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Modern Devonian shale gas search starting in southwestern Indiana

Journal Article · · Oil and Gas Journal; (United States)
OSTI ID:6556439
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  1. Minihan/Buzzard Consulting Firm, Fort Worth, TX (United States)
The New Albany shale of southwestern Indiana is a worthwhile exploration and exploitation objective. The technical ability to enhance natural fractures is available, the drilling depths are shallow, long term gas reserves are attractive, markets are available, drilling costs are reasonable, risks are very low, multiple drilling objectives are available, and the return on investment is good. Indiana Geological Survey records are well organized, accessible, and easy to use. The paper describes the New Albany shale play, play size, early exploration, geologic setting, completion techniques, and locating prime areas.
OSTI ID:
6556439
Journal Information:
Oil and Gas Journal; (United States), Journal Name: Oil and Gas Journal; (United States) Vol. 93:9; ISSN OIGJAV; ISSN 0030-1388
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English