In connection with the abondonment of any underground storage
reservoir for which a permit has been granted pursuant to this article
or in connection with the revocation of any such permit, the department
shall require the premises to be placed in a condition which, to the
extent practicable, shall assure the continuance of the same in a
condition which does not constitute a menace to the present or future
health or safety of persons, or safety or value of property. In case the
operator shall fail to put the premises in a satisfactory condition
prior to any such abondonment or immediately upon revocation of a
permit, the department may do or cause to be done all things necessary
to place the premises in satisfactory condition and the operator shall
be liable for the cost.