Eight permits issued for drillers in Utica/Point Pleasant shale
Monday, September 2, 2019
During the week ended Aug. 24, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources issued eight permits for horizontal well drilling in the Utica/Point Pleasant shale play, according to The Youngstown Business Journal.
Ascent Resources received the most permits with four in Jefferson County. EAP Ohio ::C received three permits for wells in Harrison County. XTO Energy LLC received on permit to drill in Belmont County.
At this time, the ODNR reported 16 rigs in operation across the state.
Learn more: The Youngstown Business Journal > Eight Permits Issued for Utica/Point Pleasant Shale
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