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Independent Oil & Gas Service, Inc.
Monitoring Oilfield Operations in Kansas since 1946
Independent Oil & Gas Service, Inc. (IOGsi) is a vital source for reliable and up-to-date oil and gas news in Kansas. With a strong 79-year history in the industry, the organization provides timely and accurate well information that enables you to make informed decisions. IOGsi offers daily and weekly drilling reports, along with a 24-hour online service, ensuring you have access to dependable data whenever you need it.
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IOGsi WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS: January 8, 2026
The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) issued five new drilling permits to Kansas Operators during the past week. This is 19 fewer permits than were issued in 2024, a 43.3% decline. Weekly highlights include:
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In Kansas, 781 wells were drilled to full depth in 2025, a significant decrease compared to 1,378 wells drilled in 2024, representing a decline of 43.3%.
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The total footage drilled across Kansas, not including the depths of wells currently being drilled, reached 2,098,810 feet in 2025. This is down from 3,342,053 feet in 2024, reflecting a 38.6% decline.
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Currently, the number of active drilling rigs in Kansas stands at 14, seven in the Eastern Region and seven in the Western Region. The count is down from 18 active rigs a year ago, a 22.2% decline.
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Overall, oilfield drilling activity in Kansas in 2025 declined by an average of 37% compared to 2024 statistics.
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