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Bakken Rig Count Rises to 28 with Two New Rigs Reported - Bakken Wire
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Bakken Rig Count Rises to 28 with Two New Rigs Reported

Activity climbs by one rig net as Koda Resources and Hunt Oil add new locations while operators reposition rigs in Divide and McKenzie counties.

Bakken Wire Staff·🌅Afternoon Wire·

The number of active drilling rigs in North Dakota increased to 28 on Monday, August 3, according to live rig data. The count reflects a net gain of one rig from the previous day, with two new rigs reported and one rig removed from operations.

Two operators added new rigs to the field. Koda Resources Operating, LLC spud the STONEHAM 16 in Divide County at location 161-102-36. Hunt Oil Company commenced drilling at the T&S DRILLING 1 well in Mountrail County at location 156-90-13.

One rig was released from service. Koda Resources Operating, LLC removed the STONEHAM 17 rig from its previous location at 160-103-22 in Divide County.

Two rigs were moved to new locations within the Williston Basin. Phoenix Operating LLC relocated its T&S DRILLING 2 rig to 160-98-14 in Divide County. Devon Energy Williston, L.L.C. moved the NABORS B6 rig to 151-100-35 in McKenzie County.

The current rig count of 28 represents a significant increase from activity levels seen just one week ago. According to historical context, the count is up by five rigs from the 23 rigs reported on July 27, 2026. Compared to one month ago, activity is also higher, with three more rigs running than the 25 active on July 4, 2026.

The day's movements highlight continued operational focus in the core Bakken counties. Divide County saw two rigs active with Koda's new addition and Phoenix's move, while McKenzie County retained a key position with Devon's rig relocation.

Rig count is a leading indicator of future oil production in the Bakken formation, North Dakota's primary oil-producing region. The sustained upward trend over the past week and month suggests operators are maintaining or slightly increasing capital spending on drilling programs.

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