Reported Spud
A source record indicating that drilling start was reported, usually after a permit was issued.
A reported spud is a source-record concept EnergyNetWatch keeps separate from broader activity claims.
Why It Matters
Reported spuds help separate permit inventory from drilling-start evidence.
Where The Public Data Comes From
Reported-spud data comes from state well activity, drilling, completion, or permit lifecycle records depending on the state.
What The Record Can Show
The record can show a drilling-start date or reported activity stage tied to a well, permit, operator, or county.
What The Record Cannot Prove
A reported spud does not prove completion, production, final well performance, or current rig status by itself.
How EnergyNetWatch Uses It
EnergyNetWatch uses reported-spud records to qualify permit activity and build permit-to-spud follow-through views.
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