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Woodford Shale

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Woodford Shale Top Operators (Undrilled Permits)

Company Last 12 Months
Devon Energy Corp 28
Continental Resources, Inc. 27
Coterra Energy 17
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Woodford Shale Well Completion Trend

Woodford Shale Rig Data: July 29, 2026

Woodford Shale Overview

Located in southeastern Oklahoma, the Woodford shale play is the 2nd oldest gas-producing formation in the U.S., behind its Texas neighbor the Barnett. It is generally viewed as a relatively shallow reservoir, with most wells targeting zones above the 150-foot mark.

Companies with the highest Woodford acreage holdings include Devon Energy, Newfield Exploration and Continental Resources.