The Haynesville Shale’s strategic location near Gulf Coast LNG facilities and its high-quality gas make it a prime candidate for continued development. However, operators remain vigilant, balancing expansion plans with market realities. As global demand for natural gas grows, the Haynesville is poised to play a significant role in meeting energy needs.
The first quarter of 2025 saw a slight dip in drilling activity across the Haynesville region compared to the same period in 2024.
Natural gas production from seven key onshore Lower 48 regions will ease lower from August to September but remain above 98 Bcf/d, according to the latest modeling from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA).
On the border of Texas and Louisiana, The Haynesville Basin covers 23 counties. It averages 200 to 300 feet thick and covers an area of around 9,000 square miles.
Haynesville 65 rigs running in the region, down by 31 rigs from the peak.
