020-14 Wyo. Code R. § 14-7
(a) Construction of wells may be authorized by the Administrator under a Drilling Notification for the purpose of collecting groundwater baseline data in preparation of a mine permit application.
(b) Prior to installation, the discoverer is encouraged, but not required, to submit a plan for review by the Administrator that describes the location and completion details of each proposed well. The Administrator shall review the plan and respond within thirty (30) days.
(c) Wells shall be permitted in accordance with the requirements of the State Engineer's Office, in accordance with W. S. § 35-11-404(c)(iv) (2015).
(d) Provisions shall be made such that each well is secured to prevent contaminant entry.
(e) Adequate bond shall be provided to assure that all wells are properly plugged and sealed and the sites restored.
(f) Well plugging and sealing and site reclamation shall follow the procedures outlined in Sections 2 and 3. Well casing shall be cut off at least two (2) feet below ground surface and any pump and associated appurtenances removed as applicable, before the well is plugged and sealed.
(g) Well abandonment reports shall be filed with the Administrator and the State Engineer's Office within twelve (12) months of abandonment.
020-14 Wyo. Code R. § 14-7
Adopted, Eff. 4/19/2016.