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Digs in Medora, Bismarck, and Pembina Gorge
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Publishes maps and reports on the mineralogical, paleontological, and geochemical resources of North Dakota.

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Oil and Gas

Oil and Gas

Regulates the drilling and production of oil and natural gas in North Dakota in a manner that will realize the greatest possible good from our state's vital natural resources.

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Paleontology

Paleontology

Under ND Geological Survey, the Paleontology Dept manages the public fossil dig program, collections database, and provides both scientific and educational resources about our great state's fossils.

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Lynn D. Helms, Director

Bruce E. Hicks, Assistant Director Oil and Gas Division

Edward C. Murphy, Assistant Director Geological Survey, State Geologist

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