1. Regulations
  2. title 30
  3. chapter II
  4. part 250
  5. subpart Q
  6. subjgrp 128
  7. § 250.1711

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§ 250.1711 - When will BSEE order me to permanently plug a well?

BSEE will order you to permanently plug a well if that well:

(a) Poses a hazard to safety or the environment; or

(b) Is not useful for lease operations and is not capable of oil, gas, or sulphur production in paying quantities.

AUTHORITY: 30 U.S.C. 1751, 31 U.S.C. 9701, 33 U.S.C. 1321(j)(1)(C), 43 U.S.C. 1334.

SOURCE: 76 FR 64462, Oct. 18, 2011, unless otherwise noted.

CITE AS: 30 CFR 250.1711