owned by a privately-held affiliate of EPCO, would be cancelled and converted into the right to receive 1.24 Enterprise Products Partners common units.  The 3,645,509 Units owned by a privately-held affiliate of EPCO would be converted, based on the 1.24 exchange ratio, into the right to receive 4,520,431 of Enterprise Products Partners Class B units (“Class B Units”).  The Class B Units would not be entitled to regular quarterly cash distributions of Enterprise Products Partners for sixteen quarters following the closing of the merger and, except for the payment of distributions, would have the same rights and privileges as Enterprise Products Partners common units.  The Class B Units would convert automatically into the same number of Enterprise Products Partners common units on the date immediately following the payment date for the sixteenth quarterly distribution following the closing of the merger.  No fractional Enterprise Products Partners common units would be issued in the proposed merger, and our unitholders would, instead, receive cash in lieu of fractional Enterprise Products Partners common units, if any.  

Under the terms of the definitive agreements, Enterprise GP Holdings would receive 1,331,681 common units of Enterprise Products Partners and an increase in the capital account of EPGP to maintain its 2% general partner interest in Enterprise Products Partners as consideration for 100% of the membership interests of our General Partner.

A Special Committee of the ACG Committee of our General Partner unanimously determined that the merger is fair and reasonable to us and our unaffiliated unitholders and recommended that the merger be approved by our unaffiliated unitholders, the ACG Committee of our General Partner and our General
 
 
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Partner’s board of directors.  Based upon such determination and recommendation, the ACG Committee of our General Partner unanimously determined that the merger is fair and reasonable to us and our unaffiliated unitholders and approved the merger, such approval constituting “Special Approval” under our Partnership Agreement.  The ACG Committee of our General Partner also recommended that our General Partner’s board of directors approve the merger.  Based on the Special Committee’s determination and recommendation, as well as the ACG Committee’s determination, Special Approval and recommendation, our General Partner’s board of directors unanimously approved the merger and recommended that our unaffiliated unitholders vote in favor of the merger proposal.  In addition, the ACG Committee of the general partner of each of Enterprise Products Partners and Enterprise GP Holdings also approved the transaction.

Completion of the proposed merger is subject to the approval of holders of at least a majority of our outstanding Units.  In addition, pursuant to the merger agreement providing for the merger of our Partnership, the number of votes cast in favor of the merger agreement by our unitholders (excluding certain unitholders affiliated with EPCO and other specified officers and directors of our General Partner, Enterprise GP Holdings and Enterprise Products Partners) must exceed the votes cast against the merger agreement by such unitholders.  Affiliates of EPCO, including Enterprise GP Holdings, have executed a support agreement with Enterprise Products Partners in which they have agreed to vote their Units in favor of the merger agreement.  The closing is also subject to customary regulatory approvals, including that under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended.  Subject to the receipt of regulatory and unitholder approvals, completion of the proposed merger is expected to occur during the fourth quarter of 2009.  See Note 15 for information regarding litigation matters associated with the proposed merger.

The merger agreement providing for the merger of our Partnership contains provisions granting both us and Enterprise Products Partners the right to terminate the agreement for certain reasons, including, among others, (i) if our merger into its subsidiary has not occurred on or before December 31, 2009, and (ii) our failure to obtain unitholder approval as described above.

We incurred $6.8 million of merger-related expenses during the second quarter of 2009 that are reflected as a component of general and administrative costs.

Jonah Joint Venture.  Enterprise Products Partners (through an affiliate) is our joint venture partner in Jonah, the partnership through which we have owned our interest in the system serving the Jonah and Pinedale fields.  Through June 30, 2009, we have reimbursed Enterprise Products Partners $308.3 million ($1.8 million in 2009, $44.9 million in 2008, $152.2 million in 2007 and $109.4 million in 2006) for our share of the Phase V cost incurred by it (including its cost of capital incurred prior to the formation of the joint venture of $1.3 million).  At June 30, 2009 and December 31, 2008, we had payables to Enterprise Products Partners for costs incurred of less than $0.1 million and $1.0 million, respectively.  At June 30, 2009 and December 31, 2008, we had receivables from Jonah of $9.2 million and $4.7 million, respectively, for operating expenses.  During the six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, we received distributions from Jonah of $76.0 million and $75.9 million, respectively.  During each of the six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, Jonah paid distributions of $18.2 million to the affiliate of Enterprise Products Partners that is our joint venture partner.

Ownership of our General Partner by Enterprise GP Holdings; Relationship with Energy Transfer Equity.  Enterprise GP Holdings owns and controls the 2% general partner interest in us and has the right (through its 100% ownership of our General Partner) to receive the incentive distribution rights associated with the general partner interest.  Enterprise GP Holdings, DFIGP and other entities controlled by Mr. Duncan own 17,073,315 of our Units.
 
 
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Enterprise GP Holdings acquired equity method investments in Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. (“Energy Transfer Equity”) and its general partner in May 2007.  As a result, Energy Transfer Equity and its consolidated subsidiaries became related parties to us.

Relationship with Unconsolidated Affiliates

Our significant related party revenues and expense transactions with unconsolidated affiliates consist of management, rental and other revenues, transportation expense related to movements on Centennial and Seaway and rental expense related to the lease of pipeline capacity on Centennial.  For additional information regarding our unconsolidated affiliates, see Note 7.

See “Jonah Joint Venture” within this Note 13 for a description of ongoing transactions involving our Jonah joint venture with Enterprise Products Partners.


