Tri-Valley Corp (fka TVLYQ)

[jonesieatl]

I would think they have that control, Howard

http://www.conservation.ca.gov/dog/faqs/Pages/Index.aspx

8. Why are some wells confidential and how and when can I get copies of the well data?

Most well records in California are open to public inspection. However, wells that meet certain criteria may be kept in confidential status. The records (including monthly production/injection reports) for confidential wells are not open for public inspection. To be considered for confidential status, a well must be classified as an exploratory well, or there must be extenuating circumstances (defined in regulation as conditions beyond the control of the operator, preventing the operator from utilizing the competitive advantage from the information obtained from a well). Extenuating circumstances include, but are not limited to active competitive leasing or mineral rights sales in the immediate vicinity of the well; governmental or judicial action delaying oil, gas, or geothermal development; natural disasters; or scarcity of materials and equipment. Onshore wells are granted confidentiality for a two-year period, and offshore wells are granted confidentiality for a five-year period (with the possibility of extensions).