The United States is home to hundreds of offshore oil rigs, most of which are located in the Gulf of Mexico. These offshore platforms are essential to America’s energy production and can now be tracked using an interactive oil rig locations map that highlights active drilling sites, operators, and federal leasing areas.
🗺️ Interactive Offshore Oil Rig Map
This map shows:
- 📍 Active offshore drilling platforms
- 🌊 Federal leasing blocks (BOEM data)
- ⛽ Oil vs natural gas platform types
- 🏢 Operating companies (e.g. Chevron, Shell, BP)
🌊 Key Offshore Oil Rig Regions in the U.S.
| Region | Approx. Number of Rigs | Main States |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf of Mexico - Central Planning Area | ~1,000 | Louisiana, Mississippi |
| Gulf of Mexico - Western Planning Area | ~250 | Texas |
| Gulf of Mexico - Eastern Planning Area | Limited (non-producing) | Florida Panhandle |
| California Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) | 27 | Southern California |
| Alaska OCS (Cook Inlet & Beaufort Sea) | Small number, mostly exploratory | Alaska |
📊 Offshore Drilling by the Numbers
- ⛽ The Gulf of Mexico accounts for over 15% of total U.S. crude oil production
- 🏗️ There are over 1,800 active structures in the Gulf of Mexico, with some dating back to the 1940s
- 🌍 Offshore rigs produce oil and natural gas that power homes, vehicles, and industries across the country
🔍 Why Track Offshore Oil Rigs?
Knowing where offshore oil rigs are located can help:
- Fishermen and boaters avoid restricted zones
- Researchers and environmental groups monitor ecological impact
- Homeowners and insurance providers assess coastal risk
- Energy investors track development and production
📥 Stay Updated on Offshore Oil Activity
Use DrillingMaps.com to subscribe for updates on new lease auctions, hurricanes affecting rigs, and industry trends in offshore production.