Studies of New Albany shale in western Kentucky. Final report, December 1, 1977--November 30, 1978
Technical Report
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OSTI ID:5953358
The New Albany (Upper Devonian) Shale in western Kentucky can be zoned by using correlative characteristics distinguishable on wire-line logs. Wells drilled through the shale which were logged by various methods provided a basis for zonation of the subsurface members and units of the Grassy Creek, Sweetland Creek, and Blocher. Structure and isopach maps and cross sections were prepared. The Hannibal Shale and Rockford Limestone were found in limited areas; isopach maps were not made for these members. Samples of cuttings from selected wells were studied in order to identify the contact of the shale with underlying and overlying rock units. A well-site examination of cuttings through the shale section was conducted, and the presence of natural gas was observed in the field. The New Albany Shale has the potential for additional commercially marketable natural gas production. Exploratory drilling is needed to evaluate the reservoir characteristics of the New Albany Shale.
- Research Organization:
- Kentucky Geological Survey, Henderson (USA)
- OSTI ID:
- 5953358
- Report Number(s):
- ORO-8215-1
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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