Oil and Gas Has Been Produced in Shackelford County Since 1910

Oil was discovered in Shackelford County in 1910, according to the Handbook of Texas. Production continued to grow through the 20th century. When you buy land here, the mineral rights may already be owned by someone else. That means another party could have the right to drill on your property. Always ask about mineral ownership before you close on any land deal.

The Railroad Commission of Texas regulates all oil and gas activity in the state. Shackelford County falls under RRC District 7B. You can search for active wells, permits, and operator records on the RRC website using their online query tools. If you own minerals or suspect there are wells on your property, the RRC's GIS map and production data tools are the place to start.