In addition to complying with the plugging requirements in § § 78.91—78.98 (relating to plugging), the gas storage reservoir operator shall:
- (1) Notify the Department of an intent to plug a gas storage well at least 15 days before beginning to plug the well. This notice shall describe the intended plugging procedure.
- (2) Clean out the portions of the well that penetrate the storage horizon.
- (3) Set cement across the perforations in a manner that prevents the migration of gas or other fluids within or outside of the well.
- (4) For an open hole, set a bridge plug immediately above the storage horizon followed by a 500 foot cement plug, or use another method approved by the Department.