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The new federal OCS regulations in the light of Santa Barbara

November 6, 1969

When the first Outer Continental Shelf leases were issued in 1954, the oil industry was operating near shore in shallow waters. Although regional OCS Orders issued under the regulations have been kept reasonably up to date with advancing technology, the Secretary's regulations had not undergone a complete review by the Department and the interested public since May 1954. The Santa Barbara public since May 1954. The Santa Barbara event triggered the complete review of both the regulations and the OCS Orders.

Publication Year 1969
Title The new federal OCS regulations in the light of Santa Barbara
DOI 10.2118/2780-MS
Authors Russell G. Wayland
Publication Type Conference Paper
Publication Subtype Conference Paper
Index ID 70225513
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse