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Wastewater from oil production in the Williston Basin leaked from a pipeline

February 2017 (approx.)

Detailed Description

Wastewater from oil production in the Williston Basin leaked from a pipeline, spilling into Blacktail Creek, North Dakota. Geochemical and biological samples were to identify geochemical signatures of spilled wastewaters as well as biological responses. 

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

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