UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Notice of Effectiveness
Effectiveness Date:	October 5, 2009 4:00 P.M.

Form:	S-3
CIK: 0001034755 Company Name: BRIGHAM EXPLORATION CO File Number: 333-161455
CIK: 0001068003 Company Name: BRIGHAM INC File Number: 333-161455-02
CIK: 0001068004 Company Name: BRIGHAM OIL & GAS LP File Number: 333-161455-01