What this tracks
This dataset maps the boundaries and production details of active and inactive oil and gas fields across Kansas.
Why it matters to you
If you’re considering buying land in Kansas, this data reveals whether the property sits on a historic or active oil/gas field, which could impact land use or future drilling rights. For small businesses in agriculture or construction, knowing nearby field activity helps assess potential disruptions from extraction equipment. The STATUS field tells you if operations are ongoing (“Active”) or closed, while FIELD_TYPE clarifies whether the site produces oil, gas, or both.
How to read this data
FIELD_NAME — Official name of the oil/gas field (e.g., “FOREST CITY COAL GAS AREA”).
STATUS — Current operational state: “Active” means recent production, while inactive fields may still have infrastructure.
LASTGDATE / LASTODATE — Most recent month/year of gas or oil production (e.g., “4-2018” for gas in the sample).
AVGDEPTH — Typical well depth in feet (e.g., 922 ft), indicating how deep drilling occurs.
Try it yourself
Search the Kansas Geological Survey’s interactive map for your county to see if nearby fields are active—look for “FIELD_TYPE: Gas” if you’re researching natural gas potential.