# Mojave Basin Formation in California: Operators, Permits & Activity 2026
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> Mojave Basin oil and gas activity in California: 260 wells across 154 operators, 0 recent permits. Top operators, top counties, recent permits and DUC inventory targeting the Mojave Basin formation. Refreshed monthly.

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**Generated:** 2026-08-16 (heuristic; server-side extraction)

## Answer
Quick answer: The Mojave Basin formation in California has 260 wells on record across 154 active operators, with 0 drilling permits filed in the last 24 months (as of 2026-08-16). Its most active operators by well count are Optima Conservation Resources Exploration, Stone Cabin Resources, Padre Oil Company, Polaris Production and Chevron. Compiled from California Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM) well-header records, refreshed monthly.

## Dataset
**Name:** Mojave Basin Formation – California Oil & Gas Activity

Mojave Basin formation operator and drilling activity in California: 260 wells, 154 active operators, 0 permits in the last 24 months. Top operators, top counties, recent permits, and DUC inventory.

**Variables measured:**
- Total Wells: 260
- Active Operators: 154
- Recent Permits (24 Months): 0

## Page Outline
- Mojave Basin Formation in California
  - Top Operators in the Mojave Basin (California)
  - Primary California Counties for the Mojave Basin
  - About the Mojave Basin Formation in California
  - Frequently Asked Questions
  - Own Mojave Basin Mineral Rights in California?
  - Related Operator Intelligence

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