Oil and Gas Permits
Oil and Gas Roads Policy and Permitting
As per the Updated Oil and Gas Policy, permits (MM-109) are require for any work within the Division of Highways's right of way. All permits (MM-109) are applied for online on the Permit Portal Main Page. Local Contacts under each District from the Districts page of this website.
Permit Requirements (MM-109)
- Please be aware that the WVDOH has additional Oil and Gas Pipeline Requirements beyond what is in the Utilities Manual.
- In order to better understand our Milepost system for each route throughout the state, you can use this Geometry and Measures webapp that our GTI section created.
*Please note that receiving an approved MM-109 permit does not relieve you from getting the appropriate over-weight/height/length hauling permit. Please see information contained on permit. Please see information contained on permit. Please see information contained on Order Permits page.
Pre-Approval Compliance
Applicant will be required to have an appropriate bond and Road Maintenance Agreement in place before receiving an approved permit.
| Requirement | Description and Links |
|---|---|
| Financial Bond | Applicants must secure an appropriate SM-6 Bond to cover potential road damages. |
| Maintenance Agreement | A formal Road Maintenance Agreement must be active between the operator and the WVDOH. |
| Other forms and references | Oil and Gas Data Information Sheet |
Safety and Best Practices
With all new Oil and Gas permits and/or Agreements, the individual District Offices of the DOH will issue and advocate the usage of the one page With all new Oil and Gas permits and/or Agreements, the individual District Offices of the DOH will issue and advocate the usage of the one page Federal Highway Administration Summary of Pilot/Escort Vehicle Operators Best Practices Guidelines for Oil and Gas Operators and their contractor(s).
Contact Information
For any further questions, please contact:
Lacy Pratt
Statewide Oil and Gas Coordinator
Phone: (304) 326-0091
Email:lacy.d.pratt@wv.gov
