This form is used when Lessor grants, leases, and lets to Lessee the exclusive right to use the surface of the lands described below for the installation and operation of a salt water disposal well on the lands. Grantee shall have the right of ingress and egress and the right to construct, install, operate and maintain equipment and appurtenances, including pipelines, electric power lines, poles, guide wires and anchors necessary to gather, store, transport, process, and otherwise handle salt water from an oil/gas well or wells owned or operated, in whole or in part, by Lessee, whether located on the lands that are the subject of this Lease, or on other lands.
A Hennepin Minnesota Surface Lease for Salt Water Disposal Well allows an operator to legally dispose of water, whether it is produced on or off the lands subject to the lease. This lease serves as an agreement between the operator and the landowner, granting them the right to construct and operate a well for the disposal of saltwater. Saltwater disposal wells are essential facilities in the oil and gas industry, as they provide a safe and environmentally responsible solution for managing the produced water resulting from drilling and extraction activities. These wells are specifically designed to inject saltwater deep underground into suitable geological formations, preventing it from contaminating surface water or groundwater resources. The Hennepin County lease ensures that the operator adheres to specific guidelines and regulations while conducting disposal activities. It outlines the responsibilities and obligations of both parties involved, ensuring that the operation is carried out in a manner that minimizes any potential environmental impacts. Different types of Hennepin Minnesota Surface Lease for Salt Water Disposal Well may include variations based on the duration of the lease, the well's specifications, and the specific terms and conditions agreed upon by the operator and landowner. This lease is crucial to maintaining a sustainable and responsible oil and gas industry in Hennepin County, ensuring that wastewater is properly managed and disposed of, in compliance with state and federal regulations. By granting operators the legal authority to dispose of their produced water in a controlled manner, this lease safeguards the environment, public health, and the overall well-being of the community. Keywords: Hennepin Minnesota, Surface Lease, Salt Water Disposal Well, Operator, Water Disposal, Produced Water, Lands Subject to Lease, Oil and Gas Industry, Environmental Responsibility, Guidelines, Regulations, Responsibilities, Obligations, Environmental Impacts, Sustainable Practices, Wastewater Management, Compliance, State Regulations, Federal Regulations, Public Health, Community Well-Being.
