36.22.1309    SUBSEQUENT REPORT OF ABANDONMENT

(1) Within 15 days after the plugging of a well, the owner thereof shall file a subsequent report of abandonment with the board setting forth in detail the method used in plugging the well. Such report shall be made on Form No. 2 and shall give a detailed account of the manner in which the abandonment or plugging work was carried out, including:

(a) the nature and quantity of materials used in plugging;

(b) the location and extent (by depths) of the plugs of different materials;

(c) records of any tests or measurements made;

(d) the amount, size, and location (by depths) of casing left in the well; and

(e) a statement of the volume of mud used.

(2) If an attempt was made to part any casing, a complete report of the method used and the results obtained must be included.

History: 82-11-111, MCA; IMP, 82-11-123, 82-11-124, MCA; Eff. 12/31/72.