The U.S. Energy Information Administration released its latest weekly petroleum status report this week showing U.S. field production of crude oil holding near 13.3 million barrels per day. Here is what the current data shows and the broader context for where American oil production stands heading into spring 2026.
This Week's U.S. Production Figure
The EIA's weekly estimate for U.S. crude oil production came in at approximately 13.3 million barrels per day for the most recently reported week. This figure represents total U.S. field production of crude oil across all producing regions — from the Permian Basin in West Texas to the Bakken in North Dakota to deepwater platforms in the Gulf of Mexico.
Weekly EIA production estimates are preliminary figures that are subsequently revised when more complete monthly survey data becomes available. The figure should be understood as the best available estimate rather than a precisely measured count of every barrel produced.
Context for Current Production Levels
U.S. production has been running near record levels through the early months of 2026 as Permian Basin output continues to drive national totals higher. The Permian alone accounts for roughly 6 million barrels per day — nearly half of total U.S. production — and has been the primary growth engine for American output since the shale revolution took hold in the late 2000s.
Seasonal factors typically affect production modestly in winter months as weather events in producing regions can temporarily disrupt output. The transition into spring generally brings more stable production conditions and historically coincides with increased drilling activity as operators accelerate plans for the year ahead.
Global Context
World oil production continues to run at approximately 101 to 102 million barrels per day according to the latest EIA international estimates. OPEC+ production coordination remains the primary driver of global supply management with the group's voluntary cuts keeping non-U.S. supply somewhat constrained relative to what member countries could technically produce.
The spread between WTI and Brent crude has remained relatively narrow in recent weeks suggesting well-balanced global supply flows without significant regional disruptions or bottlenecks.
What to Watch Next Week
The next EIA Weekly Petroleum Status Report will be released on Wednesday March 26 2026. Key figures to watch include the weekly production estimate, crude oil inventory changes, and refinery utilization rates which together give the most complete weekly picture of U.S. petroleum market conditions.
Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration Weekly Petroleum Status Report. All production figures are EIA estimates and subject to revision.