N.M. Admin. Code § 19.15.19.8

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 23, December 10, 2024

Section 19.15.19.8 - METHOD OF DETERMINING GAS WELL POTENTIAL

A. An operator shall conduct tests to determine the daily open flow potential volumes of gas wells from which gas is being used or marketed. The operator shall report the tests on division-prescribed forms within 60 days after

(1) the date of the well's initial connection to a gas transportation facility; and

(2) the date of reconnection following workover.

B. To establish comparable open flow capacity, the operator shall test wells in accordance with the division's Manual for back-pressure testing of natural gas wells. If the division approves the alternate method for testing, the operator shall test all wells producing from a common source of supply in a uniform and comparable manner.

C. The operator of a gas well that is not connected to a gas gathering facility shall test the well within 30 days following a christmas tree's installation. The operator shall take the tests in accordance with the procedure for testing unconnected gas well contained in the division's manual for back-pressure testing of natural gas wells. The operator shall report the tests on form C-122 in compliance with 19.15.7.31 NMAC and file it within 10 days following the test's completion.

N.M. Admin. Code § 19.15.19.8

19.15.19.8 NMAC - Rp, 19.15.6.401 NMAC, 12/1/08