Landowner Information:
Name: Michael & Susan ReynoldsEntity Type: Individual OwnersMailing Address: 2147 Prairie Road, Williston, ND 58801Phone: (701) 321-0987Email: m.reynolds@email.com
Property Details:
Parcel Size: 640 acresCounty: Williams County, NDState: North DakotaZoning Classification: Industrial & Agricultural (Mixed Use)Land Use: Undeveloped pastureland, former oil well site (plugged in 2010)Ownership Duration: 30 years (since 1994)Surface & Mineral Rights: Owns surface rights, mineral rights leased until 2028Recent Sales/Lease History: Previously leased for oil drilling (2010-2023)
Development Potential:
Proximity to Pipelines: 0.5 miles from an active crude oil pipelineProximity to Refineries: 8 miles from the Tesoro RefineryWell Pad Suitability: Flat terrain with existing access roadsOil & Gas Resource Potential: Located in the Bakken Shale formation – high production potentialEnvironmental & Regulatory Concerns: No major floodplain risks, past remediation completedCommunity Sentiment: Mixed, but generally supportive of oil & gas development
Strategic Opportunity for Development:
✅ Proven Oil & Gas Potential – Historical production in the area suggests strong yield potential.
✅ Close to Infrastructure – Nearby pipeline and refinery reduce transportation costs.
✅ Surface Rights Available for Lease – Could be used for additional drilling or midstream facilities.
✅ Existing Well Pads & Access Roads – Reduces upfront development costs.