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The TCEQ Surface Casing Program prepares groundwater protection recommendation letters on request for drillers regulated by the Railroad Commission of Texas.

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Delinquent Fees and Penalties Will Affect Processing Applications
Effective Sept. 1, 2006, the TCEQ will no longer issue, amend, or renew permits, registrations, certifications, or licenses to an entity or person who is delinquent on penalties or fees.
TCEQ-BEG Surface Casing Estimator
Provides oil and gas operators the estimated protection depths of fresh groundwater, usable-quality groundwater, and underground source of drinking water. An interagency project between the TCEQ and the Bureau of Economic Geology (BEG). Updated by August 31 each year to add information for more counties.
Surface Casing to Protect Groundwater: Am I Regulated?
Links to forms and guidance for groundwater protection recommendation letters that are required by the Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) and issued by the TCEQ. These letters outline measures for protecting usable-quality groundwater for the oil and gas industry.
Topics Under This Category:
Expedite a Surface Casing Letter
How to request and pay for an expedited surface casing letter.
Request a Saltwater Disposal Letter
How to request a saltwater disposal letter, which outlines groundwater protection measures for disposal well activities regulated by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
Request a Seismic Letter
How to request a seismic letter, which outlines groundwater protection measures for seismic surveys regulated by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
Request a Surface Casing Letter
How to request a surface casing letter, which outlines groundwater protection measures for the drilling of oil and gas wells and other activities regulated by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
Surface Casing Forms
Forms used to request Surface Casing letters.
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