Drill Samples - Generation and Storage
The Kentucky Geological Survey's Well Sample Library maintains catalogues of drill cuttings of wells strategically located throughout Kentucky. If the samples are requested by the Survey, the well permit will be stamped accordingly. The operator shall deposit the samples at the nearest collection facility provided by the Survey.
Statute-KRS 353.660
As a courtesy to the Oil and Gas industry, the Kentucky Geological Survey has established sample collection stations statewide. Well samples may be deposited in one of these official collection boxes or mailed directly to the KGS Well Sample and Core Library.
Kentucky Geological Survey
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Listing of Well Sample Collection Stations
LEXINGTON PIKEVILLE HAZARD |
HENDERSON OWENSBORO ALBANY COLUMBIA |



