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Tenn. Code Ann. § 60-1-701

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Measures by operator at well site

Official statutory text

At the well site, the operator shall take measures to prevent or minimize soil erosion and pollution of surface waters during the life of the operation. Such measures shall include sediment ponds, berms, diversion ditches, hay bales, and other measures designed to prevent erosion and discharge of pollutants from the well site. Acts 1987, ch. 257, § 3.
At the well site, the operator shall take measures to prevent or minimize soil erosion and pollution of surface waters during the life of the operation. Such measures shall include sediment ponds, berms, diversion ditches, hay bales, and other measures designed to prevent erosion and discharge of pollutants from the well site.
Acts 1987, ch. 257, § 3.

Status: in_force

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