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50 CFR 29.95: What additional information must be included if I am proposing geophysical exploration?

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  1. Title 50—Wildlife and Fisheries
  2. CHAPTER I—UNITED STATES FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
  3. SUBCHAPTER C—THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM
  4. PART 29—LAND USE MANAGEMENT
  5. Subpart D—Management of Non-Federal Oil and Gas Rights

If you propose to conduct geophysical exploration, you must submit the information requested on FWS Form 3-2469, including, but not limited to:

(a) A map showing the positions of each survey line including all source and receiver locations as determined by a locational survey, and including shot point offset distances from wells, buildings, other infrastructure, cultural resources, and environmentally sensitive areas;

(b) The number of crews and numbers of workers in each crew;

(c) A description of the acquisition methods, including the procedures and specific equipment you will use, and energy sources (e.g., explosives, vibroseis trucks);

(d) A description of the methods of access along each survey line for personnel, materials, and equipment; and

(e) A list of all explosives, blasting equipment, chemicals, and fuels you will use in the proposed operations, including a description of proposed disposal methods, transportation methods, safety measures, and storage facilities.

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