A Mississippi Subsurface Underground Gas Storage Lease and Agreement (From a Surface Owner, With No Right to Use the Surface of the Lands being Granted) is a legally binding contract between a surface owner and a gas storage company that grants the company the exclusive right to store natural gas underground, with no rights to use the surface of the land. The main purpose of this agreement is to allow the gas storage company to access and utilize the subsurface geological formations on the surface owner's land for the storage of natural gas. This type of lease is specifically designed for situations where the surface owner wants to retain control and use of the surface of their land while allowing a gas storage company to store natural gas underground. The Mississippi Subsurface Underground Gas Storage Lease and Agreement typically contain the following key sections: 1. Grant: This section specifies the granting language where the surface owner grants the gas storage company the exclusive right to store natural gas in subsurface formations beneath the surface owner's land. 2. Term: The term of the lease is outlined in this section, stating the start and end dates of the agreement. It may also include provisions for renewal or termination. 3. Description of the Land: The lease will provide a detailed description of the lands being granted, including acreage, legal descriptions, and any significant landmarks to establish the boundaries and scope of the agreement. 4. Rights and Access: This section specifies that the gas storage company has no right to access or use the surface of the land and can only access the subsurface formations for the purposes of natural gas storage. 5. Compensation and Royalties: The agreement will outline the payment terms, including any upfront payments, ongoing royalties, or other financial considerations agreed upon by both parties. 6. Operations and Maintenance: This section will cover the gas storage company's responsibilities for the operations, maintenance, and safety of the underground storage facilities. It may also include provisions for environmental protection and compliance with regulations. 7. Indemnification and Liability: Both parties will agree on the allocation of liability and indemnification in case of any damages or incidents occurring during the gas storage operations. While the main type of Mississippi Subsurface Underground Gas Storage Lease and Agreement is described above, variations of this agreement may exist depending on specific circumstances or additional rights granted to the gas storage company. For example, a type of agreement might allow limited access to the surface for construction or maintenance purposes. However, the specific terms and conditions of these variations would be negotiated and customized based on the needs of both parties involved.