Federal Register #CP26-520-000

Abandonment of Wells and Facilities at North Hopeton Storage Field, Oklahoma

FERC has released a notice regarding Southwest Gas Storage Company's request to abandon facilities at the North Hopeton Storage Field in Oklahoma. - Government Buyer: - Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Department of Energy - OEMs and Vendors: - Southwest Gas Storage Company (applicant) - Products/Services Requested: - Abandonment and plugging of five injection/withdrawal wells - Removal of associated pipeline laterals, aboveground piping, and appurtenant facilities - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Focus on wells with high saltwater production and underperformance - Project aims to maintain reliable and efficient operation of the storage field - No specific part numbers, products, or additional OEMs listed - Public intervention and protest procedures are outlined in the notice - Full request available for public inspection through FERC

Description

Southwest Gas Storage Company filed a prior notice request for authorization to abandon five injection/withdrawal wells, associated pipeline laterals, aboveground piping, and certain appurtenant facilities at its North Hopeton Storage Field in Woods County, Oklahoma. The project aims to maintain reliable and efficient operation by abandoning and plugging wells with high saltwater production and underperformance. The notice includes instructions for intervention and protest deadlines, with a deadline of July 17, 2026, for filing protests, motions to intervene, and comments. The full request is on file with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and open to public inspection.

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