Texas Drilling Permits: Week of June 22–June 29, 2026 — RRC Activity Report

Texas Drilling Permits: Week of June 22–June 29, 2026 — RRC Activity Report

The Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) reported steady activity for the week of June 22–June 29, 2026, with a total of 119 new drilling permits issued across the state. Despite a slight dip in commodity pricing, with WTI crude settling at $69.83 per barrel—a decrease of $0.51 compared to the prior close—operators continue to secure acreage and prepare for future development. Professionals in the E&P and oilfield services sectors are closely monitoring these filings to gauge regional investment trends and potential rig mobilization.

Activity remained heavily concentrated in the Permian Basin, which continues to lead the state in permit volume. Midland County topped the list this week with 17 new permits, followed closely by Martin County with 15. Other active areas included Ward, Loving, and Andrews counties, each recording 8 permits. This geographic distribution underscores the sustained focus on high-quality assets in the Delaware and Midland sub-basins.

On the operator side, Ovintiv USA Inc. and Diamondback E&P LLC tied for the highest volume of activity, each securing 15 permits during this period. Other notable operators filing for new permits included Greenlake Energy Operating, LLC, Firebird Energy II LLC, and Chevron U. S. A. Inc., with each company accounting for 6 permits. Keeping track of these operator movements is essential for land and service companies looking to align their resources with upcoming drilling programs. DownHole Digital provides the necessary tools to monitor these RRC permit filings in real time, ensuring that teams can react quickly to shifting operator priorities.

Several high-priority permits were also noted during this reporting window, signaling upcoming activity outside of the primary Permian hubs. Cimarron Engineering, LLC filed permits #916614, #916615, and #916616 for projects in Live Oak and Duval counties. Additionally, U.S. Energy Development Corp filed permits #916647 and #916648 for operations in Reeves County. While these specific permits currently show an estimated spud date as to-be-determined, their filing indicates strategic planning for future operations.

As operators navigate the current price environment, the consistency in permit volume suggests a disciplined approach to capital expenditure. For oilfield professionals, staying ahead of these regulatory filings is critical for supply chain logistics and project planning. By leveraging data-driven insights, firms can better anticipate where the next wave of drilling activity will occur. Whether you are tracking specific operators or monitoring basin-wide trends, having access to accurate, up-to-date permit information is a competitive necessity in the current market.

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