A complete list of all programs within the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
Community involvement and public participation are an essential part of EGLE’s mission, vision, and values.
Resources and information on utilizing RRD's data exchange and the Inventory of Facilities.
An interactive map displaying contaminated sites throughout Michigan regulated under Parts 213, 201, and 211.
This system allows water well drilling and pump installation contractors to submit water well records.
EGLE's interactive calendar is designed to provide timely information on decisions before the Director, proposed settlements of contested cases, administrative rules promulgation, public hearings, meetings and comment deadlines, and environmental conferences, workshops and training programs.
The Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) provides all persons (except persons incarcerated in correctional facilities) with access to public records of public bodies. Requests to inspect or receive public records from EGLE must be in writing and describe the requested records with enough detail to enable the department to identify and locate the requested records. Some records are exempt from disclosure under the FOIA or another statute and thus will not be provided. A fee may be charged to process your request. Please note that many records are available that do not require a formal FOIA request.
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When a water quality standard is exceeded, the Federal Clean Water Act requires Michigan to address pollution issues with either a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) or by fixing the problem through other means. For some issues, a remedy is already in progress to reduce pollution. This is not the case for E. coli across the state. This TMDL will provide a framework for restoration of water quality.
Routine testing has shown E. coli levels in many areas are above the standard. These levels increase the risk of illness upon contact or incidental ingestion of the water. Given the extent of this problem, and the multitude of potential sources, a statewide approach will be more effective and more efficient at addressing this issue. To learn more, please visit the E. coli in Surface Waters page.
Long term solutions to bacterial problems can only be accomplished through a collaborative approach. In addition to its work on effective National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements and corrective actions on illegal sources, EGLE is looking for assistance from landowners, local health departments, conservation districts, other state and local agencies, and environmental groups to focus voluntary improvements in areas where nonpoint sources are a problem. Please see our Guide for Homeowners to find out how you can help reduce E. coli contamination of our rivers, lakes and beaches.
If your group is interested in a presentation on E. coli or TMDLs, please complete the TMDL and water quality presentation request form.
To support the TMDL, a statewide, interactive mapping tool is available to assist in identifying impacted areas as well as provide resources for getting involved in efforts to reduce the E. coli levels. The purpose is to encourage and empower local communities to protect our waters.
A map help document is available.
Videos will help you to perform the following tasks in the mapper:
The Statewide E. coli TMDL was approved by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) on July 29, 2019.
EGLE is providing success stories to inspire organizations and communities as they implement the E. coli TMDL. These stories include situations where E. coli impairments have been remedied completely, but also where complex problems are being addressed to gradually reduce E. coli in surface waters. As progress is made and new successes are documented, EGLE will continue to add to this collection.
Additional Resources:
Links to Other EGLE Web Sites:
Implementation Guidance Documents:
NPDES Permit Holders:
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