About the Oakland County Drain Office

John P. McCulloch, Oakland County Drain Commissioner, has the responsibility of planning, developing, and maintaining designated surface water drainage systems in Oakland County under Michigan State law, known as Drain Code, Act 40 of 1956 (and has other statutory duties as Agent for the County).

Commissioner McCulloch is actively promoting leadership in matters of water resource protection and environmental stewardship. In addition to providing efficient drainage, he has spearheaded several innovative programs. 

The office staff of more than 225 highly trained professional and technically skilled people is dedicated to providing the best and most cost effective service to the citizens of Oakland County

The office consists of three Divisions: Administration, Operations and Maintenance, and Engineering and Construction.

Key Staff:

John P. McCulloch
Drain Commissioner

Kevin R. Larsen
Chief Deputy Drain Commissioner

Douglas A. Buchholz, P.E.
Deputy and Manager
Operations and Maintenance Division

Joseph P. Kozma, P.E.  
Deputy and Manager
Engineering and Construction Division

Some of the specific programs and services provided by the Drain Office  through these divisions include:

• Stormwater/Watershed Management
• Construction of Storm Drains, Sewage Disposal/Drinking Water Supply Systems 
• Operation and Maintenance of Drains, Sewage Disposal/Drinking Water Supply Systems
• Cross Connection Control Program 
• Lake Level Control
• Lake Improvement Boards
• Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control
• Subdivision and other Plat Review

For more information regarding Drain Office services, please call 248-858-0958.