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147.1953 Existing Class I, II (except enhanced recovery and hydrocarbon storage) and III wells authorized by rule. RegSenseSafe Drinking WaterCFR RegulationsPennsylvaniaEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)Water ProgramsWater QualityEnvironmentalWater QualityCFR SectionEnglishUnderground Injection ControlFocus Area
Maximum injection pressure. The owner or operator shall limit injection pressure to the lesser of:(a) A value which will not exceed the operating requirements of §144.28(f)(3)(i) or (ii) as applicable or(b) A value for well head pressure calculated by using the following formula:Pm = (0.733 - 0.433 Sg)dwherePm = injection pressure at the well head in pounds per square inchSg = specific gravity of injection fluid (unitless)d = injection depth in feet.READ MORESHOW LESS['Water Programs']['Underground Injection Control', 'Water Quality', 'Safe Drinking Water']