Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 35-6-7 - Schedules for Plugging of Abandoned Wells7.1. General.7.1.a. ASchedule for Plugging of Abandoned Wells" may be requested by anyone desiring to fulfill the plugging requirements over an extended period. The granting of the schedule will be for good cause as demonstrated to the chief.7.1.b. An operator desiring to plug abandoned wells under the aegis of a schedule shall submit a request in writing to the chief. Such request will contain a plan for timing the plugging of the abandoned wells.7.1.c. The chief shall respond in writing within thirty (30) days of receipt of such written request.7.1.d. An operator who has been granted a schedule shall submit periodic, though not to be less frequently than annual, progress reports detailing work completed.7.1.e. The granting of a schedule does not relieve any person of any plugging or reclamation requirements of W. Va. Code ''22-6-23, 22-6-24, 22-6-30, or any rule promulgated thereunder.