Viper Energy Partners LP owns, acquires, exploits, and develops oil and natural gas properties in North America. The company focuses on developing mineral interests covering approximately 14,804 gross acres in the Permian Basin in West Texas. As of December 31, 2013, its estimated proved oil and natural gas reserves consisted of 10,270 barrels of crude oil equivalent. Viper Energy Partners GP LLC operates as the general partner of the company. Viper Energy Partners LP was founded in 2013 and is based in Midland, Texas.