§22-6-22 Well log to be filed; contents; authority to promulgate rules. - West Virginia Statutes

§22-6-22. Well log to be filed; contents; authority to promulgate rules.

Within a reasonable time after the completion of the drilling of a well, the well operator shall file with the director an accurate log. Such log shall contain the character, depth and thickness of geological formations encountered, including fresh water, coal seams, mineral beds, brine and oil and gas bearing formations and such other information as the director may require to effectuate the purposes of this chapter.

The director may promulgate such reasonable rules in accordance with article three, chapter twenty-nine-a of this code, as he may deem necessary to ensure that the character, depth and thickness of geological formations encountered are accurately logged: Provided, That the director shall not require logging by the use of an electrical logging device.