Wyoming mineral rights contribute more than $2.2 billion dollars in the form of taxes to the state and local economies of Wyoming. Wyoming is seventh in oil production, second in gas production, and first in helium production in the United States.
Major Oil and Gas Fields in Wyoming
- Bruff Field
- Elk Basin
- Fogary Creek Field
- Garland Field
- Hamilton Dome
- House Creek Field
- Jonah Field
- Lake Ridge Field
- Lost Soldier Field
- Madden Field
- Oregon Basin
- Painter Reservoir East
- Pinedale Field
- PRB Coal Bed
- Salt Creek Field
- Sandard Draw Field
- Spring Creek South Field
- Wamsutter Field
Oil and Gas Companies Active in Wyoming
- Devon Energy Production
- Encana Oil and Gas
- Lance Oil & Gas Company
- Merit Energy Company
- Questar Exploration and Production
- Shell Rocky Mountain Production
- Ultra Resources
- Wexpro Company
- Williams Production RMT
- Yates Petroleum Corporation
Wyoming Mineral Rights Links
Wyoming Oil and Gas Conservation Commission: http://wogcc.state.wy.us/
Additional Reading
- Oil & Gas 101 – General information for mineral rights owners. Start here if you’re a newbie.