Research Queries
The links in the boxes allow users to research oil & gas production, drilling permits, well records, gas utility and pipeline information, surface coal/lignite mining permit information and other related queries.
Note: The online research queries are intended for use by individuals needing specific information from the Railroad Commission of Texas. The use of automated tools to retrieve volumes of data can cause severe degradation of Railroad Commission of Texas systems. If the query system detects that data is being retrieved using an automated tool, the Railroad Commission of Texas will end the session for that user.
Requirements for Accessing Online Research Queries
The Railroad Commission of Texas recommends accessing the online research queries using a broadband Internet connection (Cable Modem, DSL, Fiber, Wireless, Satellite are common examples). Slow connections may work, but performance may not be desirable.
Adobe Acrobat Reader 9.5 or higher should be used AND one of the following browsers:
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 or higher
- Mozilla Firefox 10 or higher
- Google Chrome 20 or higher
- Apple Safari 5 or higher
Individuals who wish to conduct research of the historical material located in Central Records may do so Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8am and 5pm. In-person filings cannot be accepted at Central Records at this time. Also, please note that there are a limited number of machines available to view records located on microfilm and microfiche. Please plan your visit to Central Records accordingly.
Oil & Gas
| Type of Query | Learn more | Link | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownfields & Voluntary Cleanup & Operator Cleanup Program Imaged Records | Learn more | Launch application | Annually |
| Completions Query | Launch application | Nightly | |
| Drilling Permit (W-1) Query | Launch application | Nightly | |
| Electronic Document Management System | Learn more | Launch application | Nightly |
| Field Rules Query | Launch application | Nightly | |
| Flare/Vent Exceptions (Statewide Rule 32) Query | Learn more | Launch application | Nightly |
| H-9 Certificate of Compliance Statewide Rule 36 | Launch application | Nightly | |
| H-10 Annual Disposal/Injection Well Monitoring Report Query | Launch application | Nightly | |
| Inactive Well Query | Launch application | Nightly | |
| Inactive Well Aging Report Query | Learn more | Launch application | Monthly |
| Injection-Storage Permit Query | Learn more | Launch application | Nightly |
| RRC Online Inspection Lookup (RRC OIL) | Learn more | Launch application | Nightly |
| Maps - Public GIS Viewer | Learn more | Launch application | Nightly |
| New Lease IDs Built Query | Learn more | Launch application | Nightly |
| Oil & Gas Imaged Records Menu | Learn more | Query Menu | 3-6 Months |
| Organization (P-5) Query | Learn more | Launch application | Nightly |
| Orphan Well Query | Launch application | Monthly | |
| P-4 Gatherer/Purchaser Query | Learn more | Launch application | Nightly |
| P-5 Renewal Status Query | Launch application | Nightly | |
| Production Data Query (limited area) | Learn more | Launch application | Monthly |
| Production Data Query System (PDQ) (Statewide) | Launch application | Monthly | |
| Production Reports Query (Form PR) | Launch application | Nightly | |
| Proration Query (Gas) | Learn more | Launch application | Monthly |
| Proration Query (Oil) | Learn more | Launch application | Monthly |
| Severance Query | Learn more | Launch application | Nightly |
| RRC Drilling Insight and Casing Estimator - Bureau of Economic Geology | Learn more | Launch application | Nightly |
| Well Status Report Query (W-10, G-10) | Launch application | Nightly | |
| Wellbore Query | Learn more | Launch application | Nightly |
Natural Gas Services
| Type of Query | Learn more | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Gas Utility Annual Reports | Learn more | Launch application |
| Gas Utility Dockets | Learn more | Launch application |
| Natural Gas Tariff Query System | No Longer Available |
Pipeline Safety
| Type of Query | Learn more | Link |
|---|---|---|
| T-4 Pipeline Permits | Learn more | Launch application |
| Map - Public GIS Viewer | Learn more | Launch application |
| Texas Pipeline Damage Query | Learn more | Launch application |
Surface Mining & Reclamation
| Type of Query | Learn more | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Coal/Lignite Mining Permits | Learn more | Enter Site |
Alternative Fuels
| Type of Query | Learn more | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Registration and Certification Search | Go to Search Page |
Important Disclaimer
A “data set” is any set of information electronically generated or stored by Railroad Commission of Texas (Commission) systems, including, but not limited to, the Commission’s Geographic Information System, Online Research Query System, or Mainframe System.
The data sets provided by the Online Research Query System are continually being updated and are provided as a public service for informational purposes only. They are NOT intended to be used as an authoritative public record and have no legal force or effect. Users are responsible for checking the accuracy, completeness, currency, and/or suitability of these data sets themselves.
The Commission specifically disclaims any and all warranties, representations, or endorsements, express or implied, with regard to these data sets, including, but not limited to, the warranties of merchant-ability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of privately owned rights.