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BMP ID: 2490
Title: Control of fire hazards.
Text: "(8) Control of fire hazards. Any material not in use that might constitute a fire hazard shall be removed a minimum of twenty-five (25) feet from the wellhead, tanks and separator. Any electrical equipment installations inside the bermed area shall comply with API RP 500 classifications and comply with the current national electrical code as adopted by the State of Colorado."
Source Publication Name: Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission, Practice and Procedure, 2 CCR 404-1, Final Draft Rules 11 07 08
Citation Section: 603. DRILLING AND WELL SERVICING OPERATIONS AND HIGH DENSITY AREA RULES
Citation Page: 603(e)(8)
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Usage Type: Required
Timing: • Production / Operation / Maintenance
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Surface Ownership: • Federal
• State
• Private
Mineral Ownership: • Federal
• State
• Private
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Categories: Human Health and Safety
Location: Colorado
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Date Entered: 2009-02-25 13:24 UTC
Last Updated: 2009-02-25 13:24 UTC