Texas Drilling Permits: Week of June 15–June 22, 2026 — RRC Activity Report

Texas Drilling Permits: Week of June 15–June 22, 2026 — RRC Activity Report

The Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) reported a steady pace of regulatory activity for the week of June 15 through June 22, 2026, with a total of 134 new drilling permits issued across the state. This level of activity reflects ongoing operational adjustments as producers navigate a shifting commodity price environment. During this reporting period, WTI crude settled at $75.08 per barrel, marking a decrease of $0.97 compared to the prior close. Despite the modest price pullback, E&P operators continue to secure the necessary documentation to maintain their development pipelines.

Geographically, permit distribution remained diverse, highlighting key areas of interest across major Texas basins. Brazoria County led the state this week with 11 new permits, followed by San Augustine and Reagan counties, which each recorded 8 permits. Reeves and La Salle counties rounded out the top tier, contributing 7 permits apiece. For land professionals and oilfield service providers, tracking these county-level fluctuations is essential for anticipating regional spikes in rig mobilization and infrastructure demand. DownHole Digital provides the real-time data monitoring necessary to stay ahead of these permit filings as they are processed by the RRC.

Operator activity saw significant concentration among a few key players. Denbury Onshore, LLC topped the list with 11 permits, followed closely by EOG Resources, Inc. with 9. DE Central Operating, LLC and Burlington Resources O & G Co LP each secured 7 permits, while Verdun Oil & Gas LLC rounded out the top five with 6 permits. These filings indicate a strategic focus on core acreage positions, even as market conditions require disciplined capital allocation.

Beyond the high-volume counties, several individual permits have been flagged as high-priority for industry observers. These include two permits in Upton County assigned to Iron Orchard Operating LLC (Permit #910012 and #910015). Additionally, Palmer Operating LLC secured a permit in Archer County (#916434), and BKV Barnett, LLC moved forward with filings in Denton (#916435) and Wise (#916436) counties. While estimated spud dates for these specific projects remain to be determined, these filings represent critical data points for service companies looking to align their equipment availability with upcoming drilling programs.

As the industry moves through the second half of the year, monitoring these RRC filings remains the most effective way to gauge short-term drilling momentum and regional development trends. Whether you are managing supply chain logistics or scouting new leasehold opportunities, having immediate access to permit data is vital for operational efficiency.

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