Texas Drilling Permits: Week of April 21–April 28, 2026 — RRC Activity Report
The Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) issued a total of 57 new drilling permits during the week of April 21st to April 28th, 2026. This report provides a snapshot of the week's activity, highlighting key counties, operators, and notable permit filings. WTI crude closed at $98.31/bbl, reflecting an increase of $2.46 compared to the prior close.
Loving County led the pack with 14 permits issued, demonstrating continued activity in the Permian Basin. San Augustine County saw a surge in activity with 5 permits, followed by Martin County with 4 permits. Reeves County and Upton County each saw 3 and 2 permits, respectively, indicating diverse drilling operations across the state.
Several operators secured a significant number of permits this week. ADMIRAL PERMIAN OPERATING LLC topped the list with 7 permits. BPX OPERATING COMPANY followed closely with 6 permits, showcasing their ongoing commitment to Texas drilling. ROCKCLIFF ENERGY OPERATING III secured 5 permits, while OXYROCK OPERATING, LLC and NORTHSTAR RESOURCES, LLC each received 3 and 2 permits, respectively.
This week's highest-priority permits, as indicated by the RRC, include Permit #915016 filed by DAVIS SOUTHERN OPERATING CO LLC in Tyler County, Permit #915000 filed by FAIR OIL, LTD. in Franklin County, Permit #914235 filed by SABALO II OPERATING, LLC in Andrews County, Permit #915013 filed by RING ENERGY, INC. in Andrews County, and Permit #915020 filed by BULL RUN RESOURCES, LLC in Robertson County. The estimated spud dates for these permits are still to be determined.
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