Mineral rights in Taylor County, West Virginia
Taylor County sees steady, selective drilling — 19 permits over the last 24 months, accelerating versus the prior period.
- 19
- Permits · 24 mo
up 46% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Taylor County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Arsenal Resources | 11 |
| Icg Tygart Valley, LLC | 7 |
| K Petroleum INC | 1 |
What the record says
Taylor County recorded 19 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 13 in the prior 24 months. Development here is overwhelmingly horizontal (58% of recent permits, averaging 3,207-foot laterals) — modern pad development that drains whole sections at a time. Activity centers on the Appalachian basin.
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Taylor County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Taylor County, West Virginia?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Arsenal Resources, Icg Tygart Valley, LLC, K Petroleum INC. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Taylor County?
Start with the Taylor 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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Buying in Taylor County?
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