# General Mineral Rights Discussion **URL:** https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/c/general-mineral-rights-discussion/5.md?page=14 [Latest](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 15 --- ## [Non Producing Leased Mineral Rights: When do they have the most Value?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/non-producing-leased-mineral-rights-when-do-they-have-the-most-value/79872)
**Author:** [@HunnyBee](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/HunnyBee)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2025, 10:41am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/non-producing-leased-mineral-rights-when-do-they-have-the-most-value/79872 "2025-02-27T10:41:05Z")
Hey y’all, I have been approached by several mineral buyers for my mineral interest in Dawson County, Texas. The offers range in value and looking over the well results for Dawson (some great, some okay and some awful) … --- ## [Buzz Van Meter](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/buzz-van-meter/80098)
**Author:** [@wade\_caldwell](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/wade_caldwell)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2025, 11:04pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/buzz-van-meter/80098 "2025-02-25T23:04:59Z")
Buzz Van Meter, who was an early and long-term hero on this site, has passed away. A link to his obituary is below. A gas industry executive and regulator, Buzz was a friend, client, and mentor. He shared his expertise f… --- ## [Multi Unit Horizontal allocations](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/multi-unit-horizontal-allocations/80061)
**Author:** [@Bob77](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Bob77)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2025, 12:41pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/multi-unit-horizontal-allocations/80061 "2025-02-25T12:41:50Z")
There are quite a few people on here that I respect even though I don’t know them. I recently received paper on 2 wells where my allocation values dipped below 50%. 25% to be exact. I now wish I would have sold the inter… --- ## [Just finished my NARO newsletter](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/just-finished-my-naro-newsletter/80036)
**Author:** [@SuzK](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/SuzK)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2025, 1:23am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/just-finished-my-naro-newsletter/80036 "2025-02-25T01:23:05Z")
Just finished reading my first NARO newsletter. Very informative for someone who doesn’t know much about the industry. I appreciate being led to join the organization. Thanks to Ms. Barnes and others! --- ## [Recieved a lease contract and dont know what anything means](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/recieved-a-lease-contract-and-dont-know-what-anything-means/80024)
**Author:** [@jmmyrbrtsn97](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/jmmyrbrtsn97)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2025, 1:54pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/recieved-a-lease-contract-and-dont-know-what-anything-means/80024 "2025-02-22T13:54:03Z")
Hey all, I was recently informed that my 3 sisters and mother have inherited my father’s (deceased) great-grandparents’ mineral rights in Carlsbad, New Mexico. It is for Section 1, Township 22 South, Range 26 East and ap… --- ## [Giving up Surface Rights](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/giving-up-surface-rights/79621)
**Author:** [@Rubysjewel](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Rubysjewel)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2025, 11:54pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/giving-up-surface-rights/79621 "2025-02-21T23:54:28Z")
Can anyone tell me what is a general rule of thumb for a mineral rights owner waiving surface rights in Texas? I have been offered a fairly small sum of money for waiving surface rights for 50 years. I am not going to be… --- ## [Surface Dilemma](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/surface-dilemma/79765)
**Author:** [@6th\_Generation\_Texan](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/6th_Generation_Texan)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2025, 1:50pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/surface-dilemma/79765 "2025-02-21T13:50:42Z")
I own 100% of the surface of a 110-acre tract of land and 100% of the minerals in Texas. I want to sell the surface only and reserve all of the minerals, including the surface rights for future oil and gas exploration. T… --- ## [Hennessey Oil & Gas](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/hennessey-oil-gas/78909)
**Author:** [@Tuckerrs](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Tuckerrs)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2025, 10:32pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/hennessey-oil-gas/78909 "2025-02-20T22:32:47Z")
Does anyone know the status of Hennessey Oil & Gas of Hennessey, OK? --- ## [5 Siblings inherited Mom's portion of mineral rights - but "where" and just "what" do we own?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/5-siblings-inherited-moms-portion-of-mineral-rights-but-where-and-just-what-do-we-own/79985)
**Author:** [@Mbatarga](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Mbatarga)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2025, 7:49pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/5-siblings-inherited-moms-portion-of-mineral-rights-but-where-and-just-what-do-we-own/79985 "2025-02-20T19:49:39Z")
Just like the title states - myself and my 4 sisters inherited Mom’s portion of mineral rights - but “where” and just “what” do we own? We’ve all gotten letters of interest from a firm wanting to purchase but we don’t ex… --- ## [Determining well allocation](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/determining-well-allocation/79878)
