40 CFR 147.503 - Existing Class II (except enhanced recovery and hydrocarbon storage) wells authorized by rule.

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Title 40 - Protection of Environment last revised: Nov 21, 2024

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§ 147.503 - Existing Class II (except enhanced recovery and hydrocarbon storage) wells authorized by rule.

Maximum injection pressure. To meet the operating requirements of § 144.28(f)(3)(i) of this chapter, the owner or operator shall use an injection pressure at the well head no greater than the pressure calculated using the following formula:

Pm = (0.733−0.433 Sg)d

where:

Pm = injection pressure at the well head in pounds per square inch

Sg = specific gravity of injected fluid (unitless)

d = injection depth in feet.

[49 FR 45306, Nov. 15, 1984]

authority: 42 U.S.C. 300f

source: 49 FR 20197, May 11, 1984, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 40 CFR 147.503