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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) | 711 | 31 |
| Share of wells that have produced | 32.9% | 28 |
| Permits per 100 wells (24 mo) | 1 | 86 |
| Production change, YoY | -18.5% | 35 |
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Company: West Bay Exploration Company
Address: 13685 S WEST BAY SHORE DR
Traverse City, MI 49684-1399
Phone: (231) 946-0200
Oklahoma Operator:
OCC Number: 20119
West Bay Exploration Company conducts exploration activities to identify and develop energy resources. Licensed by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission with OCC number 20119. West Bay Exploration Company can be reached by telephone for business inquiries. Based in Traverse City, MI, the company operates within established energy corridors that support efficient resource development and transportation.
Operators must comply with applicable state and federal regulations governing oil and gas activities. The company's Oklahoma OCC number (20119) provides verification of operational authority within Oklahoma's energy sector. Verify this registration at OCC.
Valor's operator directory lists West Bay Exploration Company in Traverse City, MI, at 13685 S WEST BAY SHORE DR, 49684-1399.
Valor's operator directory lists West Bay Exploration Company's phone number as (231) 946-0200.
Valor's operator directory lists West Bay Exploration Company with Oklahoma Corporation Commission number 20119.
The U.S. oil and gas industry supports over 10 million jobs and contributes significantly to domestic energy security, with operators across multiple basins driving exploration and production activity. Understanding the regulatory and operational landscape is essential for companies like West Bay Exploration Company and those seeking to partner with energy sector operators. Learn more about Valor's operator services.
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