Back Forty has 1,851 water wells on record in Live Oak County, Texas, drawn from the Texas Water Development Board’s Submitted Driller’s Reports.
Across the 1,633 wells with a logged borehole depth, the typical well reaches about 240 ft, with most falling between 35 and 550 ft.
These figures summarize nearby historical wells; for an estimate at a specific location, drop a pin in the app. Always confirm with a licensed driller before relying on any figure for a purchase or drilling decision.
Interactive Land Map of Live Oak County
Pan and zoom to explore water wells, parcels, and oil & gas activity in Live Oak County. Open the full app for subsurface predictions and a depth estimate at any point.
Oil & Gas Activity in Live Oak County
Live Oak County has 4,606 oil & gas wells on record with the Railroad Commission of Texas — a moderate level of oil-and-gas activity (#83 of 254 counties). There’s real mineral development here without being at the center of Texas energy. Check the mineral status on any tract you’re serious about.
Counts are approximate, drawn from public RRC records, and include active and plugged wells. Not a substitute for a title or mineral search.
Non-Native & Exotic Wildlife in Live Oak County
Free-ranging exotics have been recorded in Live Oak County: Blackbuck. These are citizen-science observations — they indicate presence, not population, and may include high-fenced animals, so absence of records is not proof a species is absent. For hunters, it places Live Oak County within established exotic range.
Groundwater & subsurface
| Wells on record | 1,851 |
|---|---|
| Typical well depth | ≈ 240 ft |
| Depth range | 35–550 ft (most wells) |
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Data last refreshed: May 2026
Disclaimer: The figures on this page are derived from historical Texas Water Development Board driller's reports for nearby wells and are provided for general informational purposes only. Actual conditions at any specific property can differ substantially. Nothing here guarantees water availability, well depth, or subsurface conditions, and it is not professional geological, engineering, or legal advice. Always consult a licensed Texas water-well driller or other qualified professional before making any purchase, drilling, or development decision.