DJ-Niobrara Basin Rig Count Slips to 10
The DJ-Niobrara Basin lost 1 rigs this week, declining to 10 active units. The basin accounts for 1.3% of total US drilling activity. Oil-directed rigs: unavailable. Gas-directed rigs: unavailable.
Active Rigs
As of August 28, 2026
Oil Rigs
Gas Rigs
of US Total
About the DJ-Niobrara Basin
Denver-Julesburg Basin tight oil play targeting the Niobrara Formation
US Rig Count Trend (Reference)
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DJ-Niobrara Basin FAQ
The DJ-Niobrara Basin currently has 10 active drilling rigs, representing 1.3% of total US drilling activity. This includes unavailable oil-directed rigs and unavailable gas-directed rigs.
The DJ-Niobrara Basin spans Colorado and Wyoming. Denver-Julesburg Basin tight oil play targeting the Niobrara Formation
Baker Hughes releases updated rig count data every Friday at 1:00 PM Eastern Time. The DJ-Niobrara Basin count is included as part of this weekly census of active drilling rigs.