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Directory information verified and updated for 2026
Well counts and activity computed by Valor from public oil and gas data, as of 2026-10-30. Wells of record include plugged and inactive wells; states and top county reflect wells not plugged or abandoned.
Computed by Valor from public oil and gas data. Uses complete reporting months only (latest: December 2025).
Average percentile rank across four signals, against 3,262 operators. 50 = typical.
| Signal | Value | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Average lateral (ft) | 903 | 39 |
| Share of wells that have produced | 91.9% | 83 |
| Permits per 100 wells (24 mo) | 0 | 36 |
| Production change, YoY | +8.5% | 82 |
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Company: Ernest Operating Company
Address: 120 EAST BELL
Rockdale, TX 76567
Phone: (512) 446-3855
Texas Operator:
P5 Number: 253480
P5 Status: Active
Ernest Operating Company operates as an independent energy company active in Texas energy operations. Operating under Texas Railroad Commission oversight with P5 registration 253480. Ernest Operating Company can be reached by telephone for business inquiries. Based in Rockdale, Texas, the company operates within established energy corridors that support efficient resource development and transportation.
Texas operators must comply with Railroad Commission regulations governing drilling permits, production reporting, environmental protection, and well plugging requirements. Ernest Operating Company's Texas P5 registration (Number 253480) ensures accountability for all drilling and production activities within the state. Learn more about Texas P5 requirements.
Valor's operator directory lists Ernest Operating Company in Rockdale, TX, at 120 EAST BELL, 76567.
Valor's operator directory lists Ernest Operating Company's phone number as (512) 446-3855.
Valor's operator directory lists Ernest Operating Company with Texas Railroad Commission P5 Organization Number 253480 and a P5 status of Active.
Texas is home to over 30,000 registered oil and gas operators, making it the most active energy state in the U.S. The Texas Railroad Commission oversees all upstream and midstream operations within the state. Understanding the regulatory and operational landscape is essential for companies like Ernest Operating Company and those seeking to partner with energy sector operators. Learn more about Valor's operator services.
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