2025 California Code
Public Resources Code - PRC
DIVISION 3 - OIL AND GAS
CHAPTER 4 - Geothermal Resources
Section 3746.

Universal Citation:
CA Pub Res Code § 3746 (2025)
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3746. Before abandoning any well in accordance with methods approved by the supervisor or the district deputy, and under his direction, the owner or operator shall use every reasonable effort and endeavor to protect any underground or surface water suitable for irrigation or domestic purposes from the infiltration or addition of any detrimental substances.

(Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1483.)

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