Texas Drilling Permits: Week of April 07–April 14, 2026 — RRC Activity Report
The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) issued a total of 58 new drilling permits during the week of April 07–April 14, 2026. This report provides a snapshot of the week's activity, highlighting key areas and operators.
Midland County led the pack with 9 permits issued, followed by McMullen, Howard, and Frio counties, each with 5 permits. Ward County saw 4 permits approved. This activity reflects the ongoing focus on the Permian Basin and other promising areas within the state.
Permian Deep Rock Oil Co., LLC secured the most permits, with a total of 7. 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 of note were issued in McMullen County to EOG Resources, Inc. These permits, including #914621, #914624, #914627, and #914631, all have a score of 0 and an estimated spud date of TBD. Machin & Associates, Inc. also received a permit (#914636) in Red River County with a score of 0 and an estimated spud date of TBD.
As of the close of the week, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil was trading at $97.68/bbl, down $0.19 from the previous day's close.
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