MLK Day

RRC Offices are closed Monday, January 20th, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Staff will be on hand to respond to oil and gas and pipeline emergencies. Call toll-free at 844-773-0305.


Due to anticipated dangerous road conditions caused by winter weather in Central Texas, the RRC's WBT and Promentory Point buildings, as well as the Houston and San Antonio Offices, will be closed on Tuesday, January 21. Employees are working from home.

Surface Mining and Reclamation Permit Information

To explore for coal or uranium or to mine for coal, a person must first obtain a permit from the Surface Mining and Reclamation Division.  The following application forms are required to begin the exploration or mining process.

Coal Exploration

Coal Mining

Uranium Exploration



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