- 1. Deviation from the vertical for short distances is permitted in the drilling of a well without special approval to straighten the hole, sidetrack junk, or correct other mechanical difficulties.
- 2. Each well shall be drilled such that the surface location of the well and any points along the intended well bore shall be within the tolerances allowed by Subsection R649-3-2, Location and Siting of Vertical Wells and Statewide Spacing for Horizontal Wells, or the appropriate board order.
KEY: oil and gas law
Date of Last Change: December 3, 2025
Notice of Continuation: June 30, 2025
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 40-6-1 et seq.; 40-6-5; 40-6-20; 40-6-21