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TITLE 31NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION
PART 1GENERAL LAND OFFICE
CHAPTER 19OIL SPILL PREVENTION AND RESPONSE
SUBCHAPTER FDERELICT VESSELS AND STRUCTURES
RULE §19.78Determination of No Intrinsic Value

In making a determination that a vessel or structure has no intrinsic value, the commissioner shall consider the following factors:

  (1) the condition of the vessel or structure, including whether the derelict vessel or structure:

    (A) is substantially dismantled and lacks more than one of the major components listed in §19.71(15) of this title (relating to Definitions);

    (B) has any salvageable major components including, but not limited to, engine, hull, fuel tank, or rigging;

    (C) is unnumbered or lacks current registration; or

    (D) has any other relevant condition affecting its value.

  (2) the cost for removal, storage, and disposal of the vessel relative to the salvage value of the vessel or structure;

  (3) the cost of conducting a sale to a third party relative to the salvage value of the vessel or structure; and

  (4) any other matter deemed relevant by the commissioner.


Source Note: The provisions of this §19.78 adopted to be effective September 13, 2010, 35 TexReg 8377

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