§ 46-376. Definitions.

The following words, terms, and phrases shall apply in the application, interpretation and enforcement of this division:

Hydraulic fracturing means the process by which fractures in the earth's subsurface are widened by injection of water, chemicals, or both, under high pressure used in the extraction of oil and gas.

Matrix stimulation means the injection of any acid into a well to break up impediments without fracturing the well.

Well stimulation means any process of using vast amounts of water, chemicals, or both, injected into the ground as a means of oil and gas exploration, including but not limited to hydraulic fracturing and matrix stimulation. Well stimulation does not include routine well cleaning that does not affect the integrity of the well or formation.

(Ord. No. 2016-04, § 3, 5-3-16)