Texas Drilling Permits: Week of June 18–June 25, 2026 — RRC Activity Report

Texas Drilling Permits: Week of June 18–June 25, 2026 — RRC Activity Report

The Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) reported a total of 136 new drilling permits for the week of June 18–June 25, 2026. This period of regulatory activity comes amid a volatile pricing environment, with WTI crude settling at $69.91 per barrel, marking a decrease of $4.91 compared to the prior close. Despite the downward pressure on commodity prices, operators across the state continue to secure the necessary authorizations to maintain their development pipelines.

Permitting activity remained concentrated in the prolific basins of West and South Texas. Reeves County led the state this week with 9 new permits, followed closely by a three-way tie between Ward, San Augustine, and Reagan counties, each recording 8 permits. De Witt County rounded out the top five with 7 permits. For land professionals and oilfield service providers, these figures offer a clear snapshot of where capital expenditure is currently being directed across the Eagle Ford and Permian plays.

Leading the charge in permit filings for the week were De Central Operating, LLC and Burlington Resources O & G Co LP, both securing 7 permits each. Denbury Onshore, LLC followed with 6 permits, while Civitas Permian Operating, LLC and Verdun Oil & Gas LLC rounded out the top operators with 5 and 4 permits, respectively. Keeping track of these filings as they occur is essential for service companies looking to align their assets with active drilling programs. DownHole Digital provides real-time monitoring of these RRC permits, ensuring that industry stakeholders have the data they need to anticipate upcoming spud activity and regional development trends.

Among the high-priority filings identified this week, Denbury Onshore, LLC dominated the list with several permits in Brazoria County, specifically permits #916498, #916503, #916504, and #916505. Additionally, Black Swan Opco, LLC filed permit #906042 in Reagan County. While these permits currently show an estimated spud date as TBD, their inclusion in the RRC’s weekly report signals ongoing project planning and site preparation efforts.

As the industry navigates the current pricing fluctuations, the steady flow of new permits suggests that operators are maintaining a disciplined approach to their drilling schedules. For those involved in E&P and oilfield services, staying informed on these weekly shifts is critical for operational planning and business development. Monitoring these regulatory filings allows teams to identify emerging hotspots and adjust their logistics and supply chain strategies accordingly. Whether you are managing leasehold interests or coordinating field services, having access to accurate, timely permit data is a competitive necessity in the Texas oil patch.

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