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Oil & Gas / Mineral Rights

Oil and Gas Production Has a Long History in Carson County

Carson County has produced oil and gas since 1921, and buyers of land here should check whether mineral rights are included in any sale.

Carson County Rules & Licenses

Oil production in Carson County started in late 1921. Over the following decades, the county produced more than 178 million barrels. Production has slowed since its peak, but active wells still operate. The Railroad Commission of Texas, District 10 (Pampa office), regulates oil and gas activity here.

When buying land in Texas, mineral rights are often sold separately from surface rights. That means a previous owner may have already sold the oil and gas rights under the property. You would own the surface but not what is below. Before you buy, ask your title company or attorney to search for any severed mineral interests. Use the Railroad Commission's public GIS viewer to see permitted wells near any property.

Source to confirm: TSHA Handbook – Carson County

More Carson County notes

Property Tax

Carson County Has Two Separate Tax Offices

Carson County splits property tax work between two offices: one sets your value, the other sends your bill.

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Homestead Exemption

Texas Homestead Exemption Cuts Your School Tax Bill

If your Carson County home is your main residence, you can apply for an exemption that lowers your school property taxes.

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Water Supply

Carson County Water Comes from the Ogallala Aquifer

Most water in Carson County comes from the Ogallala Aquifer underground, and a state-created district manages its use.

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Weather Hazards

Wildfire and Severe Wind Are Real Hazards in Carson County

The flat, dry Texas Panhandle sees fast-moving wildfires and severe wind and hail storms that homeowners and buyers should plan for.

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