Note 14.  Earnings Per Unit

The following table presents the net income available to our General Partner for the periods indicated for purposes of calculating earnings per Unit:

   
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
Net income attributable to TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
  $ 11.2     $ 47.7     $ 89.4     $ 111.8  
                                 
Distributions Declared During Quarter:
                               
Distributions to General Partner (including incentive
    distributions)
  $ 15.6     $ 13.5     $ 31.0     $ 27.1  
Distributions to limited partners
    76.0       67.5       152.0       134.8  
Total distributions declared during quarter
  $ 91.6     $ 81.0     $ 183.0     $ 161.9  
                                 
Excess of distributions over net income
  $ (80.4 )   $ (33.3 )   $ (93.6 )   $ (50.1 )
General Partner’s interest in net income
    16.93 %     16.74 %     16.93 %     16.74 %
Earnings allocation adjustment to General Partner
    under EITF 07-4 (1)
  $ (13.7 )   $ (5.5 )   $ (15.9 )   $ (8.4 )
                                 
Distributions to General Partner (including incentive
    distributions)
  $ 15.6     $ 13.5     $ 31.0     $ 27.1  
Earnings allocation adjustment to General Partner
    under EITF 07-4
    (13.7 )     (5.5 )     (15.9 )     (8.4 )
Net income available to our General Partner
  $ 1.9     $ 8.0     $ 15.1     $ 18.7  
                                 
(1)  For purposes of computing basic and diluted earnings per Unit, we apply the provisions of EITF 07-4 (ASC 260), Application of the Two-Class Method under FASB Statement No. 128 to Master Limited Partnerships. Our earnings are allocated on a basis consistent with distributions declared during the quarter (see Note 11).
 
 
 
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The following table presents our calculation of basic and diluted earnings per Unit for the periods indicated:
 
   
For the Three Months
   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
   
2009
   
2008
 
BASIC EARNINGS PER UNIT:
                       
  Numerator:
                       
Limited partners’ interest in net income
  $ 9.3     $ 39.7     $ 74.3     $ 93.1  
                                 
  Denominator:
                               
Weighted-average Units
    104.7       94.8       104.6       94.0  
Weighted-average time-vested restricted units
    0.2       0.1       0.2       --  
   Total
    104.9       94.9       104.8       94.0  
                                 
  Basic earnings per Unit:
                               
Net income attributable to TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
  $ 0.11     $ 0.50     $ 0.85     $ 1.19  
General Partner’s interest in net income
    (0.02 )     (0.08 )     (0.14 )     (0.20 )
Limited partners’ interest in net income
  $ 0.09     $ 0.42     $ 0.71     $ 0.99  
                                 
DILUTED EARNINGS PER UNIT:
                               
  Numerator:
                               
Limited partners’ interest in net income
  $ 9.3     $ 39.7     $ 74.3     $ 93.1  
                                 
  Denominator:
                               
Weighted-average Units
    104.7       94.8       104.6       94.0  
Weighted-average time-vested restricted units
    0.2       0.1       0.2       --  
Weighted-average incremental option units
    *       --       *       *  
   Total
    104.9       94.9       104.8       94.0  
                                 
  Diluted earnings per Unit:
                               
Net income attributable to TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
  $ 0.11     $ 0.50     $ 0.85     $ 1.19  
General Partner’s interest in net income
    (0.02 )     (0.08 )     (0.14 )     (0.20 )
Limited partners’ interest in net income
  $ 0.09     $ 0.42     $ 0.71     $ 0.99  
                                 
*Amount is negligible.
 

Our General Partner’s percentage interest in our net income increases as cash distributions paid per Unit increase, in accordance with our Partnership Agreement.  At June 30, 2009 and 2008, we had outstanding 104,943,004 and 95,022,897 Units, respectively.


Note 15.  Commitments and Contingencies

Litigation

In 1991, we were named as a defendant in a matter styled Jimmy R. Green, et al. v. Cities Service Refinery, et al. as filed in the 26th Judicial District Court of Bossier Parish, Louisiana.  The plaintiffs in this matter reside or formerly resided on land that was once the site of a refinery owned by one of our co-defendants.  The former refinery is located near our Bossier City facility.  Plaintiffs have claimed personal injuries and property damage arising from alleged contamination of the refinery property.  The plaintiffs have pursued certification as a class and their last demand had been approximately $175.0 million. Following a hearing, the trial court ruled that the prerequisites for certifying a class do not exist.  We expect that a final order dismissing the matter is forthcoming.  Accordingly, we do not believe that the outcome of this lawsuit will have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

In October 2005, Williams Gas Processing, n/k/a Williams Field Services Company, LLC (“Williams”) notified Jonah that the gas delivered to Williams’ Opal Gas Processing Plant (“Opal Plant”) allegedly failed to conform to quality specifications of the Interconnect and Operator Balancing Agreement (“Interconnect Agreement”) which has allegedly caused damages to the Opal Plant in excess of $28.0 million.  On July 24, 2007, Jonah filed suit against Williams in Harris County, Texas seeking a declaratory order that Jonah was not liable to Williams.  In addition, on August 24, 2007, Williams filed a complaint in

 
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the 3rd Judicial District Court of Lincoln County, Wyoming alleging that Jonah was delivering non-conforming gas from its gathering customers in the Jonah system to the Opal Plant, in violation of the Interconnect Agreement.  Jonah denies any liability to Williams.  Discovery is ongoing.

On September 18, 2006, Peter Brinckerhoff, a purported unitholder of TEPPCO, filed a complaint in the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware (the “Delaware Court”), in his individual capacity, as a putative class action on behalf of our other unitholders, and derivatively on our behalf, concerning proposals made to our unitholders in our definitive proxy statement filed with the SEC on September 11, 2006 (“Proxy Statement”) and other transactions involving us and Enterprise Products Partners or its affiliates.  Mr. Brinckerhoff filed an amended complaint on July 12, 2007.  The amended complaint names as defendants the General Partner; the board of directors of our General Partner; EPCO; Enterprise Products Partners and certain of its affiliates and Dan L. Duncan.  We are named as a nominal defendant.