**Author:** [@min4me](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/min4me)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2025, 6:14pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/determining-well-allocation/79878 "2025-02-20T18:14:31Z")
On horizontal wells that are allocation wells, I know that I can go to the RRC site and find the as-drilled plat and pull the lengths of the well segments to calculate the well allocation. On vertical wells, how do I ob… --- ## [Oil Production Report Data for Nevada](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/oil-production-report-data-for-nevada/79964)
**Author:** [@paulhoran](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/paulhoran)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2025, 2:27am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/oil-production-report-data-for-nevada/79964 "2025-02-20T02:27:50Z")
I am auditing royalties for wells in Nye, Nevada, and cannot find any production data online like I can for other states like Wyoming. Does the state require reporting and offer online data, or must I contact the county … --- ## [RI, NPRI, ORRI confusion](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/ri-npri-orri-confusion/79871)
**Author:** [@min4me](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/min4me)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2025, 10:08pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/ri-npri-orri-confusion/79871 "2025-02-18T22:08:05Z")
Company A is paying me royalties on 3 wells. All 3 wells are defined as NPRI on the DOs. All 3 wells are substituting the reserve interest from the lease (20%) for the 1/8 stipulated on my deed. The company provided me t… --- ## [Ownership of Deep Well Royalties](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/ownership-of-deep-well-royalties/79970)
**Author:** [@Schramm](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Schramm)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2025, 6:07pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/ownership-of-deep-well-royalties/79970 "2025-02-18T18:07:01Z")
We inherited oil and gas production royalties for various wells in Leon County, Texas. All of the wells are approximately 5,800 ft depth. What will happen to our royalties if wells are drilled below our existing wells? D… --- ## [Force pooling documents](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/force-pooling-documents/79957)
**Author:** [@Jeff\_Scruggs](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Jeff_Scruggs)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2025, 2:10pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/force-pooling-documents/79957 "2025-02-18T14:10:58Z")
I inherited mineral rights and receive royalties for a number of locations. How do I know if any of these were force pooled and if so what does the paperwork look like if different from a lease or division order? I have … --- ## [Considering selling](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/considering-selling/79960)
**Author:** [@ortiz91822](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/ortiz91822)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2025, 2:00pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/considering-selling/79960 "2025-02-18T14:00:18Z")
I just recently found out I inherited almost 4 acres in Caddo County, Oklahoma. I initially received a sale offer and then a lease offer from a different oil company. Antelope wants to purchase for $1,000/acre and Rosebu… --- ## [Current Activity in Doddridge County W VA](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/current-activity-in-doddridge-county-w-va/79913)
**Author:** [@Robin](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Robin)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2025, 2:59am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/current-activity-in-doddridge-county-w-va/79913 "2025-02-18T02:59:52Z")
Has there been any new drilling or permitting activity since 2022 in Doddridge County, West Virginia? Just curious. I’m a current mineral rights owner. --- ## [Proposed Tariffs](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/proposed-tariffs/79667)
**Author:** [@Lee\_Cooper](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Lee_Cooper)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2025, 6:25am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/proposed-tariffs/79667 "2025-02-17T06:25:39Z")
This is a very knowledgeable and experienced group of individuals. I would like to hear your opinions on WTI and natural gas pricing as a result of the recently proposed tariffs. I sincerely don’t intend this post to tur… --- ## [Minerals Right Sale](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/minerals-right-sale/79349)
**Author:** [@leogib](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/leogib)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2025, 7:08pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/minerals-right-sale/79349 "2025-02-16T19:08:53Z")
I have mineral rights on 5.5 acres in Caddo Parish part of the Haynesville Shale. Signed original lease in 2010 and have probably received approximately 8k since signing with 1/5 royalties. The section I’m in has one gas… --- ## [Newbie looking to become informed](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/newbie-looking-to-become-informed/79870)
**Author:** [@SuzK](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/SuzK)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2025, 2:59am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/newbie-looking-to-become-informed/79870 "2025-02-14T02:59:36Z")
Hello! New owner of mineral rights here. My question is whether there’s a recommended book or online class to take to get started learning the ropes. Thanks in advance for recommendations! --- ## [Borden and Garza Texas 2025](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/borden-and-garza-texas-2025/79863)
**Author:** [@GT2](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/GT2)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2025, 2:25am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/borden-and-garza-texas-2025/79863 "2025-02-14T02:25:05Z")
What is the outlook for North Borden and Southern Garza County for 2025? We have our land for sale and all of a sudden it’s being shown multiple times whereas it has been very slow. Was wondering if the oil and gas for t… --- ## [Will I be required to submit my SS # with every new company's division order?](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/will-i-be-required-to-submit-my-ss-with-every-new-companys-division-order/79882)
