Oil and Gas Overview: Howard County, Texas

Howard County, Texas. One of the most prolific oil and gas producing counties in the Permian Basin. Over 460 drilling permits were issued in 2024 alone. Besides hydrocarbon production, the County sees substantial environmental impacts in other areas: Wastewater storage, pipelines, truck transportation, brine extraction and refinement, natural gas flaring, and more. It’s an important County. Just don’t drink the water or breathe the air.

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Howard County quick facts

County Seat: Big Spring, Texas

Population: Around 35,000

Oil Production: 6th of all Texas Counties

Gas Production: 11th of all Texas Counties

(Sept 2024 production numbers)