Austin Chalk stimulations require thorough planning
Journal Article
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· Pet. Eng. Int.; (United States)
OSTI ID:6133335
Considers the influence of fracture height, well site position, pump rates, types of fracture fluids, proppant concentrations, and leak-off controls. Careful attention to each of these factors can result in successful stimulation treatment and optimum production rates. The Austin Chalk trend stretches along the entire Gulf Coast from Mexico into Louisiana. Well position relative to faults and natural fractures in the Austin Chalk is the single most critical factor directly affecting productivity. Observations include: cross-linked fluids are necessary in most cases to achieve desired proppant concentration and distribution; there appears to be a relationship between fracture height and pump time; accurate estimates of fracture height are necessary to develop the desired propped fracture length; and leak-off in natural fractures potentially compromises well productivity.
- Research Organization:
- The Western Co. of North America, Ft. Worth, TX
- OSTI ID:
- 6133335
- Journal Information:
- Pet. Eng. Int.; (United States), Journal Name: Pet. Eng. Int.; (United States) Vol. 54:10; ISSN PEEID
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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