Texas Recorded Thousands of New Drilling Permits

The Railroad Commission of Texas processed hundreds of oil and gas permits across the state in September 2026.

Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Oil and Gas

Texas Recorded Thousands of New Drilling Permits

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The San Angelo area recorded 69 oil and gas drilling permits and 120 oil completions throughout September 2026. Statewide, the Railroad Commission of Texas issued 759 original drilling permits during the same period.

Why it matters

Tracking permit activity provides insight into the state's energy production capacity and regional industrial growth. These figures illustrate the ongoing intensity of oil and gas exploration across key Texas districts.

The Railroad Commission of Texas processed 961 oil and 280 gas completions statewide in September 2026. The San Angelo area reported zero new gas completions during the same month.

The players

Railroad Commission of Texas

This state agency regulates the oil and gas industry, utility services, and surface mining operations in Texas.

The details

Statewide permit activity was dominated by the Midland district, which accounted for 323 permits, while the San Antonio area recorded 101 permits along with 33 oil and 30 gas completions. Commission staff also processed 95 injection completions across the state.

September 2026 saw 69 drilling permits and 120 oil completions recorded in the San Angelo area.

Market Landscape

This data release reflects the continued industrial output of the Texas energy sector as overseen by the Railroad Commission of Texas. It underscores how regional activity in districts like Midland continues to drive the broader state energy economy.

Increased drilling and completion activity can drive local employment and regional infrastructure development. Residents may experience changes in industrial traffic and local economic activity levels as these permits translate into field operations.

The takeaway

The continued processing of drilling permits highlights the sustained pace of energy sector investment throughout Texas. Stakeholders should monitor these monthly figures to gauge shifts in regional production intensity and local operational trends.