§ 60-1-701. Measures by Operator at Well Site
At the well site, the operator shall take measures to prevent or minimize soil erosion and pollution of surface waters during the life of the operation. Such measures shall include sediment ponds, berms, diversion ditches, hay bales, and other measures designed to prevent erosion and discharge of pollutants from the well site.
§ 60-1-702. Access Roads
Access roads shall be constructed in such a manner as to reduce erosion to a practical minimum. Any regulations promulgated pursuant to this part concerning access roads shall be guidelines only and shall not be mandatory.
§ 60-1-703. Manner of Accomplishing Reclamation of Disturbed Areas
Reclamation of all disturbed areas shall be accomplished in the following manner: The vegetative cover must be diverse, effective, and permanent. It must be capable of long-term stabilization of the soil and must not impede natural vegetative succession or interfere with surrounding vegetative cover; The permanent reclamation plant species must be capable of self-regeneration and […]
§ 60-1-704. Release of Reclamation Bond
Upon satisfactory completion of regrading and revegetation of all disturbed areas except active work areas and access roads needed for oil or gas production, the supervisor shall release one third (1/3) of the reclamation bond. After plugging, and upon final reclamation and satisfactory survival of the vegetation through two (2) growing seasons, the supervisor shall […]
§ 60-1-705. Failure to Perform — Forfeiture of Bond — Securing Performance
Upon failure of any operator to perform site protection or reclamation activities, as required by this chapter, and notice of default, if the default is not cured within a reasonable time by the operator or the surety, if any, on the operator’s bond, the board shall declare the bond forfeited, collect the bond and use […]