Mineral rights in Rawlins County, Kansas
Rawlins County is a quieter corner of Kansas's mineral market, with 6 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 6
- Permits · 24 mo
- 1
- Rigs running
- 1,860
- Wells on record
up 500% vs prior 24 months
as of 2026-06-09
Who's drilling Rawlins County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Downing-Nelson Oil | 4 |
| Brito Oil | 1 |
| Carmen Schmitt | 1 |
What the record says
Rawlins County recorded 6 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 1 in the prior 24 months. Activity centers on the Denver-Julesburg basin.
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Rawlins County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Rawlins County, Kansas?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Downing-Nelson Oil, Brito Oil, Carmen Schmitt. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Rawlins County?
Start with the Rawlins 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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