Environmental

Under South Dakota environmental regulations, a property owner who discovers an oil spill or hazardous substance release on their property must:

AWait until the substance reaches groundwater before reporting
BReport the release to DENR promptly as required by state law✓ Correct
CHandle the cleanup privately without government involvement
DOnly report if the spill exceeds 100 gallons

Explanation

South Dakota state law requires prompt reporting of oil spills and hazardous substance releases to DENR. Failure to report can result in additional penalties beyond the cleanup costs. Early reporting is essential for limiting environmental damage.

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