Code of Federal Regulations > Title 43 > Chapter II > Part 3280 > Subpart 3284 - Subpart 3284—Unit Operations

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Regulations most recently checked for updates: Aug 27, 2025

§ 3284.1 - What general standards apply to operations within a unit?

§ 3284.2 - What are the principal operational responsibilities of the unit operator?

§ 3284.3 - What happens if the minimum initial unit obligations are not met?

§ 3284.4 - How are unit agreement terms affected after completion of the initial unit well?

§ 3284.5 - How do unit operations affect lease extensions?

§ 3284.7 - May BLM authorize operations on uncommitted Federal leases located within a unit?

§ 3284.8 - May a unit have multiple operators?

§ 3284.9 - May BLM set or modify production or injection rates?

§ 3284.10 - What must a unit operator do to prevent or compensate for drainage?

§ 3284.11 - Must the unit operator develop and operate on every lease or tract in the unit to comply with the obligations in the underlying leases or agreements?

§ 3284.12 - When must the unit operator notify BLM of any changes of lease and tract commitment status?