A list of the top 100 oil and top 100 natural gas fields in the U.S. The shale revolution has changed the U.S. oil and gas picture. In the space of five short years, shale oil fields in Texas displaced Alaska's Prudhoe Bay as the number one and two sources of new crude oil. The might Marcellus has become the #1 natural gas producer (in 2009 it was in the bottom half of the list of 100!). All thanks to the miracle of hydraulic fracturing.
Two lists published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration showing the top 100 oil fields in the U.S. and the top 100 gas fields in the U.S., both based on the size of their estimated reserves in the year 2013 (as estimated by EIA researchers). The #1 gas field in 2013 was the Marcellus, and the #1 oil field the Eagle Ford.
This document discusses data visualization and analysis in the oil and gas industry. It provides examples of using maps, graphs and charts to visualize oil and gas data from various sources like well locations, production amounts from different basins and formations. The purpose is to identify patterns and correlations in the data to help make informed decisions about areas like future production levels.
Preview pages for the Marcellus and Utica Shale Databook 2014, Volume 2. This second volume (of three) features 81 detailed maps and charts showing where Marcellus & Utica Shale well permits have been issued throughout PA, OH and WV for May through August of 2014. Each detail map shows major natural gas pipelines, the location of compressor stations, and the locations for each permit issued appended with the driller's name. NEW in this edition: A frac sand and railroad primer. Also an updated directory of the 109 active and planned infrastructure/pipeline projects for the Marcellus/Utica. Plus much more! This is must-have information for landowners, drillers, and anyone interested in answering the question--just how long (and how much) will a well produce? Many other special features make this an indispensable tool for those with an interest in drilling in the Marcellus/Utica. Visit this page for more details: http://marcellusdrilling.com/databook.
Preview pages for the Marcellus and Utica Shale Databook 2013, Volume 2. This second volume (of three) features 74 detailed maps and multiple charts showing where Marcellus & Utica Shale well permits have been issued throughout PA, OH and WV for May through August of 2013. Each detail map shows major natural gas pipelines, the location of compressor stations, and the locations for each permit issued appended with the driller's name. NEW in this edition: A comprehensive list of 111 midstream/infrastructure projects announced for the Marcellus/Utica region. Each project identifies the company building it, timeline, description of where it's being built, and approximate capital expenditure being made for the project. Many other special features make this an indispensable tool for those with an interest in drilling in the Marcellus/Utica. Visit this page for more details: http://marcellusdrilling.com/databook.
The document provides an overview of Antero Resources Corporation. It contains forward-looking statements regarding estimates, plans, expectations and guidance. It cautions that actual results could differ materially from forward-looking statements due to risks and uncertainties inherent in the natural gas and oil business. The company has achieved significant reductions in well costs in both the Marcellus and Utica shales through improvements in drilling times, lateral lengths, stages per well, and costs per thousand feet.
Preview pages for the Marcellus and Utica Shale Databook 2015, Volume 3. This third volume (of three) features detailed maps and charts showing where Marcellus & Utica Shale well permits have been issued throughout PA, OH and WV for May through August of 2015. Each detail map shows major natural gas pipelines, the location of compressor stations, and the locations for each permit issued appended with the driller's name. UPDATED in this edition: An updated directory of frack waste facilities located throughout the Marcellus/Utica. Also a section on valuing mineral rights. Many other special features make this an indispensable tool for those with an interest in drilling in the Marcellus/Utica. Visit this page for more details: http://marcellusdrilling.com/databook.
This document analyzes challenges related to unconventional gas reserves reporting. Volatile natural gas prices can lead to downgrading of reserves if production costs are too high. New SEC rules have accelerated unconventional gas reserves growth but also introduced more volatility and risk. There is concern about investment security due to volatile gas prices and uncertainty around reported reserves volumes. This is exacerbated by unprecedented increases in proved undeveloped gas reserves reported by unconventional gas operators under new SEC rules. The document examines reserves reporting differences between conventional and unconventional gas companies.
This document provides a summary of energy prices and production trends in the United States and globally. It includes charts and graphs showing:
1) Crude oil and natural gas prices in the US and worldwide fluctuating between 2009-2017.
2) US oil and gas production reaching record highs while rig counts decline.
3) Texas leading US oil production with the majority from the Permian Basin region.
4) Gasoline consumption and inventories stable in recent months.
