Texas Drilling Permits: Week of May 14–May 21, 2026 — RRC Activity Report
The Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) issued 132 new drilling permits during the week of May 14–May 21, 2026. This report provides a snapshot of the week's activity, highlighting key areas and operators.
Midland County led the pack with 13 permits, followed closely by Webb and Reeves counties, each with 12 permits. Martin County saw 8 permits issued, while Refugio County rounded out the top counties with 5 permits. This distribution suggests continued activity in the Permian Basin, as well as ongoing exploration in other key areas.
EOG Resources, Inc. secured the most permits of any operator, with 11. Apache Corporation followed with 10 permits, while Enterprise Products Operating LLC and Continental Resources, Inc. each obtained 8 permits. Triple Crown Resources, LLC secured 6 permits. These figures reflect the ongoing competitive landscape and the strategic positioning of major players within the Texas oil and gas market.
Several high-priority permits were issued this week. RNG Resources, LLC received permit #881996 in Webb County. Continental Resources, Inc. was granted permits #915628, #915629, #915630, and #915631 in Winkler County. Estimated spud dates for these permits are to be determined.
WTI crude closed at $100.5/bbl, down $8.16 from the prior close, which may impact future drilling decisions.
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