The Utah Division of Oil, Gas and Mining

Utah Division of Oil, Gas and Mining


	Oil & Gas	Mining

THE UTAH DIVISION OF
OIL, GAS AND MINING

"Regulates and ensures industry compliance and site restoration while facilitating oil, gas and mining activities."

The Division of Oil, Gas and Mining regulates exploration for and development of Utah's oil, gas, coal and other mineral resources. When exploration and developmental activities are completed, the division ensures that oil and gas wells are properly abandoned and mining sites are satisfactorily reclaimed.

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The division's staff works diligently to provide service to the citizens of the state of Utah, while striving to maintain the delicate balance between environment and industrial development.

Quick References...

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Board Hearing Schedule - 2008 Current Board Agenda Division Calendar Division Notices & News	Data Search - Well Files - Logs Electronic Reporting Forms Production Reports Reporting Undesirable Events Rules Statistics	Abandoned Mines Coal Rules Coal Water-Quality Database Mineral Forms Non-coal Rules Reclamation Guide

Performance Audit of Utah’s Coal Regulatory Program

The Utah Office of the Legislative Auditor General has recently completed “A Performance Audit of Utah’s Coal Regulatory Program.” This audit has identified process improvements for the Division’s Coal Program that when implemented will more effectively and efficiently serve the interests of the citizen’s of Utah. The Division is now using the audit report to make those necessary changes in procedures to better serve our customers.

John Baza, Director
Utah Division of Oil, Gas and Mining

To read the director's full response to the audit, click here.

News & Notices

2008 Earth Day Awards Presented. The Board of Oil, Gas and Mining Earth Day Awards recognize companies, organizations and individuals for going beyond what is required by regulation while developing essential natural resources. Click here to see this year's recipients.

Utah ePermit is now online! Utah Oil and gas operators can now electronically submit Applications for Permit to Drill (APDs) through the Utah Division of Oil, Gas and Mining web site. Click here to check it out!

Our Price Field Office has moved:
319 N Carbonville Road, Suite C
Price, Utah 84501-2351
Phone: (435) 613-3737
Fax: (435) 613-3739

Utah Oil, Gas and Mining’s Responsibilities in Relation to Mine Safety
Click Here to learn more.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) about Reclamation Sureties and Bonding in the Minerals Program. The Division has made several changes to surety/bonding forms and requirements. Click here to learn more.

The Practical Guide to Reclamation in Utah
(right-click then select save-as to download)
Document Size - 7.59 MB. In Acrobat PDF format.