Mineral rights in Fairfield County, Ohio
Fairfield County is an active Ohio drilling market: 72 permits in the last 24 months, with the pace accelerating.
- 72
- Permits · 24 mo
- 3,010
- Wells on record
up 41% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Fairfield County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Schmelzer Plugging LLC | 13 |
| Ows Acquisition CO LLC | 9 |
| Hocking Hills Energy And Well Service LLC | 7 |
| Eco Power Crypto LLC | 5 |
| Northwood Energy CORP | 4 |
What the record says
Fairfield County recorded 72 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 51 in the prior 24 months.
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Fairfield County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Fairfield County, Ohio?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Schmelzer Plugging LLC, Ows Acquisition CO LLC, Hocking Hills Energy And Well Service LLC. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Fairfield County?
Start with the Fairfield 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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