§3262.14. May BLM require me to take samples or perform tests and surveys?

43 C.F.R. § 3262.14

(a)

BLM may require you to take samples or to test or survey the well to determine:

(1)

The well's mechanical integrity;

(2)

The identity and characteristics of formations, fluids, or gases;

(3)

Presence of geothermal resources, water, or reservoir energy;

(4)

Quality and quantity of geothermal resources;

(5)

Well bore angle and direction of deviation;

(6)

Formation, casing, or tubing pressures;

(7)

Temperatures;

(8)

Rate of heat or fluid flow; and

(9)

Any other necessary well information.

(b)

See § 3264.11 for information on reporting requirements.

Notes, amendments, and revision history

Authority: 30 U.S.C. 1001-1028; 43 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.; and Pub. L. 109-58.

Source: 72 FR 24400, May 2, 2007, unless otherwise noted.