Modeling of reservoir compaction and surface subsidence at South Belridge
Journal Article
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· SPE Production and Facilities
- Shell Western E and P Inc., Houston, TX (United States)
- Shell Oil Co., Houston, TX (United States)
Finite-element models of depletion-induced reservoir compaction and surface subsidence have been calibrated with observed subsidence, locations of surface fissures, and regions of subsurface casing damage at South Belridge and used predictively for the evaluation of alternative reservoir-development plans. Pressure maintenance through diatomite waterflooding appears to be a beneficial means of minimizing additional subsidence and fissuring as well as reducing axial-compressive-type casing damage.
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- OSTI ID:
- 87491
- Journal Information:
- SPE Production and Facilities, Journal Name: SPE Production and Facilities Journal Issue: 3 Vol. 10; ISSN 1064-668X; ISSN SPRFEZ
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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