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Rio Arriba County Mineral Rights

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Last updated: August 2026

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Live County Data As of 2026-08-16

As of 2026-08-16, Rio Arriba County, New Mexico shows 101 recent drilling permits and 1,105 drilled-but-uncompleted (DUC) wells, with Hilcorp Energy Company the most active operator and the Pictured Clliffs the leading target formation.

12,931
Wells on record
101
Recent drilling permits
1,105
DUC wells (drilled, uncompleted)
10,226
Wells that have produced
Source: the state oil & gas regulator well-header and permit records · refreshed monthly.

This page covers Rio Arriba County. For the statewide guide — every county, live drilling data, and how selling works across the state — see New Mexico Mineral Rights.

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Quick answer — Does Buckhead Energy buy mineral rights in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico?

Buckhead Energy buys mineral rights in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico — free, no-obligation written offers to owners and heirs, with no broker commissions and buyer-paid closing (typically 30–45 days). As of 2026-08-16, Rio Arriba County has 101 recent drilling permits and 10,226 wells that have produced, with Hilcorp Energy Company the most active operator. Whether to sell, lease, or hold depends on your specific tract, decimal interest, and current production — a written offer shows what your interest is worth today.

Operators active in Rio Arriba County

See any operator's drilling footprint in Rio Arriba County — wells, recent permits, and what it means if you own minerals under their wells.

Hilcorp Energy Company (4,776 wells) profile Logos Operating (992 wells) profile Burlington Resources Oil & Gas Company (533 wells) profile Enduring Resources (524 wells) profile Morning Star Oil Company (491 wells) profile Conocophillips Company (438 wells) profile Ctoc Energy LLC (227 wells) profile Energen Resources (165 wells) profile

Oil & Gas Market Data for Rio Arriba County, New Mexico

Ground-truth your Rio Arriba County, New Mexico minerals against current, dated, sourced market data before you decide to sell:

As of , Rio Arriba County, New Mexico shows 101 recent drilling permits , 1,105 drilled-but-uncompleted (DUC) wells and 10,226 producing wells, with Hilcorp Energy Company the most active operator. Source: TX RRC / OK OCC well-header & permit records, aggregated by Buckhead Energy. Refreshed monthly.

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Oil & gas fields in Rio Arriba County

Rio Arriba County, New Mexico includes 1 named oil & gas field we buy in. Each field page carries well counts, active operators, and how to sell an interest there.

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Why Choose Buckhead Energy for Your Rio Arriba County Mineral Rights

Rio Arriba County Deep Dive

Buckhead Energy acquires mineral rights and royalties in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. Located in the San Juan Basin, we provide comprehensive valuations.

Specialized knowledge of productive formation layers and their mineral potential in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico.

Local Market Intelligence

Our Rio Arriba County acquisition team monitors drilling permits, production reports, and lease activity to provide competitive offers.

  • Analysis of recent drilling activity
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  • Rapid direct offers
  • No-obligation assessments

Professional Transaction Support

We work with qualified professionals to ensure smooth transactions and proper documentation for Rio Arriba County mineral rights transfers.

Experience with transaction timelines specific to New Mexico mineral transactions.

Why Rio Arriba County Mineral Rights Owners Choose Buckhead Energy

Rio Arriba County Knowledge

19 years of experience buying Rio Arriba County mineral rights. Deep understanding of local geology, operators, and production activity.

Fast Rio Arriba County Process

Average fast turnaround for Rio Arriba County mineral rights offers. We can close in as little as direct with all cash transactions.

Trusted Local Partner

Transparent, professional process with no hidden fees. We coordinate with qualified professionals to handle all Rio Arriba County documentation and ensure smooth transactions.

Rio Arriba County Mineral Rights Market Overview

Production Activity

Rio Arriba County shows active development in oil production, making it an attractive area for mineral rights investment.

We track drilling permits, completion reports, and production data to provide competitive offers for your Rio Arriba County assets.

Active Operators

Specialty drilling companies are utilizing advanced completion methods in Rio Arriba County.

Our relationships with local operators help us understand development plans and provide well-informed offers for your mineral rights.

Rio Arriba County Mineral Rights Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Buckhead Energy for a free Rio Arriba County mineral rights offer. We'll analyze your property, review local production data, provide a competitive offer promptly, and coordinate all documentation specific to Rio Arriba County. See our complete guide to selling mineral rights for detailed steps.

Rio Arriba County mineral rights values depend on location within the county, production history, geology, and current drilling activity. Learn more about what makes a fair price for mineral rights. We provide free competitive offers based on local market data.

We provide Rio Arriba County mineral rights offers promptly. Our streamlined process includes title verification, professional documentation, and all-cash closings for Rio Arriba County properties.

We continuously monitor New Mexico regulatory agencies for new drilling permits, completion reports, and production data in Rio Arriba County to ensure accurate property valuations.

While not required, we coordinate with qualified professionals who handle all Rio Arriba County documentation, title verification, and closing procedures to ensure a smooth transaction and clear title transfer.

We purchase all types of Rio Arriba County mineral interests including mineral rights, royalty interests, overriding royalty interests (ORRI), working interests, and net profits interests. Learn about the difference between keeping royalties vs. taking a lump sum.
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Key Takeaways

  • Buckhead Energy buys mineral and royalty interests in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico.
  • Rio Arriba County is part of New Mexico's active oil and gas producing geography.
  • Mineral interests can include producing minerals, non-producing minerals, royalty interests, and overriding royalty interests.
  • Sellers pay no broker commissions, listing fees, or auction premiums.

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