# Michigan Basin Formation in Ohio: Operators, Permits & Activity 2026
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> Michigan Basin oil and gas activity in Ohio: 259 wells across 46 operators, 0 recent permits. Top operators, top counties, recent permits and DUC inventory targeting the Michigan Basin formation. Refreshed monthly.

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**Generated:** 2026-08-26 (heuristic; server-side extraction)

## Answer
Quick answer: The Michigan Basin formation in Ohio has 259 wells on record across 46 active operators, with 0 drilling permits filed in the last 24 months (as of 2026-08-26). Its most active operators by well count are Grahammichaelis, Pioneer Drilling Company, Northern Indiana Producer, Oge Energy and Belden And Blake Corp. Dba Ward Lake Energy. Compiled from Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) well-header records, refreshed monthly.

## Dataset
**Name:** Michigan Basin Formation – Ohio Oil & Gas Activity

Michigan Basin formation operator and drilling activity in Ohio: 259 wells, 46 active operators, 0 permits in the last 24 months. Top operators, top counties, recent permits, and DUC inventory.

**Variables measured:**
- Total Wells: 259
- Active Operators: 46
- Recent Permits (24 Months): 0

## Page Outline
- Michigan Basin Formation in Ohio
  - Top Operators in the Michigan Basin (Ohio)
  - Primary Ohio Counties for the Michigan Basin
  - About the Michigan Basin Formation in Ohio
  - Frequently Asked Questions
  - Own Michigan Basin Mineral Rights in Ohio?
  - Related Operator Intelligence

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