**Author:** [@DEC78](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/DEC78)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2025, 2:16am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/will-i-be-required-to-submit-my-ss-with-every-new-companys-division-order/79882 "2025-02-14T02:16:35Z")
After finalizing a transfer of ownership of mineral rights from my deceased parents, I have received a division order letter telling me to submit my SS # (again) to a 2 month old company. I have not received any notifica… --- ## [How to track Leasing activity](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/how-to-track-leasing-activity/79789)
**Author:** [@Baylor](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Baylor)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2025, 1:41am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/how-to-track-leasing-activity/79789 "2025-02-13T01:41:18Z")
Is there a way to track or monitor new leasing activity in a particular county? Thank you. --- ## [Production and value of mineral rights](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/production-and-value-of-mineral-rights/79384)
**Author:** [@Marcia\_Hoplin](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Marcia_Hoplin)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2025, 10:21pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/production-and-value-of-mineral-rights/79384 "2025-02-12T22:21:57Z")
I inherited 3 mineral acres in Mountrail County, North Dakota. Township 158, Range 94 West, Section 14: West half of west half. I also inherited acres in McKenzie County, North Dakota too. East 1/2 of Section 24, Townshi… --- ## [Missing December Exxon/XTO royalty](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/missing-december-exxon-xto-royalty/78934)
**Author:** [@Jhab](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Jhab)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2025, 9:38pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/missing-december-exxon-xto-royalty/78934 "2025-02-12T21:38:25Z")
Does anybody have any insight as to why Exxon/XTO has not paid December royalties (Oct production)? It seems that even if no payment was due they would send a detailed statement to EnergyLink. Specifically for |53381|S… --- ## [Mineral Rights Owners](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/mineral-rights-owners/79784)
**Author:** [@slh350](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/slh350)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2025, 7:39pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/mineral-rights-owners/79784 "2025-02-11T19:39:33Z")
Hello, I have a small fractional interest in mineral rights in Tyler County, West Virginia, passed down from a family member in the 1800s. Could you provide insight into the value of holding onto this interest versus sel… --- ## [Oil Reserves - McKenzie County](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/oil-reserves-mckenzie-county/79737)
**Author:** [@TheStockster](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/TheStockster)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2025, 3:45pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/oil-reserves-mckenzie-county/79737 "2025-02-10T15:45:04Z")
Hi All, I recently saw a post on the forum with a reply (M. Barnes) indicating reserves left in currently producing wells. Is there a particular source for getting an estimate of the reserves remaining? I want to resear… --- ## [Date to use for tax purposes](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/date-to-use-for-tax-purposes/79788)
**Author:** [@tomr](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/tomr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2025, 11:38pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/date-to-use-for-tax-purposes/79788 "2025-02-08T23:38:41Z")
I have sold minerals in Oklahoma and would like to know the date to use for tax purposes to determine FMV. Do I use deed effective date? Date deed was signed by me? Date check was issued to me? Thank you Tom --- ## [Diamondback Energy - Division Order contacts](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/diamondback-energy-division-order-contacts/79718)
**Author:** [@Alejandro\_Padua](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/Alejandro_Padua)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2025, 2:41am UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/diamondback-energy-division-order-contacts/79718 "2025-02-07T02:41:23Z")
Hi all—I am having trouble getting direct contact information from anyone in the Owner Relations or more on point—division order department at Diamondback Energy (on a property inherited from Endeavor in Midland County). … --- ## [Lease holder vs well bore operator](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/lease-holder-vs-well-bore-operator/79493)
**Author:** [@John\_Allen](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/John_Allen)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2025, 5:28pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/lease-holder-vs-well-bore-operator/79493 "2025-02-05T17:28:22Z")
My wife and I own mineral interests in a lease in Glasscock County, Texas. The lease I’m discussing is held by Occidental Petroleum (OXY). There are 5 well bores in the lease; one is capped; they have been paying on the … --- ## [Location Exceptions](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/location-exceptions/79695)
**Author:** [@jennifermason](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/u/jennifermason)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2025, 5:27pm UTC](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/t/location-exceptions/79695 "2025-02-05T17:27:38Z")
If a LOCATION EXCEPTION is filed and the order approved, does that automatically change the unit area? The initial unit size was 640. Location Exception filed now showing 660. (Bottom hole is in the 640 unit - take away … [Previous page](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/c/general-mineral-rights-discussion/5.md?page=13) [Next page](https://www.mineralrightsforum.com/c/general-mineral-rights-discussion/5.md?page=15)