Plug Abandoned Oil and Gas Wells (Implementation)
Implementing Organization
US Department of the Interior (DOI)
Overview
DWH Project Funding
$1,317,567
Known Leveraged Funding
$200,000
Funding Organization
Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council
Funding Program
The RESTORE Act Funds Bucket 2: Comprehensive Plan
Details
Project Category
Environmental
Project Actions
Other
Targeted Resources
Other
Project Description
The Railroad Commission of Texas and the National Park Service will plug 11 abandoned wells located at Padre Island National Seashore. While proper plugging of wells and reclamation of well sites involve relatively small land areas, they represent significant sources of petroleum pollution that can impact groundwater, springs and seeps, and surface water.
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Project Partners
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Affiliated Institutions
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