Mineral rights in Boone County, West Virginia
Boone County sees steady, selective drilling — 10 permits over the last 24 months, holding steady versus the prior period.
- 10
- Permits · 24 mo
steady vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Boone County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Diversified Energy | 7 |
| Greylock Conventional | 1 |
| (N/A) | 1 |
| Panther Creek Mining, LLC | 1 |
What the record says
Boone County recorded 10 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 10 in the prior 24 months. 10% of recent permits are horizontal wells. Activity centers on the Appalachian basin.
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Boone County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Boone County, West Virginia?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Diversified Energy, Greylock Conventional, (N/A). The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Boone County?
Start with the Boone 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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