Two lists published by the U.S. Energy Information Administration showing the top 100 oil fields in the U.S. and the top 100 gas fields in the U.S., both based on the size of their estimated reserves in the year 2013 (as estimated by EIA researchers). The #1 gas field in 2013 was the Marcellus, and the #1 oil field the Eagle Ford.
This document discusses data visualization and analysis in the oil and gas industry. It provides examples of using maps, graphs and charts to visualize oil and gas data from various sources like well locations, production amounts from different basins and formations. The purpose is to identify patterns and correlations in the data to help make informed decisions about areas like future production levels.
Preview pages for the Marcellus and Utica Shale Databook 2014, Volume 2. This second volume (of three) features 81 detailed maps and charts showing where Marcellus & Utica Shale well permits have been issued throughout PA, OH and WV for May through August of 2014. Each detail map shows major natural gas pipelines, the location of compressor stations, and the locations for each permit issued appended with the driller's name. NEW in this edition: A frac sand and railroad primer. Also an updated directory of the 109 active and planned infrastructure/pipeline projects for the Marcellus/Utica. Plus much more! This is must-have information for landowners, drillers, and anyone interested in answering the question--just how long (and how much) will a well produce? Many other special features make this an indispensable tool for those with an interest in drilling in the Marcellus/Utica. Visit this page for more details: http://marcellusdrilling.com/databook.
Preview pages for the Marcellus and Utica Shale Databook 2013, Volume 2. This second volume (of three) features 74 detailed maps and multiple charts showing where Marcellus & Utica Shale well permits have been issued throughout PA, OH and WV for May through August of 2013. Each detail map shows major natural gas pipelines, the location of compressor stations, and the locations for each permit issued appended with the driller's name. NEW in this edition: A comprehensive list of 111 midstream/infrastructure projects announced for the Marcellus/Utica region. Each project identifies the company building it, timeline, description of where it's being built, and approximate capital expenditure being made for the project. Many other special features make this an indispensable tool for those with an interest in drilling in the Marcellus/Utica. Visit this page for more details: http://marcellusdrilling.com/databook.
The document provides an overview of Antero Resources Corporation. It contains forward-looking statements regarding estimates, plans, expectations and guidance. It cautions that actual results could differ materially from forward-looking statements due to risks and uncertainties inherent in the natural gas and oil business. The company has achieved significant reductions in well costs in both the Marcellus and Utica shales through improvements in drilling times, lateral lengths, stages per well, and costs per thousand feet.
Preview pages for the Marcellus and Utica Shale Databook 2015, Volume 3. This third volume (of three) features detailed maps and charts showing where Marcellus & Utica Shale well permits have been issued throughout PA, OH and WV for May through August of 2015. Each detail map shows major natural gas pipelines, the location of compressor stations, and the locations for each permit issued appended with the driller's name. UPDATED in this edition: An updated directory of frack waste facilities located throughout the Marcellus/Utica. Also a section on valuing mineral rights. Many other special features make this an indispensable tool for those with an interest in drilling in the Marcellus/Utica. Visit this page for more details: http://marcellusdrilling.com/databook.
This document analyzes challenges related to unconventional gas reserves reporting. Volatile natural gas prices can lead to downgrading of reserves if production costs are too high. New SEC rules have accelerated unconventional gas reserves growth but also introduced more volatility and risk. There is concern about investment security due to volatile gas prices and uncertainty around reported reserves volumes. This is exacerbated by unprecedented increases in proved undeveloped gas reserves reported by unconventional gas operators under new SEC rules. The document examines reserves reporting differences between conventional and unconventional gas companies.
This document provides a summary of energy prices and production trends in the United States and globally. It includes charts and graphs showing:
1) Crude oil and natural gas prices in the US and worldwide fluctuating between 2009-2017.
2) US oil and gas production reaching record highs while rig counts decline.
3) Texas leading US oil production with the majority from the Permian Basin region.
4) Gasoline consumption and inventories stable in recent months.
Mercer Capital's Value Focus: Exploration and Production | Q1 2016Mercer Capital
Mercer Capital's Energy Industry newsletter provides perspective on valuation issues. Each newsletter also typically includes macroeconomic trends, industry trends, and guideline public company metrics.
