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Oil and gas

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Oil and gas

The Geologic Resources Management Division (GRMD) of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) administers oil and gas regulations under Part 615, Supervisor of Wells, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (NREPA), 1994, PA 451, as amended.

Michigan’s oil and gas regulations are designed to protect:

  • The environment
  • Natural resources
  • Public health and safety
  • Property during oil and gas development activities

To date, approximately 60,000 oil and gas related wells have been drilled in Michigan. GRMD staff review permit applications, monitor drilling operations, and inspect active well sites and production facilities to ensure compliance with state regulations.

  • Weekly update and Class II UIC permit application notices

    Each Monday, EGLE provides comprehensive updates on oil & gas drilling permits and Class II UIC applications.

  • Permits and applications

    Find application instructions, fees, online tools, and guidance for obtaining oil and gas permits in Michigan.

  • Laws and rules

    Access statutes, rules, spacing orders, and compliance information that govern oil and gas activities in Michigan.

  • Supervisor of wells

    View decisions, orders, and hearing information issued by the Supervisor of Wells for oil and gas operations.

  • Well data and mapping

    Explore maps, well records, datasets, and reference information for oil and gas wells across Michigan.

Operator reporting and submissions

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    Forms

    A central hub for accessing and submitting required forms related to oil and gas operations in Michigan. Forms are organized by activity type.

  • Geologic Resources Management Division MiSTAR Michigan's State Tracking and Reporting System Logo

    MiSTAR

    An electronic system for submitting oil and gas data, including injection and production reporting.

Special wells and environmental protection

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    Oil and Gas Advisory Committee

    The committee advises EGLE on statewide oil and gas policy, regulations, technical issues, and other matters related to oil and gas exploration and production.

    Learn more about the committee

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