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BMP ID: 2501
Title: Development from existing well pads.
Text: "(17) Development from existing well pads. Where possible, operators shall provide for the development of multiple reservoirs by drilling on existing pads or by multiple completions or commingling in existing wellbores (see Rule 322). If any operator asserts it is not possible to comply with, or requests relief from, this requirement, the matter shall be set for hearing by the Commission and relief granted as appropriate."
Source Publication Name: Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission, Practice and Procedure, 2 CCR 404-1, Final Draft Rules 11 07 08
Citation Section: 603. DRILLING AND WELL SERVICING OPERATIONS AND HIGH DENSITY AREA RULES
Citation Page: 603(e)(17)
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Usage Type: Required
Timing: • Drilling
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Surface Ownership: • Federal
• State
• Private
Mineral Ownership: • Federal
• State
• Private
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Categories: Land Surface Disturbance
Location: Colorado
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Date Entered: 2009-02-26 09:37 UTC
Last Updated: 2009-02-26 09:37 UTC