The amended complaint alleges, among other things, that certain of the transactions adopted at a special meeting of our unitholders on December 8, 2006, including a reduction of the General Partner’s maximum percentage interest in our distributions in exchange for Units (the “Issuance Proposal”), were unfair to our unitholders and constituted a breach by the defendants of fiduciary duties owed to our unitholders and that the Proxy Statement failed to provide our unitholders with all material facts necessary for them to make an informed decision whether to vote in favor of or against the proposals.  The amended complaint further alleges that, since Mr. Duncan acquired control of the General Partner in 2005, the defendants, in breach of their fiduciary duties to us and our unitholders, have caused us to enter into certain transactions with Enterprise Products Partners or its affiliates that were unfair to us or otherwise unfairly favored Enterprise Products Partners or its affiliates over us.  The amended complaint alleges that such transactions include the Jonah joint venture entered into by us and an Enterprise Products Partners' affiliate in August 2006 (citing the fact that our ACG Committee did not obtain a fairness opinion from an independent investment banking firm in approving the transaction and alleging we did not receive fair value for Enterprise Products Partners' participation in the joint venture), and the sale by us to an Enterprise Products Partners’ affiliate of the Pioneer plant in March 2006 (alleging that the purchase price did not provide fair value for the purchased assets to us).  As more fully described in the Proxy Statement, the ACG Committee recommended the Issuance Proposal for approval by the board of directors of the General Partner.  The amended complaint also alleges that Richard S. Snell, Michael B. Bracy and Murray H. Hutchison, constituting the three members of the ACG Committee at the time, cannot be considered independent because of their alleged ownership of securities in Enterprise Products Partners and its affiliates and/or their relationships with Mr. Duncan.

The amended complaint seeks relief (i) awarding damages for profits and special benefits allegedly obtained by defendants as a result of the alleged wrongdoings in the complaint; (ii) rescinding all actions taken pursuant to the Proxy vote; and (iii) awarding plaintiff costs of the action, including fees and expenses of his attorneys and experts.  By its Opinion and Order dated November 25, 2008, the Delaware Court dismissed Mr. Brinckerhoff’s individual and putative class action claims with respect to the amendments to our Partnership Agreement.  We refer to this action and the remaining claims in this action as the “Derivative Action.”      

On April 29, 2009, Peter Brinckerhoff and Renee Horowitz, as Attorney in Fact for Rae Kenrow, purported unitholders of TEPPCO, filed separate complaints in the Delaware Court as putative class actions on behalf of our other unitholders, concerning the proposed merger of us and our General Partner with Enterprise Products Partners (see Note 13).  On May 11, 2009, these actions were consolidated under the caption Texas Eastern Products Pipeline Company, LLC Merger Litigation, C.A. No. 4548-VCL (“Merger Action”).  The complaints name as defendants our General Partner; Enterprise Products Partners and its general partner; EPCO; Dan L. Duncan; and each of the directors of our General Partner.

The Merger Action complaints allege, among other things, that the terms of the merger (as proposed as of the time the Merger Action complaints were filed) are grossly unfair to our unitholders, that Mr. Duncan and other defendants who control us have acted to drive down the price of our Units and that the proposed merger is an attempt to extinguish the Derivative Action without consideration and without

 
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adequate information having been provided to our unitholders to cast a vote with respect to the proposed merger. The complaints further allege that the process through which the Special Committee of our ACG Committee was appointed to consider the proposed merger is contrary to the spirit and intent of our Partnership Agreement and constitutes a breach of the implied covenant of fair dealing.

The complaints seek relief (i) enjoining the defendants and all persons acting in concert with them from pursuing the proposed merger; (ii) rescinding the proposed merger to the extent it is consummated, or awarding rescissory damages in respect thereof; (iii) directing the defendants to account for all damages suffered or to be suffered by the plaintiffs and the purposed class as a result of the defendants’ alleged wrongful conduct; and (iv) awarding plaintiffs’ costs of the actions, including fees and expenses of their attorneys and experts.

On June 28, 2009, the parties entered into a Memorandum of Understanding pursuant to which we, our General Partner, Enterprise Products Partners, EPCO, all other individual defendants and the plaintiffs have proposed to settle the Merger Action and the Derivative Action.  On August 5, 2009, the parties entered into a Stipulation and Agreement of Compromise, Settlement and Release (the “Settlement Agreement”) contemplated by the Memorandum of Understanding.  Pursuant to the Settlement Agreement, the board of directors of our General Partner will recommend to our unitholders that they approve the adoption of the merger agreement and take all necessary steps to seek unitholder approval for the merger as soon as practicable.  Pursuant to the Settlement Agreement, approval of the merger will require, in addition to votes required under our Partnership Agreement, that the actual votes cast in favor of the proposal by holders of our outstanding Units, excluding those held by defendants to the Derivative Action, exceed the actual votes cast against the proposal by those holders.  The Settlement Agreement further provides that the Derivative Action was considered by the Special Committee to be a significant benefit of ours for which fair value was obtained in the merger consideration. 

The Settlement Agreement is subject to customary conditions, including Delaware Court approval.  There can be no assurance that the Delaware Court will approve the settlement in the Settlement Agreement.  In such event, the proposed settlement as contemplated by the Settlement Agreement may be terminated.  Among other things, the plaintiffs’ agreement to settle the Derivative Action and Merger Action litigation, including their agreement to the fairness of the proposed terms and process of the merger negotiations is subject to (i) the drafting and execution of other such documentation as may be required to obtain final Delaware Court approval and dismissal of the actions, (ii) Delaware Court approval and the mailing of the notice of settlement which sets forth the terms of settlement to our unitholders, (iii) consummation of the proposed merger and (iv) final Delaware Court certification and approval of the settlement and dismissal of the actions.  See Note 13 for additional information regarding our relationship with Enterprise Products Partners, including information related to the proposed merger.

Additionally, on June 29 and 30, 2009, respectively, M. Lee Arnold and Sharon Olesky, purported unitholders of TEPPCO, filed separate complaints in the District Courts of Harris County, Texas, as putative class actions on behalf of our other unitholders, concerning the proposed merger of us with Enterprise Products Partners. The complaints name as defendants us; our General Partner; Enterprise Products Partners and its general partner; EPCO; Dan L. Duncan; Jerry Thompson; and the board of directors of our General Partner.  These allegations in the complaints are similar to the complaints filed in Delaware on April 29, 2009 and seek similar relief.

