Holiday Office Closure

In observance of the Christmas holidays, Railroad Commission of Texas offices will be closed December 23-27. The offices will re-open at 8 a.m. on Monday, December 30 for regular business. Expedited Drilling Permits will be processed within standard processing times. If assistance is needed, please email Drillingpermits-info@rrc.texas.gov.
RRC maintains a 24-hour emergency phone line to report any leaks or spills. That number is 844-773-0305

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Texas Coal Mining Reclamation Awards

The Texas Coal Mining Reclamation Award is given every year to an exceptional mine operator for outstanding reclamation and community support. 

Awards are graded on 

  • Compliance
  • Contemporaneous
  • Post-Mining Land Use
  • innovative Practices

The RRC takes yearly applications for the Reclamation Award. Contact mining@rrc.texas.gov for more information. 



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