Ritchie County, West Virginia — Mineral Rights Overview
Ritchie County is a major hub for oil and gas development in West Virginia, with 12,881 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 Ritchie County.
| Operational Status | Number of Sites |
|---|---|
| Active Well | 6,301 |
| Plugged | 2,916 |
| Abandoned Well | 1,804 |
| Never Drilled | 1,757 |
| Permit Issued | 52 |
| Never Issued | 37 |
| Permit Application | 14 |
Leading Operators
These companies hold the most drilling permits and operate the greatest number of sites in Ritchie County.
Recorded Transactions
102 mineral-related deed recordings have been documented in Ritchie County, with the most recent on 12/30/2024.
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Public Records
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Our valuation tool analyzes nearby production data, recent transactions, and operator activity in Ritchie County, West Virginia to provide a preliminary estimate.
- ✓ Production data from state regulatory agencies
- ✓ Recent deed transactions and sale prices
- ✓ Active operator and lease activity
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- Production — Gas and oil output by county and formation
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- Recent Sales — Deed recordings and transaction activity
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