(a) Any discoverer conducting exploration by drilling within this State, shall do so in strict compliance with all the provisions of W.S. § 35-11-404 (200 7) and this Chapter. The requirements of this Chapter shall apply to exploration drilling within permitted mine operations.
(b) Prior to conducting any exploration by drilling outside of a permitted mine operation, the discoverer shall provide notification (Drilling Notification) and a reclamation bond acceptable to the Administrator. Construction of water wells outside of a permitted mine operation may be authorized under a drilling notification in accordance with Section 7 and in compliance with applicable requirements of the Wyoming State Engineer's Office. The Drilling Notification shall be in a form as specified by the Administrator and shall include information describing the approximate number and depth of holes to be drilled and a map showing approximate hole locations within the exploration area. The Administrator shall review the notification and the bond and notify the discoverer in a timely manner not to exceed 60 days from receipt whether the drilling is approved or additional information is required.
020-8 Wyo. Code R. § 8-1