Texas Drilling Permits: Week of June 05–June 12, 2026 — RRC Activity Report
The Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) reported a total of 185 new drilling permits for the week of June 05 through June 12, 2026. Despite a notable pullback in market pricing, with WTI crude settling at $84.86 per barrel—a decrease of $6.44 compared to the prior close—operators maintained a steady pace of permitting activity across the state’s most prolific basins.
Permitting activity remained heavily concentrated in the Permian Basin, reflecting the region's continued importance to domestic production. Midland County led the state with 24 new permits, followed by Loving County with 18, Martin County with 17, Reeves County with 14, and Upton County with 13. For oilfield service providers and land professionals, these figures highlight the ongoing focus on core acreage in the Midland and Delaware basins.
Major operators continue to anchor the state's drilling pipeline. EOG Resources, Inc. topped the list for the week, securing 32 permits. Pioneer Natural Resources USA, Inc. followed with 23 permits, while Chevron U.S.A. Inc. added 13. Ovintiv USA Inc. and Anadarko E&P Onshore LLC rounded out the top five, each filing 12 permits. Staying ahead of these filings is critical for supply chain logistics and field operations, which is why many industry professionals rely on DownHole Digital to monitor these RRC permit filings in real time.
Among the week’s highest-priority filings, Civitas Permian Operating, LLC submitted several permits in Glasscock County, specifically permits #913234, #913437, and #913435. Additionally, Diamondback E&P LLC filed permits #916192 and #916193 for operations in Martin County. While these specific permits currently show an estimated spud date as TBD, their filing indicates active development planning by these operators in key West Texas areas.
The current market volatility, evidenced by the sharp decline in WTI pricing, serves as a reminder of the importance of operational efficiency. As operators adjust their drilling programs in response to shifting crude prices, monitoring permit trends provides essential insight into where capital is being deployed. By tracking these RRC filings, service companies can better align their equipment deployment and personnel with the most active operators in the field.
For those managing regional operations, keeping a pulse on RRC permit data is essential for maintaining a competitive edge. Whether you are tracking competitor activity or identifying new opportunities for service contracts, having access to accurate, timely data is non-negotiable. To keep your team informed on the latest RRC drilling permit activity, learn more at downhole.digital.