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Gas Well Drilling
The City of Fort Worth reviews applications and issues permits for gas wells in city limits. Permit requirements regulate placement of wells that come near residences, religious institutions, hospitals, schools or parks; transportation routes for trucks and equipment; pipelines; and compressor stations and pad sites. View the full Gas Well Drilling Ordinance »
Pending & Approved Permits
Abandoned: 152
Applying: 1
Permitted: 3
Producing: 1,980
Total: 2,136
Numbers include pre-existing wells identified in the city.
Contact
For emergencies, dial 9-1-1. For Gas Well complaints call our 24-hour number at 817-392-1427, or call the Police Department non-emergency line at 817-392-4222.
View staff and drilling company contacts.