Ohio § 1509.23
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1509.23, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1509.23.
Rules of the chief of the division of oil and gas resources management may specify
practices to be followed in the drilling and treatment of wells, production of oil
and gas, and plugging of wells for protection of public health or safety or to prevent
damage to natural resources, including specification of the following: (A) Appropriate devices; (B) Minimum distances that wells and other excavations, structures, and equipment shall
be located from water wells, streets, roads, highways, rivers, lakes, streams, ponds,
other bodies of water, railroad tracks, public or private recreational areas, zoning
districts, and buildings or other structures. Rules adopted under this division shall not conflict with section 1509.021 of the Revised Code . (C) Other methods of operation; (D) Procedures, methods, and equipment and other requirements for equipment to prevent
and contain discharges of oil and brine from oil production facilities and oil drilling
and workover facilities consistent with and equivalent in scope, content, and coverage
to section 311(j)(1)(c) of the “Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of
1972,” 86 Stat. 886, 33 U.S.C.A. 1251 , as amended, and regulations adopted under it. In addition, the rules may specify procedures, methods, and equipment and other
requirements for equipment to prevent and contain surface and subsurface discharges
of fluids, condensates, and gases. (E) Notifications; (F) Requirements governing the location and construction of fresh water impoundments
that are part of a production operation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1509.23
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1509.23 cover?
Section 1509.23 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. 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 Ohio § 1509.23?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 1509.23" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 1509.23 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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