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 903 – Dimmit County, TX ranks #16 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Sep 2022).
Google Earth – Rig Patterson 284 – Culberson County, TX ranks #10 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Jun 2022).
Patterson 252 – Pioneer Resources – Martin County Martin County, TX ranks #3 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Jun 2022).
Patterson 880 – APA – Midland County, TX ranks #1 in the state of Texas for BOE produced in the most recent month (Jun 2022).
Rig Patterson 874 – SM Energy – Howard County, TX ranks #6 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Jun 2022).
Rig Patterson 258 – Chevron – Reeves County, TX ranks #1 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Jun 2020). Patterson 258 – Licensee: CHEVRON 32 well spuds 2023/2024
Rig Patterson 278 – Chevron – Reeves County, TX ranks #1 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Jun 2020). Patterson 278 – Licensee: CHEVRON – 36 well spuds 2023/2024
Rig Patterson 816 REEVES Mewbourne
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 – Red River Parish, LA ranks #3 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Sep 2023).
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.
Rig Patterson 566 – BTA OIL PRODUCERS 34 wells spud 2023/2024 – Lea County, NM/REEVES Count TX –
Rig Patterson 558 – MEWBOURNE OIL – Eddy County, NM ranks #2 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Jul 2022).
Patterson 575 – Mewbourne Oil – Eddy County, NM ranks #2 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Jul 2022).
Patterson 260 – Mewbourne – Lea County, NM ranks #1 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Jul 2022).
Patterson 575 – Mewbourne – Eddy County, NM ranks #2 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Jul 2022).
Google Earth – Rig:Patterson 247 – County:LA SALLE – Operator:EOG
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 – EQT – Marshall County, WV ranks #5 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Dec 2018).
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 – Mewbourne – Ellis County, OK ranks #18 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Mar 2022).
