Section 43-02-02.1-13 - Plugging and abandonment1. Any Class III permit must include conditions to ensure the well will be plugged and abandoned so that movement of fluids is not allowed either into an underground source of drinking water or between underground sources of drinking water. 2. Any underground injection control permit must include a plan for plugging and abandonment which shall be incorporated into the permit as a condition. 3. Temporary intermittent cessation of injection operations is not considered abandonments. 4. Prior to granting approval for plugging and abandonment, the state geologist shall consider the information listed in 40 CFR 146.34(c). N.D. Admin Code 43-02-02.1-13
General Authority: NDCC 38-12-02
Law Implemented: NDCC 38-12-02