# Adams County, Mississippi Mineral Rights Guide

**TL;DR:** Adams County hosts the historically significant Cranfield Field, Mississippi's first commercial CO2 flood and a major carbon sequestration test site. Operated by Durango Operating, the field is transitioning from enhanced oil recovery (EOR) to sequestration-focused operations. Mineral interests in the county are typically multi-generational, inherited from leases signed in the 1940s-1960s, and produce predictable long-tail royalty income.

## Key Takeaways

- **Cranfield Field Unit (Durango Operating)** is Adams County's top mature/EOR position, producing ~398 barrels in January 2026 and serving as both Mississippi's first commercial CO2 flood (initiated by Denbury in 2008) and the SECARB CO2 sequestration test site.
- Mineral interests in Adams County are typically **multi-generational inherited assets** with original lease bonuses paid 60-80+ years ago, delivering small but predictable monthly royalty checks over decades.
- The county's **mature-field operating environment** produces long-tail royalty income rather than high-volume production, making it attractive for owners seeking stable, passive income.
- **Out-of-state mineral owners are common** in Adams County due to the multi-generational inheritance pattern and can complete sales entirely remotely without traveling to Mississippi.
- The Cranfield Field is **transitioning toward sequestration-only operations** rather than continued enhanced oil recovery, reflecting broader trends in Jackson Dome CO2 utilization.
- Buckhead Energy provides **free written valuations** for Adams County mineral rights and royalty interests, with offers grounded in current Jackson Dome CO2 supply and operator-strategy scenarios.

## Page Highlights

**Mature-Field Position:** Adams County's primary asset is the Cranfield Field Unit operated by Durango Operating, which holds historical significance as Mississippi's first commercial CO2 flood and continues to serve as a carbon sequestration test site. The field is shifting away from EOR toward sequestration-focused operations.

**Mineral Interest Profile:** Mineral ownership in Adams County follows a multi-generational inheritance pattern, with most interests originating from leases signed 60-80 years ago. This creates a characteristic ownership landscape of out-of-state heirs receiving small, predictable royalty payments over extended timeframes.

**Selling Process:** Out-of-state owners can complete transactions entirely remotely through a streamlined process: free written offer by email, deed execution before a notary in the owner's home state, recording with the Adams County clerk, and wire transfer of proceeds on the recording date.

## Related Topics

- [Mississippi CO2 Floods Overview](https://www.buckheadenergy.com/mississippi-co2-floods-overview)
- [Mississippi Mineral Rights Hub](https://www.buckheadenergy.com/mississippi-mineral-rights)
- [How to Sell Mineral Rights](https://www.buckheadenergy.com/how-to-sell-mineral-rights)
- [What Are My Minerals Worth?](https://www.buckheadenergy.com/what-are-my-minerals-worth)
- [Should I Sell Mineral Rights?](https://www.buckheadenergy.com/should-i-sell)
- [Beginner's Guide to Mineral Rights](https://www.buckheadenergy.com/beginners-guide)
- [Getting a Fair Price for Mineral Rights](https://www.buckheadenergy.com/getting-a-fair-price)

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