Mineral rights in Seneca County, Ohio
Seneca County is a quieter corner of Ohio's mineral market, with 8 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 8
- Permits · 24 mo
- 1,584
- Wells on record
down 56% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Seneca County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Frantz Enterprises LTD. | 5 |
| Second Oil LTD | 3 |
What the record says
Seneca County recorded 8 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23, against 18 in the prior 24 months.
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Seneca County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Seneca County, Ohio?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Frantz Enterprises LTD., Second Oil LTD. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Seneca County?
Start with the Seneca 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 Seneca County?
Mineral Eagle links every permit above to the owners it affects — name by name, with the records to back it up.