In connection with the dissociation of Enterprise Products Partners and us from TOPS (see Note 7), Oiltanking has filed an original petition against Enterprise Offshore Port System, LLC, Enterprise Products Operating, LLC, TEPPCO O/S Port System, LLC, us and our General Partner in the District Court of Harris County, Texas, 61st Judicial District (Cause No. 2009-31367), asserting, among other things, that the dissociation was wrongful and in breach of the TOPS partnership agreement, citing provisions of the agreement that, if applicable, would continue to obligate us and Enterprise Products Partners to make capital contributions to fund the project and impose liabilities on us and Enterprise Products Partners.  
 
 
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Since we believe that our actions in dissociating from TOPS are expressly permitted by, and in accordance with, the terms of the TOPS partnership agreement, we intend to vigorously defend such actions.  We have not recorded any reserves for potential liabilities relating to this litigation, although we may determine in future periods that an accrual of reserves for potential liabilities (including costs of litigation) should be made.  If these payments are substantial, we could experience a material adverse impact on our results of operations and our liquidity.

In addition to the proceedings discussed above, we have been, in the ordinary course of business, a defendant in various lawsuits and a party to various other legal proceedings, some of which are covered in whole or in part by insurance.  We believe that the outcome of these other proceedings will not individually or in the aggregate have a future material adverse effect on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

We evaluate our ongoing litigation based upon a combination of litigation and settlement alternatives.  These reviews are updated as the facts and combinations of the cases develop or change.  Assessing and predicting the outcome of these matters involves substantial uncertainties.  In the event that the assumptions we used to evaluate these matters change in future periods or new information becomes available, we may be required to record a liability for an adverse outcome.  In an effort to mitigate potential adverse consequences of litigation, we could also seek to settle legal proceedings brought against us.  We have not recorded any significant reserves for any litigation in our financial statements.

Regulatory Matters

Our pipelines and other facilities are subject to multiple environmental obligations and potential liabilities under a variety of federal, state and local laws and regulations.  These include, without limitation: the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act; the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; the Clean Air Act; the Federal Water Pollution Control Act or the Clean Water Act; the Oil Pollution Act; and analogous state and local laws and regulations.  Such laws and regulations affect many aspects of our present and future operations, and generally require us to obtain and comply with a wide variety of environmental registrations, licenses, permits, inspections and other approvals, with respect to air emissions, water quality, wastewater discharges, and solid and hazardous waste management.  Failure to comply with these requirements may expose us to fines, penalties and/or interruptions in our operations that could influence our results of operations.  If an accidental leak, spill or release of hazardous substances occurs at any facilities that we own, operate or otherwise use, or where we send materials for treatment or disposal, we could be held jointly and severally liable for all resulting liabilities, including investigation, remedial and clean-up costs.  Likewise, we could be required to remove or remediate previously disposed wastes or property contamination, including groundwater contamination.  Any or all of this could materially affect our results of operations and cash flows.

We believe that our operations and facilities are in substantial compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations, and that the cost of compliance with such laws and regulations will not have a material adverse effect on our results of operations or financial position.  We cannot ensure, however, that existing environmental regulations will not be revised or that new regulations will not be adopted or become applicable to us.  The clear trend in environmental regulation is to place more restrictions and limitations on activities that may be perceived to affect the environment; and thus there can be no assurance as to the amount or timing of future expenditures for environmental regulation compliance or remediation, and actual future expenditures may be different from the amounts we currently anticipate.  Revised or additional regulations that result in increased compliance costs or additional operating restrictions, particularly if those costs are not fully recoverable from our customers, could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.  At June 30, 2009 and December 31, 2008, our accrued liabilities for environmental remediation projects totaled $6.2 million and $6.9 million, respectively.

 
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In 1999, our Arcadia, Louisiana facility and adjacent terminals were directed by the Remediation Services Division of the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (“LDEQ”) to pursue remediation of environmental contamination.  Effective March 2004, we executed an access agreement with an adjacent industrial landowner who is located upgradient of the Arcadia facility.  This agreement enables the landowner to proceed with remediation activities at our Arcadia facility for which it has accepted shared responsibility.  At June 30, 2009, we have an accrued liability of $0.5 million for remediation costs at our Arcadia facility.  We do not expect that the completion of the remediation program proposed to the LDEQ will have a future material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

We received a notice of probable violation from the U.S. Department of Transportation on April 25, 2005 for alleged violations of pipeline safety regulations at our Todhunter facility, with a proposed $0.4 million civil penalty.  We responded on June 30, 2005 by admitting certain of the alleged violations, contesting others and requesting a reduction in the proposed civil penalty.  In June 2009, we paid $0.4 million to the U.S. Department of Transportation in settlement of the matter.  This settlement did not have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (“FERC”), pursuant to the Interstate Commerce Act of 1887, as amended, the Energy Policy Act of 1992 and rules and orders promulgated thereunder, regulates the tariff rates for our interstate common carrier pipeline operations.  To be lawful under that Act, interstate tariff rates, terms and conditions of service must be just and reasonable and not unduly discriminatory, and must be on file with FERC.  In addition, pipelines may not confer any undue preference upon any shipper.  Shippers may protest, and the FERC may investigate, the lawfulness of new or changed tariff rates.  The FERC can suspend those tariff rates for up to seven months.  It can also require refunds of amounts collected with interest pursuant to rates that are ultimately found to be unlawful.  The FERC and interested parties can also challenge tariff rates that have become final and effective.  Because of the complexity of rate making, the lawfulness of any rate is never assured.  A successful challenge of our rates could adversely affect our revenues.

The FERC uses prescribed rate methodologies for approving regulated tariff rates for transporting crude oil and refined products.  Our interstate tariff rates are either market-based or derived in accordance with the FERC’s indexing methodology, which currently allows a pipeline to increase its rates by a percentage linked to the producer price index for finished goods.  These methodologies may limit our ability to set rates based on our actual costs or may delay the use of rates reflecting increased costs.  Changes in the FERC’s approved methodology for approving rates could adversely affect us.  Adverse decisions by the FERC in approving our regulated rates could adversely affect our cash flow.

