Mineral rights in Ottawa County, Ohio
Ottawa County sees steady, selective drilling — 12 permits over the last 24 months, accelerating versus the prior period.
- 12
- Permits · 24 mo
- 425
- Wells on record
up 300% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Ottawa County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Second Oil LTD | 11 |
| Unknown Owner | 1 |
What the record says
Ottawa County recorded 12 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23, against 3 in the prior 24 months.
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Ottawa County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Ottawa County, Ohio?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Second Oil LTD, Unknown Owner. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Ottawa County?
Start with the Ottawa 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.
Buying in Ottawa County?
Mineral Eagle links every permit above to the owners it affects — name by name, with the records to back it up.