Emerging Plays

EOG Reveals Dean Wells as New Oil Play Finds Dawson County Jackpot

SM Energy operations in Dawson County, Texas
SM Energy operations in Dawson County, Texas. Early results from SM Energy’s latest Dean wells highlight strong initial production and signal growing development activity in the region, reflecting the company’s continued investment in one of West Texas’ most prolific plays. (Jay Brittain/SM Energy)
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Nissa Darbonne
December 05, 2025 05:55 PM CST

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