Early results of the first large-scale steam soak project in the Tia Juana field, western Venezuela

Journal Article · Wed Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1969 · J. Pet. Technol.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2118/1913-PA· OSTI ID:5517722

de Haan, H J; Van Lookeren, J

In view of their size and favorable characteristics, Shell's heavy-oil fields on the E. coast of Lake Maracaibo, Venezuela--known as the Bolivar Coast--are obvious candidates for the application of thermal recovery methods. During the last decade, various methods have been tested, such as steam drive, steam soak, and in situ combustion. Well inflow performance and production mechanisms are discussed for a 74-well steam soak project in a reservoir containing 10/sup 0/ to 14/sup 0/ API oil. On the basis of the results obtained so far, a significant increase in ultimate recovery is expected for injection of relatively small amounts of steam. (10 refs.)

• Research Organization: Shell Venezuela Cia
• OSTI ID: 5517722
• Journal Information: J. Pet. Technol.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Pet. Technol.; (United States) Vol. 21; ISSN JPTJA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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FOSSIL FUELS
FUELS
GEOLOGIC DEPOSITS
LAKES
LATIN AMERICA
MINERAL RESOURCES
OIL FIELDS
OIL WELLS
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SURFACE WATERS
THERMAL RECOVERY
VENEZUELA
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