R 325.1603a
R 325.1603a Definitions; N, O.
Cite as Mich. Admin. Code R 325.1603a
Rule 103a. (1) "Neat cement" means a mixture of 1 bag of Portland or Portland Limestone
cement, 94 pounds, and not more than 6 gallons of fresh water. Drilling fluid bentonite that
is not more than 5% by weight of cement and additional water that is not more than 0.6
gallons for each 1% of bentonite may be added to neat cement. Other additives and
admixtures must be approved by the department before use.
(2) "Overburden" means unconsolidated geologic material, such as gravel, sand, silt, and
clay, that overlies bedrock.