43 CFR § 3179.82 - Subsequent well tests for an existing completion.

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title: "43 CFR § 3179.82 - Subsequent well tests for an existing completion."
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title_name: "Public Lands: Interior"
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section_name: "Subsequent well tests for an existing completion."
chapter_name: "BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR"
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# 3179.82 Subsequent well tests for an existing completion.

During well tests subsequent to the initial completion or recompletion, the operator may flare gas royalty free under § 3179.41(b)(3) for no more than 24 hours, unless the BLM approves or requires a longer period. The operator must submit any such request using a Sundry Notice.