Texas Drilling Permits: Week of June 03–June 10, 2026 — RRC Activity Report
The Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) reported a total of 183 new drilling permits for the week of June 03–June 10, 2026. Despite a slight dip in WTI crude pricing, which settled at $89.9 per barrel—a decrease of $0.64 compared to the prior close—operator activity remains robust across the Permian Basin. For land professionals, E&P teams, and oilfield service providers, tracking these filings is essential for identifying upcoming development trends and logistical requirements in the field.
Midland County continues to lead the state in permit volume, accounting for 24 new filings this week. Upton and Martin counties followed closely, each recording