Mineral rights in Pleasants County, West Virginia
Pleasants County sees steady, selective drilling — 16 permits over the last 24 months, cooling versus the prior period.
- 16
- Permits · 24 mo
down 54% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Pleasants County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Jay-Bee O&G | 15 |
| (N/A) | 1 |
What the record says
Pleasants County recorded 16 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 35 in the prior 24 months. 44% of recent permits are horizontal wells. Activity centers on the Appalachian basin.
Thinking about value? Start with what drives mineral prices or run the numbers in the value calculator.
Pleasants County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Pleasants County, West Virginia?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Jay-Bee O&G, (N/A). The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Pleasants County?
Start with the Pleasants 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.
More West Virginia counties
Buying in Pleasants County?
Mineral Eagle links every permit above to the owners it affects — name by name, with the records to back it up.