RULES AND REGULATIONS
What laws apply to oil and gas development in South Dakota?
The Oil and Gas Conservation Act, SDCL 45-9, contains the laws that apply to oil and gas development in the state. The Board of Minerals and Environment (board) and the department implement the requirements of the Act.
What requirements apply to me if I want to drill for oil and gas?
Drilling for oil and gas is regulated under SDCL 45-9 and the Administrative Rules of South Dakota (ARSD) Article 74:12. Underground injection for the purpose of enhanced oil recovery or the disposal of exploration and production wastes is regulated by the same statute and rules. The requirements of ARSD 74:09, which pertain to board hearings and petitions, also apply to oil and gas operations.
