Instructions for Form OP-8 Blanket Bond for Oil or Gas Wells, Liquid Injection Wells or Waste Disposal Wells - West Virginia

Form OP-8 Blanket Bond for Oil or Gas Wells, Liquid Injection Wells or Waste Disposal Wells - West Virginia

This document contains official instructions for Form OP-8 , Blanket Bond for Oil or Waste Disposal Wells - a form released and collected by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection. An up-to-date fillable Form OP-8 is available for download through this link.

FAQ

Q: What is Form OP-8?
A: Form OP-8 is a document used in West Virginia for obtaining a blanket bond for oil or gas wells, liquid injection wells, or waste disposal wells.

Q: What is a blanket bond?
A: A blanket bond is a type of insurance that covers multiple wells or facilities under a single policy.

Q: What is the purpose of Form OP-8?
A: The purpose of Form OP-8 is to provide proof of financial responsibility for the proper plugging and abandonment of wells or facilities.

Q: Who needs to file Form OP-8?
A: Operators of oil or gas wells, liquid injection wells, or waste disposal wells in West Virginia need to file Form OP-8.

Q: What information is required on Form OP-8?
A: Form OP-8 requires information about the operator's name, address, well locations, bond amount, and an authorized signature.

Q: What happens after Form OP-8 is filed?
A: After Form OP-8 is filed, the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection will review the application and notify the operator of the bond's approval or any additional requirements.

Q: How long is the Form OP-8 bond valid?
A: The Form OP-8 bond is valid for one year and needs to be renewed annually.

Q: What happens if a well or facility covered by the Form OP-8 bond is not properly plugged and abandoned?
A: If a well or facility covered by the Form OP-8 bond is not properly plugged and abandoned, the bond can be used to cover the costs incurred by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection in performing the necessary work.