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Commission reviews 'lay-flat' pipeline permit draft for produced-water use; public hearing set
Summary
County staff and industry discussed draft language to permit 'lay‑flat' pipelines for transporting treated/produced water; commissioners asked for a simple permit, clarity on definitions (treated water vs. municipal sources), and options for insurance or bond requirements. A public hearing is scheduled for April 13.
County staff presented draft ordinance language and a proposed permit process to govern use of "lay‑flat" pipe for transporting clean or treated produced water for non‑agricultural industrial uses.
A staff member (speaker 6) said the draft would define "lay flat pipe" specifically to permit transport of clean water under pressure and to exclude agricultural irrigation. The draft also proposes that applicants sign an assumption-of-liability/waiver as part of the permit and that daily inspections…
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