Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 632 - DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY AND MINERAL INDUSTRIES
Division 20 - GEOTHERMAL REGULATIONS
Section 632-020-0150 - Disposal of Solid and Liquid Wastes
Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 632-020-0150
Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 12, December 1, 2024
Injection of geothermal fluids must not pollute waters of the state, create a public nuisance, impair beneficial uses of waters, or degrade the biologic habitat of aquatic life and domestic and wild animals. Permits for prospect and geothermal wells will be issued in accordance with ORS 522.019, 522.025, and 522.135. The department will coordinate with the Department of Environmental Quality and the Department of Water Resources to ensure that permit conditions are consistent and protective of natural resources and the environment.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 522
Stats. Implemented: ORS 522.305
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