Texas Drilling Permits: Week of May 22–May 29, 2026 — RRC Activity Report
The Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) issued a total of 202 new drilling permits during the week of May 22–May 29, 2026. This report provides a snapshot of the week's activity, highlighting key counties, operators, and notable permit filings.
Midland County led the pack with 35 permits, followed by Gaines County with 17 permits. Pecos, Loving, and Glasscock counties each saw 11 permits issued. This distribution reflects ongoing activity in the Permian Basin, a core area of Texas oil and gas production.
OXY USA INC. secured the most permits, with 25 filings. Pioneer Natural Res. USA, Inc. followed with 19 permits. Diamondback E&P LLC received 12 permits, while Apache Corporation secured 11. Kinder Morgan Production Co LLC was also active, with 8 permits issued during the week.
Several high-priority permits were filed this week. Occidental Permian Ltd. filed Permit #915776 in Gaines County. Burlington Resources O & G Co LP filed Permit #915779 in Live Oak County. Devon Energy Production Co, L.P. filed Permit #727033 in Karnes County. Diamondback E&P LLC filed Permit #912529 in Midland County. Bosque Texas Oil LLC filed Permit #915066 in Ward County. Estimated spud dates for these permits are to be determined.
WTI crude closed at $87.75/bbl, down $6.14 from the prior close. This price movement could influence future drilling decisions.
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