The intrastate liquids pipeline transportation and gas gathering services we provide are subject to various state laws and regulations that apply to the rates we charge and the terms and conditions of the services we offer.  Although state regulation typically is less onerous than FERC regulation, the rates we charge and the provision of our services may be subject to challenge.

Although our natural gas gathering systems are generally exempt from FERC regulation under the Natural Gas Act of 1938, FERC regulation still significantly affects our natural gas gathering business.  Our natural gas gathering operations could be adversely affected in the future should they become subject to the application of federal regulation of rates and services or if the states in which we operate adopt policies imposing more onerous regulation on gathering.  Additional rules and legislation pertaining to these matters are considered and adopted from time to time at both state and federal levels.  We cannot predict what effect, if any, such regulatory changes and legislation might have on our operations or revenues.

Recent scientific studies have suggested that emissions of certain gases, commonly referred to as “greenhouse gases” or “GHGs” and including carbon dioxide and methane, may be contributing to climate change.  On April 17, 2009, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) issued a notice of its

 
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proposed finding and determination that emission of carbon dioxide, methane, and other GHGs present an endangerment to human health and the environment because emissions of such gases are, according to the EPA, contributing to warming of the earth’s atmosphere.  The EPA’s finding and determination would allow it to begin regulating emissions of GHGs under existing provisions of the federal Clean Air Act.  Although it may take the EPA several years to adopt and impose regulations limiting emissions of GHGs, any such regulation could require us to incur costs to reduce emissions of GHGs associated with our operations.  In addition, on June 26, 2009, the U.S. House of Representatives approved adoption of the “American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009,” also known as the “Waxman-Markey cap-and-trade legislation” or “ACESA.”  ACESA would establish an economy-wide cap on emissions of GHGs in the United States and would require most sources of GHG emissions to obtain GHG emission “allowances” corresponding to their annual emissions of GHGs.  The U.S. Senate has also begun work on its own legislation for controlling and reducing emissions of GHGs in the United States.  Any laws or regulations that may be adopted to restrict or reduce emissions of GHGs would likely require us to incur increased operating costs, and may have an adverse effect on our business, financial position, demand for our products, results of operations and cash flows.

Contractual Obligations

Scheduled maturities of long-term debt.  With the exception of routine fluctuations in the balance of our Revolving Credit Facility, there have been no material changes in our scheduled maturities of long-term debt since those reported in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008.

Operating lease obligations.  Lease and rental expense was $4.6 million and $5.1 million during the three months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, respectively.  For the six months ended June 30, 2009 and 2008, lease and rental expense was $9.1 million and $10.3 million, respectively.  There have been no material changes in our operating lease commitments since December 31, 2008.

Purchase obligations.  Apart from that discussed below, there have been no material changes in our purchase obligations since December 31, 2008.

Due to our dissociation from TOPS, our capital expenditure commitments decreased by an estimated $68.0 million.  See Note 7 for additional information regarding our dissociation from TOPS.

Other

Guarantees.  At June 30, 2009 and December 31, 2008, Centennial’s debt obligations consisted of $124.8 million and $129.9 million, respectively, borrowed under a master shelf loan agreement.  We, TE Products, TEPPCO Midstream and TCTM (collectively, the “TEPPCO Guarantors”) are required, on a joint and several basis, to pay 50% of any past-due amount under Centennial’s master shelf loan agreement not paid by Centennial.  We may be required to provide additional credit support in the form of a letter of credit or pay certain fees if either of our credit ratings from Standard & Poor’s Ratings Group and Moody’s Investors Service, Inc. falls below investment grade levels.  If Centennial defaults on its debt obligations, the estimated maximum potential amount of future payments for the TEPPCO Guarantors and Marathon Petroleum Company LLC (“Marathon”) is $62.4 million each at June 30, 2009.  At June 30, 2009, we have a liability of $8.7 million, which is based upon the expected present value of amounts we would have to pay under the guarantee.

TE Products, Marathon and Centennial have also entered into a limited cash call agreement, which allows each member to contribute cash in lieu of Centennial procuring separate insurance in the event of a third-party liability arising from a catastrophic event.  There is an indefinite term for the agreement and each member is to contribute cash in proportion to its ownership interest, up to a maximum of $50.0 million each.  As a result of the catastrophic event guarantee, at June 30, 2009, TE Products has a liability of $3.7 million, which is based upon the expected present value of amounts we would have to pay under the

 
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guarantee.  If a catastrophic event were to occur and we were required to contribute cash to Centennial, such contributions might be covered by our insurance (net of deductible), depending upon the nature of the catastrophic event.

Motiva Project.  In December 2006, we signed an agreement with Motiva Enterprises, LLC (“Motiva”) for us to construct and operate a new refined products storage facility to support the expansion of Motiva’s refinery in Port Arthur, Texas.  Under the terms of the agreement, we are constructing a 5.4 million barrel refined products storage facility for gasoline and distillates.  The agreement also provides for a 15-year throughput and dedication of volume, which will commence upon completion of the refinery expansion or July 1, 2010, whichever comes first.  Through June 30, 2009, we have spent approximately $245.6 million on this construction project.  Under the terms of the agreement, if Motiva cancels the agreement prior to the commencement date of the project, Motiva will reimburse us the actual reasonable expenses we have incurred after the effective date of the agreement, including both internal and external costs that would be capitalized as a part of the project, plus a ten percent cancellation fee.

TOPS.  We, through a subsidiary, owned a one-third interest in TOPS until April 16, 2009.  We had guaranteed up to approximately $700.0 million of the project costs to be incurred by this partnership.  Upon our dissociation (see Note 7), our obligations under this commitment terminated.

Insurance Matters

EPCO completed its annual insurance renewal process during the second quarter of 2009.  In light of recent hurricane and other weather-related events, the renewal of policies for weather-related risks resulted in significant increases in premiums and certain deductibles, as well as changes in the scope of coverage.

