40 C.F.R. § 147.253

Current through November 30, 2024

Section 147.253 - Existing Class I, II (except enhanced recovery and hydrocarbon storage) and III wells authorized by rule

Maximum injection pressure. The owner or operator shall limit injection pressure to the lesser of:

(a) A value which will not exceed the operating requirements of § 144.28(f)(3) (i) or (ii) as applicable; or

(b) A value for well head pressure calculated by using the following formula:

Pm = (0.733-0.433 Sg)d

where:

Pm = injection pressure at the well head in pounds per square inch

Sg = specific gravity of inject fluid (unitless)

d = injection depth in feet.

40 C.F.R. §147.253