The document discusses the Underground Injection Control (UIC) program in Oklahoma. It describes the UIC department's role in regulating injection wells and ensuring protection of treatable water sources. The permitting process is outlined which involves completing a Form 1015 application, area of review checks, recommendations by engineers/geologists, and final permit approval from the UIC manager after sign-off from other officials. Mechanical integrity tests, injection reports, and compliance/enforcement procedures are also summarized.
5. From Admin to the
Engineer/Geologist
Area of Review
Notice
Sampling
Identifying Deficiencies
Recommendation or denial
Protest
6. After Recommendation
Permit written
Approval from Sr. Hydrologist
Signature from UIC Manager
Final Permit issued
MIT
Form 1012
7. Sr. Hydrologist
Six mile radius check on well sight for
seismicity
Well does not penetrate the Granite, Granite
Wash, or Reagan Sand
Interim Orders
12. SNC
(Significant Violation)
1. Well with no order
2. Injecting after failure
3. Injecting with no test
4. Injecting after order vacated
5. Injecting after Emergency order expires
6. Using a non-commercial well as commercial
7. Injection/disposal after breakout and
operator not repairing the problem