N.D. Admin. Code 43-02-02-14.1
In the construction of a drill site, access road, and all associated facilities, topsoil shall be removed, stockpiled, and stabilized or otherwise reserved for use when the area is reclaimed. "Topsoil" means the suitable plant growth material on the surface; however, in no event shall this be deemed to be more than the top eight inches [20.32 centimeters] of soil. Soil stabilization additives and materials to be used onsite, access roads or associated facilities must have approval from the director before application.
When necessary to prevent pollution of the land surface and freshwaters, the director may require the drill site to be sloped and diked.
Well sites and associated facilities shall not be located in, or hazardously near, bodies of water, nor shall they block natural drainages. Sites and associated facilities shall be designed to divert surface drainage from entering the site.
Well sites and associated facilities or appropriate parts thereof shall be fenced if required by the director.
Within six months after completion of a well, the portion of the well site not used for well operations shall be reclaimed unless waived by the director. Well sites and all associated facilities shall be stabilized to prevent erosion.
N.D. Admin Code 43-02-02-14.1
General Authority: NDCC 38-12-02
Law Implemented: NDCC 38-12-02