Preview pages for the Marcellus and Utica Shale Databook 2015, Volume 1. This first volume (of three) features detailed maps and charts showing where Marcellus & Utica Shale well permits have been issued throughout PA, OH and WV for January through April of 2015. Each detail map shows major natural gas pipelines, the location of compressor stations, and the locations for each permit issued appended with the driller's name. UPDATED in this edition: How to value wells and property in the northeast shale region. Also an updated directory of the 84 active drillers in the Marcellus/Utica, and much more! This is must-have information for landowners, drillers, and anyone interested in answering the question--just how long (and how much) will a well produce? Many other special features make this an indispensable tool for those with an interest in drilling in the Marcellus/Utica. Visit this page for more details: http://marcellusdrilling.com/databook.
This document provides a summary of drilling activity in the Marcellus and Utica Shale regions from January to April 2014. It includes 87 detailed maps showing drilling permit data by county for Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. The document also provides a regulatory update for states in the Marcellus/Utica regions and a directory of the most active drillers. Overall, the summary provides extensive permit and drilling statistics as well as pipeline and infrastructure maps to give readers a comprehensive overview of recent activity in the Marcellus and Utica Shale plays.
“US Shale Gas Industry Analysis” Report Highlight:
US Shale Gas Industry Overview
Shale Gas Exploration, Technical and Technology Aspects
US Shale Gas Reserve Analysis: Technical & Recoverable Reserves
Investments in Shale Gas Exploration & Production
US Shale Gas Sector Dynamics
Shale Boom to Drive LNG Export Projects
Antero Resources is an E&P company focused on developing shale gas assets in the Appalachian region, including the Marcellus and Utica shales. It has over 429,000 net acres across its core positions. Antero has a proven track record of growth, increasing its proved reserves by 44% in the first half of 2013 to over 6 trillion cubic feet equivalent. It also grew production 115% year-over-year to 458 million cubic feet equivalent per day as of the second quarter of 2013. Antero has a large inventory of undrilled locations that can support further production growth from its sizable reserves and low-cost operating model.
The document provides an overview of Antero Resources Corporation. It notes that the presentation contains forward-looking statements regarding plans and expectations. It also cautions that actual results could differ materially from what is stated due to risks and uncertainties inherent in the natural gas and oil business. The document highlights that Antero is the most active operator in Appalachia with large reserves and production, low development costs, significant hedging positions, and firm transportation agreements to favorable markets.
Report on field visit to dakhni oil fieldSaba Saif
This report summarizes a field trip to the Dhakni oil field led by Saba Saif and submitted to Mam Saima Akbar. The trip's purpose was to observe drilling, extraction, and processing of oil and gas. At the field, health and safety precautions were emphasized due to hazards like H2S gas. The report describes the field's location, accessibility, and production estimates. It also provides details on processing plants that separate hydrocarbons and H2S, produce natural gas, LPG, and sulfur. Throughout the field, controls and safety measures are in place to monitor and address issues like high pressure or gas leaks.
The document discusses the need for environmental impact assessments (EIAs) when conducting network construction and maintenance for Ausgrid. It notes that EIAs are required by environmental legislation to ensure environmental impacts are considered. EIAs can help avoid penalties for non-compliance. The document provides examples of typical Ausgrid projects and activities that require EIAs. It stresses that EIAs are legal documents that outline environmental controls and can be used as evidence in court. The document also describes cases where original EIA documents had to be amended because they did not adequately address environmental risks, such as proximity to waterways.
Eia pakistan shale oil and gas potential summary for pbc 2013 ver2Abbas Bilgrami
The document discusses an assessment of shale oil and gas resources in 41 countries outside the United States. It summarizes that the assessment found 137 shale formations with substantial shale oil and gas resources. While the estimates will evolve as more data is collected, shale resources not previously counted as recoverable constitute a significant portion of global oil and gas supplies. It's important to distinguish technically recoverable resources from economically recoverable resources that can be profitably produced.
This document provides a summary of the environmental impact assessment report for the proposed 50 MW wind power project in Sindh, Pakistan. The project involves constructing 34 wind turbines in two phases, with related infrastructure like access roads and a substation. Key potential impacts identified include disturbance of vegetation and wildlife during construction, air and noise pollution from construction vehicles and equipment, solid waste management, and health and safety risks for workers. Mitigation measures proposed include limiting construction to daylight hours, using dust suppression and maintaining equipment, developing waste management plans, and implementing a health and safety manual. An environmental management plan is included to ensure mitigation measures are followed. Public consultations were also conducted to understand local attitudes toward the project.
The document provides an introduction to the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) in Pakistan. It discusses:
1) OGDCL is the largest exploration and production company in Pakistan, currently owned 95% by the government.
