N.D. Admin. Code 43-02-02-24
All wells shall be plugged in a manner which will confine permanently all subsurface minerals, oil, gas, and water in the separate strata originally containing them. This operation shall be accomplished by the use of mud-laden fluid, cement, and plugs, used singly or in combination as may be approved by the director. All casing strings shall be cut off at least three feet [91.44 centimeters] below the final surface contour, and a cap shall be welded. Core or stratigraphic testholes drilled to or below sands containing freshwater shall be plugged in accordance with the applicable provisions recited above. After plugging, the site must be reclaimed pursuant to sections 43-02-02-14.1 and 43-02-02-24.2.
N.D. Admin Code 43-02-02-24
General Authority: NDCC 38-12-02
Law Implemented: NDCC 38-12-02