43 C.F.R. § 3203.11 How is a KGRA determined?
Title 43 - Public Lands: Interior
BLM determines the boundaries of a KGRA based on: (a) Geologic and technical evidence. BLM will designate a KGRA if this evidence would cause a person who understands geothermal resource development to spend money developing the area; (b) Proximity to wells capable of production in commercial quantities. BLM will designate a KGRA if the lands are: (1) Within 5 miles of a well which is capable of producing steam in commercial quantities, or (2) In the same geologic structure as a well capable of producing steam in commercial quantities; and (c) Existence of competitive interest. A competitive interest exists where two or more people apply to lease some or all of the same lands for geothermal resources. BLM will not designate a KGRA based on competitive interest alone; we will also review the other factors discussed in this section to decide whether a KGRA designation is warranted.
Title 43: Public Lands: Interior
PART 3200—GEOTHERMAL RESOURCE LEASING
Subpart 3203—Obtaining a Lease
§ 3203.11 How is a KGRA determined?
