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Stark County Mineral Rights

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

Last updated: October 2026

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Live County Data As of 2026-10-04

As of 2026-10-04, Stark County, North Dakota shows 10 recent drilling permits and 343 drilled-but-uncompleted (DUC) wells, with Whiting Petroleum Corp. operating the most wells on record and the Bakken the leading target formation.

929
Wells on record
10
Recent drilling permits
343
DUC wells (drilled, uncompleted)
435
Wells that have produced
Source: Buckhead Energy analysis of public oil and gas data · refreshed daily.

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

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

Buckhead Energy buys mineral rights in Stark 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 2026-10-04, Stark County has 10 recent drilling permits and 435 wells that have produced, and Whiting Petroleum Corp. operates the most wells on record there. 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 with wells in Stark County

See any operator's well footprint in Stark County — wells operated, wells that have produced, and what it means if you own minerals under their wells.

Whiting Petroleum Corp. (195 wells) profile Scout Energy Management (68 wells) profile Conocophillips Company (46 wells) profile Morning Star Oil Company (42 wells) profile Continental Oil Company (24 wells) profile Armstrong Operating (20 wells) profile Duncan Oil (17 wells) profile Transtexas Gas (16 wells) profile

Oil & Gas Market Data for Stark County, North Dakota

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

As of , Stark County, North Dakota has the following records in this dataset: 10 recent drilling permits , 343 drilled-but-uncompleted (DUC) wells and 435 wells with reported production. By wells on record, the largest operator is Whiting Petroleum Corp. (drilling activity is counted by state and county, never per operator). Source: Buckhead Energy analysis of public oil and gas data. Refreshed daily.

Permits count wells with a permit date in the trailing 24 months. DUCs count wells with a spud date and no reported first production. Wells with reported production may no longer be producing. These dataset counts are not a complete census of permits or currently producing wells.

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Buckhead county metrics

Figures for Stark County, North Dakota. Source: Buckhead Energy analysis of public oil and gas data. A figure based on fewer than 3 wells is withheld.

Gross production value by year

Oil valued at the EIA WTI Cushing monthly average price; gas at the EIA Henry Hub monthly average × 1.037 MMBtu per mcf. This is historical gross value at benchmark prices, before price differentials, deductions, and taxes — not an estimate of any owner's income or a valuation.

YearOilGasTotal
2025$79,000,000$14,000,000$93,000,000
2024$110,000,000$11,000,000$120,000,000
2023$130,000,000$14,000,000$140,000,000

Drilling timelines

Drilled, not yet producing: <3 wells spudded in the last three years with no first production reported

Monthly production for Stark County, North Dakota

Oil & gas fields in Stark County

Stark County, North Dakota includes 3 named oil & gas fields we buy in. Each field page carries well counts, active operators, and how to sell an interest there.

Dickinson Field · Bell Field · Zenith Field · all North Dakota fields →

Why Choose Buckhead Energy for Your Stark County Mineral Rights

Stark County Deep Dive

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

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

Local Market Intelligence

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

  • Analysis of operator interest levels
  • Stark 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 Stark County mineral rights transfers.

Experience with transaction timelines specific to North Dakota mineral transactions.

Why Stark County Mineral Rights Owners Choose Buckhead Energy

Stark County Knowledge

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

How Payment Works

Buckhead pays the full purchase price in cash, with no financing contingency. Payment is typically made by check after the deed is recorded. Timing varies with title review and county recording, and we keep you updated along the way.

Trusted Local Partner

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

Stark County Mineral Rights Market Overview

Production Activity

Stark 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 prepare a fair, competitive offer for your Stark County assets.

Active Operators

Independent producers are utilizing advanced completion methods in Stark County.

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

Stark County Mineral Rights Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

We continuously monitor North Dakota regulatory agencies for new drilling permits, completion reports, and production data in Stark County to ensure accurate property valuations.

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

We purchase all types of Stark 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 — Buckhead Energy analysis of public oil and gas data.

Key Takeaways

  • Buckhead Energy buys mineral and royalty interests in Stark County, North Dakota.
  • Stark County, North Dakota has oil and gas wells on record that have produced.
  • 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.

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