EPCO’s deductible for onshore physical damage from windstorms increased from $10.0 million per storm to $25.0 million per storm.  EPCO’s onshore program currently provides $150.0 million per occurrence for named windstorm events compared to $175.0 million per occurrence in the prior year.  For non-windstorm events, EPCO’s deductible for onshore physical damage remained at $5.0 million per occurrence.  Business interruption coverage in connection with a windstorm event remained unchanged for onshore assets.  Onshore assets covered by business interruption insurance must be out-of-service in excess of 60 days before any losses from business interruption will be covered.  Furthermore, pursuant to the current policy, we will now absorb 50% of the first $50.0 million of any loss in excess of deductible amounts for our onshore assets.  There were no changes to insurance coverage for our marine transportation assets.
 
 
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Note 16.  Supplemental Cash Flow Information

The following table provides information regarding (i) the net effect of changes in our operating assets and liabilities, (ii) non-cash investing and financing activities and (iii) cash payments for interest for the periods indicated:
   
For the Six Months
 
   
Ended June 30,
 
   
2009
   
2008
 
Decrease (increase) in:
           
Accounts receivable, trade
  $ (194.4 )   $ (586.7 )
Accounts receivable, related parties
    6.1       (6.1 )
Inventories
    (42.8 )     (43.7 )
Other current assets
    (3.2 )     (9.9 )
Other
    (3.3 )     (7.7 )
Increase (decrease) in:
               
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
    181.6       610.8  
Accounts payable, related parties
    23.8       (12.1 )
Other
    0.8       (2.1 )
Net effect of changes in operating accounts
  $ (31.4 )   $ (57.5 )
                 
Non-cash investing activities:
               
   Payable to Enterprise Gas Processing, LLC for spending for
      Phase V expansion of Jonah Gas Gathering Company
  $ --     $ 2.8  
   Liabilities for construction work in progress
  $ 10.7     $ 22.5  
Non-cash financing activities:
               
   Issuance of Units in Cenac acquisition
  $ --     $ 186.6  
Supplemental disclosure of cash flows:
               
   Cash paid for interest (net of amounts capitalized)
  $ 63.4     $ 56.9  


Note 17.  Supplemental Condensed Consolidating Financial Information

The Guarantor Subsidiaries have issued full, unconditional, and joint and several guarantees of our senior notes, our Junior Subordinated Notes (collectively “the Guaranteed Debt”) and our Revolving Credit Facility.

The following supplemental condensed consolidating financial information reflects our separate accounts, the combined accounts of the Guarantor Subsidiaries, the combined accounts of our other non-guarantor subsidiaries, the combined consolidating adjustments and eliminations and our consolidated accounts for the dates and periods indicated.  For purposes of the following consolidating information, our investments in our subsidiaries and the Guarantor Subsidiaries’ investments in their subsidiaries are accounted for under the equity method of accounting.  Earnings of subsidiaries are therefore reflected in the Partnership’s and Guarantor Subsidiaries’ investment accounts and earnings.  The elimination entries presented herein eliminate investments in subsidiaries and intercompany balances and transactions.

 
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June 30, 2009
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Assets
                             
Current assets
  $ 15.8     $ 79.6     $ 1,357.9     $ (323.5 )   $ 1,129.8  
Property, plant and equipment – net
    14.0       1,378.2       1,199.4       --       2,591.6  
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates
    8.7       1,007.3       182.9       --       1,198.9  
Investments in consolidated affiliates
    1,592.5       430.6       --       (2,023.1 )     --  
Goodwill
    --       --       106.6       --       106.6  
Intercompany notes receivable
    2,843.9       --       --       (2,843.9 )     --  
Intangible assets
    --       110.8       84.3       --       195.1  
Other assets
    13.5       33.7       85.7       --       132.9  
    Total assets
  $ 4,488.4     $ 3,040.2     $ 3,016.8     $ (5,190.5 )   $ 5,354.9  
Liabilities and partners’ capital
                                       
Current liabilities
  $ 239.7     $ 152.7     $ 1,018.0     $ (323.5 )   $ 1,086.9  
Long-term debt
    2,733.8       1,552.7       1,291.2       (2,843.9 )     2,733.8  
Intercompany notes payable
    --       --       --       --       --  
Other long-term liabilities
    8.5       16.7       2.6       --       27.8  
Total partners’ capital
    1,506.4       1,318.1       705.0       (2,023.1 )     1,506.4  
    Total liabilities and partners’ capital
  $ 4,488.4     $ 3,040.2     $ 3,016.8     $ (5,190.5 )   $ 5,354.9  

   
December 31, 2008
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Assets
                             
Current assets
  $ 23.1     $ 145.2     $ 1,148.0     $ (408.7 )   $ 907.6  
Property, plant and equipment – net
    13.5       1,294.8       1,131.6       --       2,439.9  
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates
    9.0       1,020.9       226.0       --       1,255.9  
Investments in consolidated affiliates
    1,686.0       399.0       --       (2,085.0 )     --  
Goodwill
    --       --       106.6       --       106.6  
Intercompany notes receivable
    2,628.3       --       --       (2,628.3 )     --  
Intangible assets
    --       118.0       89.7       --       207.7  
Other assets
    14.4       33.3       84.4       --       132.1  
   Total assets
  $ 4,374.3     $ 3,011.2     $ 2,786.3     $ (5,122.0 )   $ 5,049.8  
Liabilities and partners’ capital
                                       
Current liabilities
  $ 244.5     $ 215.4     $ 848.8     $ (408.7 )   $ 900.0  
Long-term debt
    2,529.6       --       --       --       2,529.6  
Intercompany notes payable
    --       1,424.3       1,204.0       (2,628.3 )     --  
Other long-term liabilities
    8.7       17.0       3.0       --       28.7  
Total partners’ capital
    1,591.5       1,354.5       730.5       (2,085.0 )     1,591.5  
   Total liabilities and partners’ capital
  $ 4,374.3     $ 3,011.2     $ 2,786.3     $ (5,122.0 )   $ 5,049.8  

