Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 3162.2-4 — -4 What Protective Action May Blm Require The Lessee To Take To Protect The Leases From Drainage?
43 C.F.R. § 3162.2-4
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We may require you to:
(a) Drill or modify and produce all wells that are necessary to protect the leased mineral resources from drainage;
(b) Enter into a unitization or communitization agreement with the lease containing the draining well; or
(c) Pay compensatory royalties for drainage that has occurred or is occurring.
Authorizing Statute
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Management of use, occupancy, and development of public lands43 U.S.C. § 1732