Texas Drilling Permits: Week of April 30–May 07, 2026 — RRC Activity Report
The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) issued 184 new drilling permits during the week of April 30–May 07, 2026, signaling continued activity across the state. This report provides a snapshot of the week's permitting landscape, offering valuable insights for oil and gas professionals.
Midland County led the pack with 22 permits, followed by Reeves County with 15 and Atascosa County with 12. Pecos County saw 11 permits issued, while Howard County received 9. These figures highlight the areas of most concentrated drilling activity during this period.
Kinder Morgan Production Co LLC topped the operator list, securing 16 permits. Ovintiv USA Inc. followed closely with 15 permits, and EOG Resources, Inc. obtained 11. Apache Corporation received 9 permits, and Triple Crown Resources, LLC secured 7. These operators represent a significant portion of the week's drilling investment.
Several high-priority permits were issued this week, including multiple permits for Ovintiv USA Inc. in Ector and Midland counties. GulFtex Energy, LLC secured a permit in Zavala County, and Upland Resources LLC received a permit in Lipscomb County. Estimated spud dates for these permits are still to be determined.
With WTI crude oil prices at $94.96/bbl, down $11.46 from the prior close, operators are carefully evaluating their drilling plans. Real-time monitoring of RRC permit activity is crucial in this environment. DownHole Digital provides up-to-the-minute permit tracking and analysis, helping you stay ahead of the curve. Learn more at downhole.digital