Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. is a publicly traded drilling company that provides onshore contract drilling services to exploration and production companies in the oil and natural gas industry. The company was formed through the merger of Patterson Drilling Company and UTI Energy Corporation in 2001. The headquarters is located in Houston, Texas.
2024 Activity Summary
In 2024, there are 1,614 total well spuds, with MEWBOURNE OIL leading in activity (296 well spuds) and Texas being the most active province (1,217 well spuds), with Reeves County having the highest count (145 well spuds). Chevron had the most well spuds in 2023 with 328 entries. Monthly trends in 2024 showed fluctuations, with January and August having the highest activity.
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Patterson-UTI Wells Drilled 2024
Patterson-UTI Services
Patterson-UTI Energy operates a fleet of land-based drilling rigs and offers a range of drilling services, including:
- Contract Drilling Services: Patterson-UTI provides contract drilling services to oil and gas companies, helping them drill wells onshore in various regions.
- Pressure Pumping Services: In addition to drilling, the company offers pressure pumping services, which involve the injection of fluids into the wellbore to enhance oil and gas recovery.
- Directional Drilling Services: The company provides directional drilling services, which involve drilling wells at angles to access and extract hydrocarbons more effectively.
Patterson-UTI Energy is known for its focus on innovation and technology in the drilling industry. They have invested in modern drilling rigs and technologies to improve efficiency, safety, and performance in the extraction of oil and gas.
Drilling Contact Lists
Patterson Rigs
Texas
Patterson-UTI Energy has historically been active in Texas due to the state’s significant oil and gas reserves. The company provides drilling services, including contract drilling and well service, which are vital for the exploration and production of oil and natural gas.
Patterson 282
Total Wells Drilled: 22Activity Period: January 15, 2023 – October 2, 2024Top Licensees:
- BTA Oil Producers: 17 wells
- Matador Resources: 4 wells
- Ameredev II: 1 well
Top Counties:
- Lea County: 14 wells
- Ward County: 6 wells
- Reeves County: 2 wells
Patterson 903
Total Wells Drilled: 22Activity Period: January 10, 2024 – September 24, 2024Top Licensees:
- Murphy Oil: 22 wells
Top Counties:
- Dimmit County: 15 wells
- Karnes County: 4 wells
- McMullen County: 3 wells
Patterson 284
Total Wells Drilled: 50Activity Period: September 9, 2023 – January 12, 2024Top Licensee:
- Chevron: 50 wells
Top County:
- Culberson County: 50 wells
Patterson 252
Total Wells Drilled: 38Activity Period: January 16, 2023 – September 9, 2024Top Licensees:
- Pioneer Natural Resources: 30 wells
- Exxon: 8 wells
Top Counties:
- Midland County: 14 wells
- Martin County: 13 wells
- Glasscock County: 8 wells
- Reagan County: 3 wells
Patterson 880
Activity Period: January 3, 2023 – September 4, 2024Top Licensees:
- APA Corp: 37 wells
Top Counties:
- Midland County: 19 wells
- Upton County: 12 wells
- Reagan County: 4 wells
- Glasscock County: 1 well
Patterson 874
- Total Wells Drilled: 20
- Activity Period: January 1, 2023 – August 16, 2023
- Top Licensee:
- SM Energy: 20 wells
- Top Counties:
- Martin County: 16 wells
- Howard County: 4 wells
Patterson 258
Total Wells Drilled: 32
Activity Period: January 20, 2024 – September 6, 2024
Top Licensee:
- Chevron: 32 wells
Top County:
- Reeves County: 32 wells
Patterson 278
Total Wells Drilled: 36
Activity Period: January 14, 2023 – September 5, 2024
Top Licensee:
- Chevron: 36 wells
Top County:
- Reeves County: 36 wells
Patterson 816
Total Wells Drilled: 20
Activity Period: January 13, 2023 – September 29, 2024
Top Licensee:
- Mewbourne Oil: 20 wells
Top Counties:
- Reeves County: 13 wells
- Eddy County: 7 wells
Louisiana
Patterson-UTI Energy, being a significant player in the oil and gas drilling sector, has also been active in Louisiana, another state with substantial oil and gas reserves. The company provides drilling services such as contract drilling, directional drilling, and well services, all of which are essential for exploration and production activities in the region.
