1. (1) Within 15 days after the plugging of a well, the owner thereof shall file a subsequent report of abandonment with the board setting forth in detail the method used in plugging the well. Such report shall be made on Form No. 2 and shall give a detailed account of the manner in which the abandonment or plugging work was carried out, including:

   1. (a) the nature and quantity of materials used in plugging;
   2. (b) the location and extent (by depths) of the plugs of different materials;
   3. (c) records of any tests or measurements made;
   4. (d) the amount, size, and location (by depths) of casing left in the well; and
   5. (e) a statement of the volume of mud used.
2. (2) If an attempt was made to part any casing, a complete report of the method used and the results obtained must be included.

Authorizing statute(s): 82-11-111, MCA

Implementing statute(s): 82-11-123, 82-11-124, MCA

History: Eff. 12/31/72.