Sec. 91.455. RULES, STANDARDS, AND SPECIFICATIONS. (a) The commission shall adopt rules that:
(1) define the procedures for obtaining authorization to operate a saltwater disposal pit;
(2) define the conditions under which authorizations for saltwater disposal pits will be granted;
(3) establish standards for saltwater disposal pits authorized by the commission;
(4) provide for standards for the proper closing of saltwater disposal pits authorized by the commission; and
(5) provide other standards, procedures, and requirements necessary to carry out this subchapter.
(b) The commission, by rule, shall require:
(1) liner specifications and installation procedures that are adequate to insulate a saltwater disposal pit; and
(2) the draining, cleaning, and closing of saltwater disposal pits.
Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 5305, ch. 975, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1983.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subtitle B - Conservation and Regulation of Oil and Gas
Chapter 91 - Provisions Generally Applicable
Subchapter K. Saltwater Disposal Pits
Section 91.452. Prohibited Activity
Section 91.453. Commission Authorized
Section 91.454. Removal of Authorized Pits
Section 91.455. Rules, Standards, and Specifications
Section 91.456. Injunctive Relief
Section 91.457. Removal of Unauthorized Pit