As of the latest update, Continental Resources has been actively drilling across various regions, showcasing a robust exploration and development strategy. Below is a breakdown of their drilling activity for the year-to-date.

Total Wells Drilled

Continental Resources has drilled a total of 78 wells so far this year, reinforcing its position as a key player in the oil and gas sector. This represents an increase of 18 wells compared to the same period last year.

Wells Drilled by State

Drilling activity has been concentrated in several key States:

North Dakota (ND): 33 wells (+9 YoY)
Texas (TX): 22 wells (+4 YoY)
Oklahoma (OK): 15 wells (+1 YoY)
Wyoming (WY): 5 wells (+1 YoY)
Montana (MT): 3 wells (+3 YoY)

Wells Drilled by County

Breaking down the numbers further, Continental Resources has focused its operations in the following counties:

Williams County, ND – 21 wells (+21 YoY)
Winkler County, TX – 10 wells (+1 YoY)
Dunn County, ND – 8 wells (-13 YoY)
Stephens County, OK – 6 wells (+3 YoY)
Ector County, TX – 6 wells (+6 YoY)
Converse County, WY – 5 wells (+1 YoY)
Mountrail County, ND – 4 wells (+4 YoY)
Roosevelt County, MT – 3 wells (+3 YoY)
Custer County, MT – 3 wells (+3 YoY)
Pecos County, TX – 3 wells (+3 YoY)
Garvin County, OK – 2 wells (-1 YoY)
Grady County, OK – 2 wells (-3 YoY)
Murray County, OK – 2 wells (+2 YoY)
Ward County, TX – 2 wells (-5 YoY)
Reeves County, TX – 1 well (-1 YoY)

Wells Drilled by Drilling Provider and Contractor & Rig

Continental Resources has partnered with various drilling contractors, employing different rigs across its projects. The top 10 rigs used include:

Patterson 563 – 8 wells (+8 YoY)
H&P 456 – 7 wells (+2 YoY)
Patterson 290 – 6 wells (+6 YoY)
Patterson 264 – 5 wells (+5 YoY)
Patterson 346 – 5 wells (+2 YoY)
Patterson 573 – 4 wells (+2 YoY)
Cyclone 38 – 4 wells (-2 YoY)
Unit 407 – 4 wells (No Change YoY)
Unit 414 – 4 wells (No Change YoY)
Cyclone 44 – 3 wells (+1 YoY)

Conclusion

Continental Resources continues to execute a strong drilling program, with a strategic focus on key oil and gas regions. The company’s reliance on diverse contractors and rigs highlights its commitment to efficiency and production growth. The 18-well increase year-over-year signals an expanded drilling effort, particularly in North Dakota and Texas. As the year progresses, these numbers will likely evolve, shaping the company’s output and industry impact.