Oil and Gas and Sulphur Operations in the Outer Continental Shelf-Oil and Gas Production Requirements
oil-gas-leasing · Bureau of Land Management · Published 2010-04-19 · Effective 2010-05-19 · 75 FR 20271
Document
Document number
2010-8798
Federal Register citation
75 FR 20271
CFR reference
30 CFR 250
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
oil-gas-leasing
Sub-agency
Bureau of Land Management
Publication date
2010-04-19
Effective date
2010-05-19
Interior docket
MMS-2008-OMM-0034
Abstract
The MMS is amending the regulations regarding oil and natural gas production requirements. This is a complete rewrite of these regulations, addressing issues such as production rates, burning oil, and venting and flaring natural gas, to ensure appropriate development of these natural resources. The final rule eliminates most restrictions on production rates and clarifies limits on the amount of natural gas that can be flared or vented. The final rule is written using plain language, so it is easier to read and understand.