Mineral rights in Clay County, West Virginia
Clay County is an active West Virginia drilling market: 95 permits in the last 24 months, with the pace accelerating.
- 95
- Permits · 24 mo
up 265% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Clay County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Ground Resources, LLC | 86 |
| (N/A) | 5 |
| Greylock Conventional | 4 |
What the record says
Clay County recorded 95 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 26 in the prior 24 months. Activity centers on the Appalachian basin.
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Clay County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Clay County, West Virginia?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Ground Resources, LLC, (N/A), Greylock Conventional. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Clay County?
Start with the Clay 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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