Oklahoma § 52-238 - Conservation of gas
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 52-238 — Conservation of gas, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 52-238. Conservation of gas
Whenever natural gas in commercial quantities, or a gas-bearing
stratum, known to contain natural gas in such quantity, is
encountered in any well drilled for oil or gas in this state, such
gas shall be confined to its original stratum until such time as the
same can be produced and utilized without waste, and all such strata
shall be adequately protected from infiltrating waters. Any
unrestricted flow of natural gas in excess of two million
(2,000,000) cubic feet per twenty-four (24) hours shall be
considered a commercial quantity thereof; provided, that if in the
opinion of the Corporation Commission, gas of a lesser quantity
shall be of commercial value, said Commission shall have authority
to require the conservation of said gas in accordance with the
provisions of this act; and provided, further, the gauge of the
capacity of any gas well shall not be taken until such well has been
allowed an open flow for the period of three (3) days.
Laws 1915, c. 197, § 3, emerg. eff. March 30, 1915.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 52-238
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 52-238 cover?
Section 52-238 ("Conservation of gas") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. 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 Oklahoma § 52-238?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 52-238 apply to my situation?
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