Patterson 585
Total Wells Drilled: 19
Activity Period: January 29, 2023 – September 6, 2023
Top Licensee:
- Chesapeake Energy: 19 wells
Top Counties:
- De Soto County: 12 wells
- Caddo County: 4 wells
- Red River County: 2 wells
- De Soto (LA): 1 well
New Mexico
Patterson-UTI Energy is also active in New Mexico, particularly in areas such as the Permian Basin, which spans across Texas and New Mexico and is one of the most prolific oil and gas regions in the United States. In New Mexico, Patterson-UTI provides drilling services such as contract drilling, directional drilling, and well services, supporting the exploration and production activities of oil and gas companies operating in the region.
Patterson 566
Total Wells Drilled: 35Activity Period: January 17, 2023 – September 23, 2023Top Licensee:
- BTA Oil Producers: 35 wells
Top Counties:
- Lea County: 18 wells
- Reeves County: 13 wells
- Loving County: 4 wells
Rig Patterson 558
Total Wells Drilled: 33
Activity Period: January 22, 2024 – September 28, 2023
Top Licensee:
- Mewbourne Oil: 33 wells
Top County:
- Eddy County: 33 wells
Patterson 575
Total Wells Drilled: 30
Activity Period: January 12, 2024 – September 7, 2024
Top Licensee:
- Mewbourne Oil: 30 wells
Top Counties:
- Eddy County: 19 wells
- Loving County: 5 wells
- Reeves County: 4 wells
- Lea County: 2 wells
Patterson 260
- Total Wells Drilled: 25
- Activity Period: January 15, 2023 – September 7, 2024
- Top Licensee:
- Mewbourne Oil: 25 wells
- Top Counties:
- Lea County: 15 wells
- Eddy County: 6 wells
- Loving County: 4 wells
Patterson 575
Total Wells Drilled: 30Activity Period: January 12, 2024 – September 7, 2024Top Licensee:
- Mewbourne Oil: 30 wells
Top Counties:
- Eddy County: 19 wells
- Loving County: 5 wells
- Reeves County: 4 wells
- Lea County: 2 wells
Patterson 247
Total Wells Drilled: 53Activity Period: January 14, 2023 – September 18, 2024Top Licensees:
- EOG Resources: 49 wells
- Pillar Oil & Gas: 3 wells
- Modern Exploration: 1 well
Top Counties:
- Gonzales County: 25 wells
- Karnes County: 19 wells
- Wilson County: 5 wells
- Atascosa County: 3 wells
- La Salle County: 1 well
Marcellus
Patterson-UTI Energy’s activity in the Marcellus Shale region primarily revolves around providing drilling services for natural gas exploration and production. The Marcellus Shale formation spans several states, including Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, and New York, with Pennsylvania being one of the most active areas for drilling within the Marcellus.
Patterson 294
Total Wells Drilled: 34
Activity Period: January 16, 2024 – September 4, 2024
Top Licensees:
- EQT: 32 wells
- Tug Hill Operating, LLC: 2 wells
Top Counties:
- Greene County: 12 wells
- Lycoming County: 10 wells
- Marshall County: 9 wells
- Washington County: 2 wells
- Lycoming (PA): 1 well
Oklahoma
Patterson-UTI Energy’s activity in the Anadarko Basin, located primarily in Oklahoma and extending into Texas and Kansas, is significant given the basin’s rich oil and gas resources. The company provides drilling services tailored to the exploration and production needs of oil and gas companies operating in this region.
Patterson 365
- Total Wells Drilled: 16
- Activity Period: January 2, 2024 – September 26, 2023
- Top Licensees:
- Mewbourne Oil: 16 wells
- Top Counties:
- Ellis County: 8 wells
- Dewey County: 4 wells
- Custer County: 2 wells
- Ellis (OK): 1 well
- Ochiltree County: 1 well
