Mineral rights in Franklin County, Kansas
Franklin County sees steady, selective drilling — 39 permits over the last 24 months, holding steady versus the prior period.
- 39
- Permits · 24 mo
- 10,598
- Wells on record
- 13.8%
- Avg lease royalty
approved through 2026-05-23
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Franklin County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Tdr Construction | 24 |
| L & A Energy LP | 10 |
| Utah Oil LLC | 4 |
| Rh Capital-Beets LLC | 1 |
What the record says
Franklin County recorded 39 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23. Activity centers on the Forest City basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 2 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 13.8% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Franklin County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Franklin County, Kansas?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Tdr Construction, L & A Energy LP, Utah Oil LLC. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Franklin County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Franklin County average about 13.8% royalty. Individual terms vary with acreage position, competition, and the operator — treat this as a market reference point, not a quote.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Franklin County?
Start with the Franklin County clerk's deed records and the county appraisal roll, then verify against state regulator filings. Our title search guide walks through the process, and the Mineral Eagle platform links these records for the whole county.
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