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 South Dakota Surface Lease for Salt Water Disposal Well allows an operator to legally dispose of water, produced either on or off the lands covered by the lease. This lease is crucial for operators involved in oil and gas drilling operations, as it provides a designated area for the safe and environmentally conscious disposal of saltwater, a byproduct of oil extraction. Saltwater, also known as produced water, is a mixture of water and various dissolved salts that is extracted along with the oil or gas from underground reservoirs. This water is typically contaminated with chemicals and minerals and is not suitable for consumption or release into the environment without proper treatment. The Surface Lease for a Salt Water Disposal Well provides the operator with the exclusive right to utilize a specific area of land solely for the purpose of disposing of the produced water. By designating a specific site, the lease ensures that the disposal process is properly regulated and supervised, minimizing the risk of contamination and protecting both underground and surface water sources. Operators must comply with specific rules and regulations set by the state of South Dakota to obtain and maintain a Salt Water Disposal Well lease. These guidelines aim to ensure the protection of public health, safety, and the environment. Compliance requires operators to follow proper disposal techniques, regularly monitor water quality, and promptly address any incidents or leaks that may occur. Different types of Salt Water Disposal Well leases may exist in South Dakota, depending on factors such as the duration of the lease, the size of the designated disposal area, and the specific terms agreed upon by the operator and the landowner. Access to a Salt Water Disposal Well is typically granted through a contractual agreement, which outlines the rights and responsibilities of both parties involved. Keywords: South Dakota, Surface Lease, Salt Water Disposal Well, Operator, Water Disposal, Produced Water, Oil Extraction, Environmental Protection, Contamination, Regulations, Water Quality, Landowner, Contractual Agreement.
