Texas Drilling Permits: Week of April 06–April 13, 2026 — RRC Activity Report
The Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) issued a total of 57 new drilling permits during the week of April 06–April 13, 2026, signaling continued activity in the state's oil and gas sector. This report provides a breakdown of the key areas and operators driving this week's permitting activity.
Midland County led the pack with 9 permits, followed by a three-way tie between McMullen, Howard, and Frio counties, each with 5 permits. Ward County saw 4 permits issued. These counties represent some of the most active areas for exploration and production in Texas.
Permian Deep Rock Oil Co., LLC topped the operator list, securing 7 permits. Formentera Operations LLC and EOG Resources, Inc. each received 5 permits. OVINTIV USA INC. and Jetta Operating Company, Inc. followed with 4 permits each.
Several permits were flagged as high-priority this week. EOG Resources, Inc. received multiple permits in McMullen County (Permit #914621, #914624, #914627, and #914631), while Machin & Associates, Inc. secured a permit in Red River County (Permit #914636). The estimated spud dates for these permits are still to be determined.
With WTI crude oil trading at $103.26/bbl, up $8.85 from the prior close, the economic incentives for drilling remain strong. Staying informed about these permit trends is crucial for E&P companies, land professionals, and oilfield service providers. DownHole Digital offers real-time monitoring of these permits and other critical oilfield data. Learn more at downhole.digital