Utah Administrative Code (Current through November 1, 2019) |
R649. Natural Resources, Oil, Gas and Mining; Oil and Gas |
R649-3. Drilling and Operating Practices |
R649-3-10. Tolerances for Vertical Drilling
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1. Deviation from the vertical for short distances is permitted in the drilling of a well without special approval to straighten the hole, sidetrack junk, or correct other mechanical difficulties.
2. All wells shall be drilled such that the surface location of the well and all points along the intended well bore shall be within the tolerances allowed by R649-3-2, Location and Siting of Vertical Wells and Statewide Spacing for Horizontal Wells, or the appropriate board order.