Mineral rights in Ashland County, Ohio
Ashland County is an active Ohio drilling market: 143 permits in the last 24 months, with the pace cooling.
- 143
- Permits · 24 mo
- 5,963
- Wells on record
down 33% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Ashland County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Fawn Resources LLC | 25 |
| Deep Resources LLC | 24 |
| Ralph E Shorts Drilling | 17 |
| Harley Drilling & Producing LTD | 13 |
| Hottel Oil & Gas LLC | 13 |
What the record says
Ashland County recorded 143 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 215 in the prior 24 months.
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Ashland County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Ashland County, Ohio?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Fawn Resources LLC, Deep Resources LLC, Ralph E Shorts Drilling. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Ashland County?
Start with the Ashland 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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