S.D. Admin. R. 74:12:07:18
The operator of an injection project shall demonstrate the mechanical integrity of a new or converted injection well prior to operation. All injection wells must be tested at least once every five years thereafter as directed by the secretary. Mechanical integrity must be maintained at all times and must be proven on all injection wells which receive corrective action before the well can be brought back on line. The secretary shall witness the mechanical integrity tests. The operator shall contact the secretary at least 72 hours before each test.
The owner or operator shall demonstrate mechanical integrity by monitoring the annulus pressure during a 15 minute pressure fall-off test, a 15 minute wellhead pressure test, or another secretary approved test, and by submitting cementing records, which include cement bond logs and completion or recompletion records that demonstrate adequate cement is present to prevent vertical fluid migration adjacent to the well bore.
S.D. Admin. R. 74:12:07:18
General Authority: SDCL 45-9-11, 45-9-13.
Law Implemented: SDCL 45-9-11, 45-9-14.