 
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For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2009
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Operating revenues
  $ --     $ 86.7     $ 1,826.6     $ (0.1 )   $ 1,913.2  
Costs and expenses
    --       78.1       1,779.7       (0.5 )     1,857.3  
Operating income
    --       8.6       46.9       0.4       55.9  
Interest expense
    --       (20.1 )     (12.2 )     --       (32.3 )
Equity in income (loss) of unconsolidated affiliates
    11.2       19.0       (31.3 )     (11.1 )     (12.2 )
Other, net
    --       0.2       0.5       --       0.7  
Income before provision for income taxes
    11.2       7.7       3.9       (10.7 )     12.1  
Provision for income taxes
    --       (0.1 )     (0.8 )     --       (0.9 )
Net income
  $ 11.2     $ 7.6     $ 3.1     $ (10.7 )   $ 11.2  

   
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2008
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Operating revenues
  $ --     $ 88.3     $ 4,092.3     $ (0.1 )   $ 4,180.5  
Costs and expenses
    --       70.4       4,052.0       (1.2 )     4,121.2  
Operating income
    --       17.9       40.3       1.1       59.3  
Interest expense
    --       (17.3 )     (15.7 )     --       (33.0 )
Equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates
    47.7       44.9       4.2       (75.5 )     21.3  
Other, net
    --       0.3       0.8       --       1.1  
Income before provision for income taxes
    47.7       45.8       29.6       (74.4 )     48.7  
Provision for income taxes
    --       (0.3 )     (0.7 )     --       (1.0 )
Net income
  $ 47.7     $ 45.5     $ 28.9     $ (74.4 )   $ 47.7  

   
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2009
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Operating revenues
  $ --     $ 187.4     $ 3,183.5     $ (0.1 )   $ 3,370.8  
Costs and expenses
    --       146.2       3,084.2       (1.2 )     3,229.2  
Operating income
    --       41.2       99.3       1.1       141.6  
Interest expense
    --       (40.3 )     (24.1 )     --       (64.4 )
Equity in income (loss) of unconsolidated affiliates
    89.4       84.3       (28.0 )     (132.8 )     12.9  
Other, net
    --       0.5       0.5       --       1.0  
Income before provision for income taxes
    89.4       85.7       47.7       (131.7 )     91.1  
Provision for income taxes
    --       (0.4 )     (1.3 )     --       (1.7 )
Net income
  $ 89.4     $ 85.3     $ 46.4     $ (131.7 )   $ 89.4  

   
For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2008
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Operating revenues
  $ --     $ 191.2     $ 6,797.9     $ (0.1 )   $ 6,989.0  
Costs and expenses
    --       138.3       6,712.0       (4.1 )     6,846.2  
Operating income
    --       52.9       85.9       4.0       142.8  
Interest expense
    --       (44.1 )     (27.5 )     --       (71.6 )
Equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates
    111.8       97.9       7.2       (175.9 )     41.0  
Other, net
    --       0.6       0.8       --       1.4  
Income before provision for income taxes
    111.8       107.3       66.4       (171.9 )     113.6  
Provision for income taxes
    --       (0.5 )     (1.3 )     --       (1.8 )
Net income
  $ 111.8     $ 106.8     $ 65.1     $ (171.9 )   $ 111.8  


 
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For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2009
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Operating activities:
                             
Net income
  $ 89.4     $ 85.3     $ 46.4     $ (131.7 )   $ 89.4  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash
                                       
  from operating activities:
                                       
Depreciation and amortization
    --       37.9       31.9       --       69.8  
Non-cash impairment charge
    --       2.3       --       --       2.3  
Equity in income (loss) of unconsolidated affiliates
    93.4       (49.5 )     28.0       (84.8 )     (12.9 )
Distributions received from unconsolidated affiliates
    --       76.0       13.2       --       89.2  
Other, net
    (15.4 )     9.3       (42.8 )     18.6       (30.3 )
Net cash from operating activities
    167.4       161.3       76.7       (197.9 )     207.5  
Cash flows from investing activities:
                                       
Cash used for business combinations
    --       --       (50.0 )     --       (50.0 )
Investment in Jonah
    --       (19.1 )     --       --       (19.1 )
Investment in Texas Offshore Port System
    --       --       1.7       --       1.7  
Capital expenditures
    --       (119.2 )     (45.1 )     --       (164.3 )
Other, net
    --       (1.4 )     (1.5 )     --       (2.9 )
Net cash flows from investing activities
    --       (139.7 )     (94.9 )     --       (234.6 )
Cash flows from financing activities:
                                       
Borrowings under debt agreements
    759.3       --       --       --       759.3  
Repayments of debt
    (552.6 )     --       --       --       (552.6 )
Net proceeds from issuance of limited partner units
    3.3       --       --       --       3.3  
Intercompany debt activities
    (206.7 )     123.7       90.5       (7.5 )     --  
Repurchase of restricted units
    (0.1 )             --       --       (0.1 )
Distributions paid to partners
    (182.8 )     (145.3 )     (72.3 )     217.6       (182.8 )
Net cash flows from financing activities
    (179.6 )     (21.6 )     18.2       210.1       27.1  
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
    (12.2 )     --       --       12.2       --  
Cash and cash equivalents, January 1
    16.1       --       --       (16.1 )     --  
Cash and cash equivalents, June 30
  $ 3.9     $ --     $ --     $ (3.9 )   $ --  

 
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For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2008
 
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P.
   
