True Oil Ontario and Michigan Oil and Gas Development Project
The McKenzie Ranger District has received a proposal to construct the Ontario Federal oil and gas well pad and drill 4 oil and gas wells, as well as expand the existing Michigan Federal oil and gas well pad to the original footprint to drill an additional 4 oil and gas wells.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Sections 2 & 6, T147N, R101W, McKenzie County, North Dakota, 5th PM. Project documents and more information are available here: https://usfs.app.box.com/folder/372119553576.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 3/16/2026 |
| Decision | 3/31/2026 |
Expected Analysis Type:
Categorical Exclusion
Lead Management Unit:
Mckenzie Ranger District
Project Purpose:
Minerals and geology
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Decision Signed Date: 3/31/2026
States:
North Dakota
Counties:
McKenzie
Steve Best
c/o Mckenzie Ranger District
1905 S Main St
Watford City, North Dakota 58854
701-989-7283
steven.best@usda.gov
Last Updated: 4/1/2026