DEP said Penneco determined there may be a leak in the casing after a test found casing pressure had decreased.
When the tubing was being removed, the on/off tool in the well was also removed and showed signs of corrosion. Seals on the tool were also found to be worn.
After the tubing and other equipment was replaced, DEP said a mechanical integrity test was conducted and the well passed.
No violations issued. DEP inspection report.
[Report courtesy of Protect PT Weekly Round-Up]
Seismic Event
DEP is also investigating a Feb. 7, 2026 seismic event recorded at the Sedat 3A monitoring station. Read more here.
Report Violations
To report oil and gas violations or any environmental emergency or complaint, visit DEP’s Environmental Complaint webpage.
Text photos and the location of abandoned wells to 717-788-8990.
Check These Resources
Visit DEP’s Compliance Reporting Database and Inspection Reports Viewer webpages to search their compliance records by date and owner.
Sign up for DEP’s eNOTICE service which sends you information on oil and gas and other permits submitted to DEP for review in your community.
Use DEP’s Oil and Gas Mapping Tool to find if there are oil and gas wells near or on your property and to find wells using latitude and longitude on well inspection reports.
(Photos: On/Off Tool corrosion; Worn seal; New Tubing for Well.)
[Note: If you believe your company was listed in error, contact DEP’s Oil and Gas Program.]
[Note: These may not be all the NOVs issued to oil and gas companies during this time period. Additional inspection reports may be added to DEP’s Oil and Gas Compliance Database.]
[Posted: May 11, 2026] PA Environment Digest
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