Guarantor
Subsidiaries
   
Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries
   
Consolidating Adjustments
   
TEPPCO Partners, L.P. Consolidated
 
Operating activities:
                             
Net income
  $ 111.8     $ 106.8     $ 65.1     $ (171.9 )   $ 111.8  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash
                                       
  from operating activities:
                                       
Depreciation and amortization
    --       34.6       25.6       --       60.2  
Equity in income (loss) of unconsolidated affiliates
    --       (37.8 )     (7.2 )     4.0       (41.0 )
Distributions received from unconsolidated affiliates
    --       75.9       3.4       --       79.3  
Other, net
    109.2       20.8       (124.6 )     (51.6 )     (46.2 )
Net cash from operating activities
    221.0       200.3       (37.7 )     (219.5 )     164.1  
Cash flows from investing activities:
                                       
Cash used for business combinations
    --       --       (345.6 )     --       (345.6 )
Investment in Jonah
    --       (64.5 )     --       --       (64.5 )
Capital expenditures
    --       (98.5 )     (40.7 )     --       (139.2 )
Other, net
    --       (0.3 )     (14.5 )     --       (14.8 )
Net cash flows from investing activities
    --       (163.3 )     (400.8 )     --       (564.1 )
Cash flows from financing activities:
                                       
Borrowings under debt agreements
    3,344.4       --       --       --       3,344.4  
Repayments of debt
    (2,308.1 )     (361.6 )     (63.2 )     --       (2,732.9 )
Net proceeds from issuance of limited partner units
    5.6       --       --       --       5.6  
Debt issuance costs
    (9.3 )     --       --       --       (9.3 )
Settlement of interest rate derivative instruments – treasury locks
    (52.1 )     --       --       --       (52.1 )
Intercompany debt activities
    (1,036.4 )     480.3       548.7       7.4       --  
Distributions paid to partners
    (155.7 )     (155.7 )     (47.0 )     202.7       (155.7 )
Net cash flows from financing activities
    (211.6 )     (37.0 )     438.5       210.1       400.0  
Net change in cash and cash equivalents
    9.4       --       --       (9.4 )     --  
Cash and cash equivalents, January 1
    8.2       --       --       (8.2 )     --  
Cash and cash equivalents, June 30
  $ 17.6     $ --     $ --     $ (17.6 )   $ --  


Note 18.  Subsequent Events

Suspension of DRIP and EUPP

In July 2009, we suspended the opportunity for investors to acquire additional Units under our DRIP, pursuant to the terms of the definitive merger agreements with Enterprise Products Partners (see Note 13).  We expect this suspension to remain in place pursuant to such terms while the transaction is pending.  Additionally, the EUPP will suspend operations in August 2009 pursuant to the terms of the definitive merger agreements.

Loan Agreement with Enterprise Products Operating LLC
 
On August 5, 2009, we entered into a Loan Agreement (the “Loan Agreement”) with Enterprise Products Operating LLC (“EPO”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Enterprise Products Partners, under which EPO agreed to make an unsecured revolving loan to us in an aggregate maximum outstanding principal amount not to exceed $100.0 million.  Borrowings under the Loan Agreement mature on the earliest to occur of (i) the consummation of our proposed merger with Enterprise Products Partners, (ii) the termination of the related merger agreement in accordance with the provisions thereof, (iii) December 31, 2009, (iv) the date upon which the maturity of the loan is otherwise accelerated upon an event of default, and (v) the date upon which EPO’s commitment to make the loan is terminated by us pursuant to the Loan
 
 
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Agreement.  Borrowings under the Loan Agreement will bear interest at a floating rate equivalent to the one-month LIBOR Rate (as defined in the Loan Agreement) plus 2.00%.  Interest is payable monthly.
 
The Loan Agreement provides that amounts borrowed are non-recourse to our General Partner and our limited partners.  The Loan Agreement contains customary events of default, including (i) nonpayment of principal when due or nonpayment of interest or other amounts within three business days of when due; (ii) bankruptcy or insolvency with respect to us; (iii) a change of control; or (iv) an event of default under our Revolving Credit Facility.  Any amounts due by us under the Loan Agreement will be unconditionally and irrevocably guaranteed by our Guarantor Subsidiaries that guarantee our obligations under our Revolving Credit Facility.  EPO’s obligation to fund any borrowings under the Loan Agreement is subject to specified conditions, including the condition that, on and as of the applicable date of funding, no additional amounts are available to us pursuant to our Revolving Credit Facility (either as borrowings or under any letters of credit).  The ACG Committee reviewed and approved the Loan Agreement, such approval constituting “Special Approval” under the conflict of interest provisions of our Partnership Agreement.  The execution of the Loan Agreement was also unanimously approved by the ACG Committee of EPGP.
 
Settlement Agreement
 
On August 5, 2009, the parties to the Merger Action and the Derivative Action described in Note 15 entered into a Settlement Agreement contemplated by the Memorandum of Understanding.  Pursuant to the Settlement Agreement, the board of directors of our General Partner will recommend to our unitholders that they approve the adoption of the merger agreement governing our proposed merger with a subsidiary of Enterprise Products Partners and take all necessary steps to seek unitholder approval for the merger as soon as practicable.  Pursuant to the Settlement Agreement, approval of the merger will require, in addition to votes required under our Partnership Agreement, that the actual votes cast in favor of the proposal by holders of our outstanding Units, excluding those held by defendants to the Derivative Action, exceed the actual votes cast against the proposal by those holders.  The Settlement Agreement further provides that the Derivative Action was considered by the Special Committee to be a significant benefit of ours for which fair value was obtained in the merger consideration.
 
The Settlement Agreement is subject to customary conditions, including Delaware Court approval.  There can be no assurance that the Delaware Court will approve the settlement in the Settlement Agreement.  In such event, the proposed settlement as contemplated by the Settlement Agreement may be terminated.  See Note 13 for additional information regarding our relationship with Enterprise Products Partners, including information related to the proposed merger.  See Note 15 for additional information related to the Merger Action and the Derivative Action, including the Settlement Agreement.
 
Borrowing under Revolving Credit Facility
 
On August 4, 2009, we submitted a request for borrowings under our Revolving Credit Facility expected to be received on August 7, 2009 in an aggregate amount of $95.9 million.  Such borrowings will be used to pay the $91.6 million aggregate amount of our previously disclosed cash distribution on our outstanding Units with respect to the quarter ended June 30, 2009 and for general partnership purposes.  Immediately following the payment of such distribution, we expect to have approximately $820 million principal amount outstanding under our Revolving Credit Facility.

 
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