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Bearkamp Orphan Well Plug

 
Site Contact:
Lori Muller
On-Scene Coordinator

(muller.lori@epa.gov)

Site Location:
5303 Gault Road
Ellsworth, OH 44406
 epaosc.org/BearkampWell

In October 2011, the ODNR, Division of Mineral Resources Management requested assistance with the evaluation of and potential funding for plugging a leaking orphan oil well discharging crude oil to Meander Creek. The orphan well is located within three feet of the bank of the creek and in the near floodplain. Meander Creek flows into the Meander Creek Reservoir.


Bearkamp wellhead and associated drum showing proximity to Meander Creek. Bearkamp wellhead and associated drum showing proximity to Meander Creek. Bearkamp wellhead discharging oil. Area of the Bearkamp Orphan Well post-plugging and post-restoration. Area of the Bearkamp Orphan Well post-plugging and post-restoration. Area of the Bearkamp Orphan Well post-plugging and post-restoration.
For additional information, visit the Pollution/Situation Report (Pol/Sitreps) section.