Oil and Gas Regulation

McLennan County Has Oil and Gas Activity Under RRC District 5

The Railroad Commission of Texas regulates oil and gas drilling in McLennan County under District 5, headquartered in Henderson.

McLennan County Rules & Licenses

Texas law assigns each county to a Railroad Commission oil and gas district. McLennan County is in RRC District 5. The RRC regulates all drilling, well operations, and pipeline construction for oil and gas. If you suspect an unplugged or leaking well on or near your property, contact the RRC.

The RRC's public GIS Viewer and well records database let you search for active and historical wells by location. If you are buying rural land, checking for old oil or gas wells on the property is a good step. The RRC also tracks saltwater disposal wells and other operations that may affect land and water.

Source to confirm: Railroad Commission — Oil & Gas Counties and Districts

More McLennan County notes

Property Tax

McLennan CAD Handles Your Property Appraisal

McLennan Central Appraisal District sets property values for all 44 taxing entities in the county, but a separate office collects the tax.

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Property Tax Exemption

File for a Homestead Exemption to Lower Your Tax Bill

Texas homeowners who live in their home can file for a homestead exemption that reduces the taxable value of the property.

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Agricultural Appraisal

Ag Valuation Can Cut Taxes on Rural Land

Land used mainly for farming or ranching can be taxed on its agricultural value instead of its market value, which is usually much lower.

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Appraisal Protest

You Can Protest Your Property Appraisal

Property owners in McLennan County can formally challenge their appraised value each year if they believe it is too high.

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