R 299.2412 Testing before operation of disposal or storage wells.

Rule 2412. (1) Tests of the disposal zones and confining formations, downhole logs, and direct measurements shall be conducted to determine to the satisfaction of the supervisor of mineral wells that the well and disposal formations are suitable for disposal or storage and the confining zone is adequate to confine disposed or stored fluids. The tests shall include all of the following: (a) Physical, chemical, and lithologic properties, and fluids. (b) Porosity and permeability. (c) Compatibility of waste or stored fluids with naturally occurring formation fluids and formation materials, along with a characterization of the potential for multiple waste products to react in the well bore or in the injection zone. (d) Disposal zone, temperature, and pressure. (e) Disposal zone fracture pressure. (2) Tests, logs, and direct measurements shall be conducted following procedures acceptable to the supervisor of mineral wells. Results shall be filed with the supervisor of mineral wells within 60 days of the completion of the test, logging, or measurement.