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What is the remediation process when a well is abandoned or plugged?

April 26, 2017abandoned plugged process REMEDIATION

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What is the remediation process when a well is abandoned or plugged?

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The gas company is required by the Railroad Commission to properly plug the well so that the fresh water zones are protected. They will clean up all trash and contaminated soil, and try to leave the site as near to its previous state as possible.