Rules, Standards, and Specifications

Sec. 91.455. RULES, STANDARDS, AND SPECIFICATIONS. (a) The commission shall adopt rules that: (1) define the procedures for obtaining authorization to operate a saltwater disposal pit; (2) define the conditions under which authorizations for saltwater disposal pits will be granted; (3) establish standards for saltwater disposal pits authorized by the commission; (4) provide for standards for the proper closing of saltwater disposal pits authorized by the commission; and (5) provide other standards, procedures, and requirements necessary to carry out this subchapter. (b) The commission, by rule, shall require: (1) liner specifications and installation procedures that are adequate to insulate a saltwater disposal pit; and (2) the draining, cleaning, and closing of saltwater disposal pits. Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 5305, ch. 975, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1983.