California § 3739 - Any person engaged in operating any wells wherein high pressures are known to exi
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 3739 — Any person engaged in operating any wells wherein high pressures are known to exi, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3739. Any person engaged in operating any wells wherein high pressures are known to exi
Any person engaged in operating any wells wherein high pressures are known to exist, and any person drilling for geothermal resources in any district where the pressures are unknown shall equip the well with casings of sufficient strength, and with such other safety devices as may be necessary, in accordance with methods approved by the supervisor, and shall use every reasonable effort and endeavor effectually to prevent blowouts, explosions, and fires.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 3739
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 3739 cover?
Section 3739 ("Any person engaged in operating any wells wherein high pressures are known to exi") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 3739?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 3739 apply to my situation?
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