020-14 Wyo. Code R. §§ 14-7 - Installation of Wells for Collection of Baseline Information
(a) Construction of
wells may be authorized by the Administrator under a Drilling Notification for
the purpose of collecting groundwater baseline data in preparation of a mine
permit application.
(b) Prior to
installation, the discoverer is encouraged, but not required, to submit a plan
for review by the Administrator that describes the location and completion
details of each proposed well. The Administrator shall review the plan and
respond within thirty (30) days.
(c) Wells shall be permitted in accordance
with the requirements of the State Engineer's Office, in accordance with W. S.
§
35-11-404(c)(iv)
(2015).
(d) Provisions shall be made such that each
well is secured to prevent contaminant entry.
(e) Adequate bond shall be provided to assure
that all wells are properly plugged and sealed and the sites
restored.
(f) Well plugging and
sealing and site reclamation shall follow the procedures outlined in Sections 2
and 3. Well casing shall be cut off at least two (2) feet below ground surface
and any pump and associated appurtenances removed as applicable, before the
well is plugged and sealed.
(g)
Well abandonment reports shall be filed with the Administrator and the State
Engineer's Office within twelve (12) months of abandonment.
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