For Abandoned Well we have terms and definitions in 4 topics. The topics are Environment, Natural Gas, Oil and Oil and Gasoline.

Abandoned Well (Environment)

A well whose use has been permanently discontinued or which is in a state of such disrepair that it cannot be used for its intended purpose.

Abandoned Well (Natural Gas)

A well not in use because it was a dry hole originally, or because it has ceased to produce. Statutes and regulations in many states require the plugging of abandoned wells to prevent the seepage of oil, gas, or water from one stratum to another.

Abandoned Well (Oil)

A well that is permanently shut down because it has ceased to produce crude oil or natural gas or because it was a dry hole.

Abandoned Well (Oil and Gasoline)

A well no longer in use, whether dry, inoperable or no longer productive, and the previous operator has intentionally relinquished its interest in the well.

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