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Burke County Mineral Rights

An active buyer of Burke County, North Dakota mineral rights. Buckhead Energy has been buying mineral and royalty interests since 2006.

Last updated: September 2026

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Live County Data As of 2026-09-07

As of 2026-09-07, Burke County, North Dakota shows 141 recent drilling permits and 560 drilled-but-uncompleted (DUC) wells, with Formentera Operations LLC the most active operator and the Bakken the leading target formation.

2,106
Wells on record
141
Recent drilling permits
560
DUC wells (drilled, uncompleted)
1,171
Wells that have produced
Source: the state oil & gas regulator well-header and permit records · refreshed daily.

This page covers Burke County. For the statewide guide — every county, live drilling data, and how selling works across the state — see North Dakota Mineral Rights.

Own a royalty rather than the minerals themselves? See selling oil & gas royalties in North Dakota — severance tax, property-tax treatment, and whether a dormancy statute applies.

Quick answer — Does Buckhead Energy buy mineral rights in Burke County, North Dakota?

Buckhead Energy buys mineral rights in Burke County, North Dakota — free, no-obligation written offers to owners and heirs, with no broker commissions and buyer-paid closing (typically 30–45 days). As of 2026-09-07, Burke County has 141 recent drilling permits and 1,171 wells that have produced, with Formentera Operations LLC 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 Burke County

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

Formentera Operations LLC (268 wells) profile Oasis Petroleum North America (121 wells) profile Petrohunt (111 wells) profile Bhp Petroleum Company (94 wells) profile McOr Oil & Gas (87 wells) profile Cornerstone Natural Resources (70 wells) profile Silver Hill Energy Partners (51 wells) profile Prosper Energy (47 wells) profile

Oil & Gas Market Data for Burke County, North Dakota

Ground-truth your Burke County, North Dakota minerals against current, dated, sourced market data before you decide to sell:

As of , Burke County, North Dakota shows 141 recent drilling permits , 560 drilled-but-uncompleted (DUC) wells and 1,171 producing wells, with Formentera Operations LLC the most active operator. Source: TX RRC / OK OCC well-header & permit records, aggregated by Buckhead Energy. Refreshed daily.

Ready to act? Sell mineral rights in North Dakota — or sell your mineral rights now for a free written offer from a direct buyer.

Oil & gas fields in Burke County

Burke County, North Dakota includes 7 named oil & gas fields we buy in. Each field page carries well counts, active operators, and how to sell an interest there.

Tioga Field · North Tioga Field · Cottonwood Field · Black Slough Field · Clear Water Field · Flaxton Field · Stoneview Field · all North Dakota fields →

Why Choose Buckhead Energy for Your Burke County Mineral Rights

Burke County Deep Dive

Buckhead Energy purchases mineral rights and royalties in Burke County, North Dakota. The county lies in the Williston Basin.

Specialized knowledge of Madison formation and their mineral potential in Burke County, North Dakota.

Local Market Intelligence

Our Burke County acquisition team monitors drilling permits, production reports, and lease activity when we prepare a fair, competitive offer.

  • Analysis of royalty rate patterns
  • Burke County comps database
  • Rapid direct offers
  • No-obligation assessments

Professional Transaction Support

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

Experience with closing coordination specific to North Dakota mineral transactions.

Why Burke County Mineral Rights Owners Choose Buckhead Energy

Burke County Knowledge

20 years of experience buying Burke County mineral rights. Deep understanding of local geology, operators, and production activity.

Typical Closing Timeline

Closings on Burke County mineral rights typically take 30–45 days, subject to title review and clearance. Buckhead pays all cash at closing — by check for smaller deals and wire for larger ones.

Trusted Local Partner

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

Burke County Mineral Rights Market Overview

Production Activity

Burke County shows renewed activity in natural gas development, making it an attractive area for mineral rights investment.

We track drilling permits, completion reports, and production data to prepare a fair, competitive offer for your Burke County assets.

Active Operators

Independent producers are utilizing multi-well pad development in Burke County.

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

Burke County Mineral Rights Frequently Asked Questions

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

Burke 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. Buckhead makes a fair, competitive offer to purchase mineral and royalty interests directly from owners.

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

Burke County contains various productive geological formations. Our team evaluates formation depth, porosity, permeability, and hydrocarbon potential specific to your property location within the county.

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

We purchase all types of Burke 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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Who operates the most wells in the Williston Basin (Bakken)? See the top operators in the Williston Basin (Bakken) by well count → — a monthly-updated leaderboard compiled from state regulator records.

Key Takeaways

  • Buckhead Energy buys mineral and royalty interests in Burke County, North Dakota.
  • Burke County is part of North Dakota'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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Buckhead Energy buys mineral and royalty interests across all 50 states and has completed acquisitions in 33 states. Buckhead Energy is a direct buyer, not a broker — we purchase mineral and royalty interests with our own capital. Buckhead Energy has been buying mineral and royalty interests since 2006. Buckhead Energy holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (as of August 2025).

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Nearby North Dakota Counties

Own minerals elsewhere in the area? We buy across North Dakota — see activity and values in neighboring counties:

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