La Plata County, Colorado — Mineral Rights Overview
La Plata County is an established area for oil and gas development in Colorado, with 4,624 recorded drilling sites across the region.
Market Snapshot
Drilling Status Distribution
The following table shows the current operational status of all registered oil and gas sites in La Plata County.
| Operational Status | Number of Sites |
|---|---|
| PR | 2,716 |
| PA | 857 |
| AL | 586 |
| SI | 350 |
| AC | 37 |
| IJ | 27 |
| AP | 18 |
| TA | 17 |
| DG | 7 |
| EP | 6 |
| SO | 2 |
| WO | 1 |
Leading Operators
These companies hold the most drilling permits and operate the greatest number of sites in La Plata County.
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Public Records
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Our valuation tool analyzes nearby production data, recent transactions, and operator activity in La Plata County, Colorado to provide a preliminary estimate.
- ✓ Production data from state regulatory agencies
- ✓ Recent deed transactions and sale prices
- ✓ Active operator and lease activity
- ✓ County-level market intelligence
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- Well Data — Drilling permits, well status, and operator records
- Production — Gas and oil output by county and formation
- Operators — Company profiles and areas of operation
- Recent Sales — Deed recordings and transaction activity
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