Current through 2024 Regular Session legislation effective June 6, 2024
Section 522.425 - Provisions in rule or order requiring unit operationAny rule or order of the governing board of the State Department of Geology and Mineral Industries providing for the unit operation of a geothermal resource area may include provisions for:
(1) Division of a reservoir into zones;(2) Establishment of spacing units, including a description of their location, size and shape;(3) The integration of separately owned tracts or interests within a spacing unit, the development and operation of the spacing unit and the sharing of production;(4) The protection of existing and future beneficial uses of water;(5) Maintenance of the renewability of geothermal resources and any other natural resources; and(6) Any additional provisions the board considers necessary for carrying out the provisions of this chapter or for protection of the public health, safety and welfare.