§ 3261.13 What is a drilling program and how do I apply for drilling program approval?

(a) A drilling program describes all the operational aspects of your proposal to drill, complete, and test a well. (b) Send to BLM: (1) A detailed description of the equipment, materials, and procedures you will use; (2) The proposed/anticipated depth of the well; (3) If you plan to directionally drill your well, also send us: (i) The proposed bottom hole location and distances from the nearest section or tract lines; (ii) The kick-off point; (iii) The direction of deviation; (iv) The angle of build-up and maximum angle; and (v) Plan and cross section maps indicating the surface and bottom hole locations; (4) The casing and cementing program; (5) The circulation media (mud, air, foam, etc.); (6) A description of the logs that you will run; (7) A description and diagram of the blowout prevention equipment you will use during each phase of drilling; (8) The expected depth and thickness of fresh water zones; (9) Anticipated lost circulation zones; (10) Anticipated reservoir temperature and pressure; (11) Anticipated temperature gradient in the area; (12) A plat certified by a licensed surveyor showing the surveyed surface location and distances from the nearest section or tract lines; (13) Procedures and durations of well testing; and (14) Any other information we may require.