2) It was established in 1961 and converted to a public limited company in 1997.
3) OGDCL holds the largest share of Pakistan's oil and gas reserves at 37% of oil and 32% of gas.
4) The document also provides details on the geographical location, climate, ecology, and socioeconomic conditions of the Qadirpur gas field project area in Sindh Province.
POL (Pakistan Oilfields Limited) aims to be the leading oil and gas exploration and production company in Pakistan with the highest proven reserves and production. It seeks to discover new hydrocarbon reserves and enhance production from existing reserves through applying best technologies. Its strategy is to increase current production levels through innovation and regularly adding new reserves to sustain long-term production. Its ultimate goal is to maximize shareholder returns and provide optimal value to stakeholders.
Environmental Impact Assessment(EIA) is a process which ensures that all environmental matters are taken into account quite early in the project at planning process itself.It takes into consideration not only technical and economic considerations but also, traditional aspects like impact on local people, biodiversity etc.
The Center for Thematic Environmental Networks (TEN) is a Center for education and research in the fields of environment and sustainable development.
TEN Center promotes the exchange of knowledge and information on the environmental field and offers tools and supplementary approaches in order to solve environmental issues with specific reference to sustainable development.
TEN Center:
promotes education and advanced training programs on sustainable development and environmental management;
develops research activities on the main areas of environmental protection, with specific focus on developing countries;
hosts initiatives which provide a meeting platform for the competent authorities, researchers and those who are involved in environmental and sustainable development issues.
Since 2003, TEN manages and coordinates advanced training programs devised for director generals and managers of public administrations, researchers and private sector experts from the People’s Republic of China and Eastern European countries. The aim is to augment and improve the capabilities of policy-makers and to facilitate knowledge transfer in order to promote sustainable environmental, social and economic policies.
Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Audit- Unit IIIGAURAV. H .TANDON
This document provides an overview of environmental impact assessments and environmental audits. It defines environmental impact assessment as the systematic identification and evaluation of potential impacts of proposed projects on the natural environment. The key steps of an EIA include organizing an interdisciplinary team, performing an assessment of the site and potential impacts, writing an environmental impact statement, and reviewing the EIS. Environmental audits evaluate an organization's environmental performance and position and identify ways to improve environmental management systems. The document outlines the basic components and steps in conducting environmental audits.
This document discusses environmental impact assessment (EIA). It defines EIA as a study that predicts how a proposed project may affect the environment. EIAs identify the best project option by comparing alternatives and weighing economic and environmental costs and benefits. The EIA process involves scoping a project to identify key issues, conducting an impact assessment, obtaining public input, and using the results to inform decision-making about projects that could significantly affect the environment.
This document discusses various methodologies used in environmental impact assessments (EIAs). It outlines key characteristics an EIA methodology should have, such as being appropriate to the task and free from bias. Common impact identification methods are described, including checklists, matrices, networks and overlays. The stages of impact prediction, evaluation and identification are explained. The document also discusses techniques for impact prediction, evaluation of significance, and designing environmental protection measures. Overall it provides an overview of conceptual approaches and analytical tools used in EIAs.
The document discusses environmental impact assessments (EIAs), which evaluate the environmental consequences of development projects. EIAs were first introduced in the US in 1969 and have since been adopted by many other countries. The key purposes of an EIA are to provide information on development consequences to inform decision making and promote sustainable development. An EIA follows several stages: screening to determine if an assessment is needed; scoping to identify impacts; analyzing and predicting impacts; developing mitigation measures; and informing final project decisions. Public participation is also an important part of the EIA process.
The document provides an overview of environmental impact assessment (EIA). It defines EIA as assessing the effects of proposed projects on the environment. EIA identifies alternatives and aims to balance economic and environmental costs and benefits. It integrates environmental concerns early in project planning. EIA started as a mandatory regulatory process in the US in 1969 and is now required in over 100 countries. The key stages of EIA are screening, scoping, baseline data collection, impact analysis, mitigation planning, public hearings, decision making, and monitoring. EIA aims to be fair, provide credible information for decisions, and ensure sustainability.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a process that ensures environmental factors are considered early in project planning. It examines both technical/economic and traditional impacts on local communities and biodiversity. EIA is intended to prevent or minimize potentially adverse environmental effects and improve project quality. Projects requiring EIA include agriculture, construction, industries, waste disposal, and developments near protected areas. The EIA process identifies, describes, and assesses a project's direct and indirect effects on humans, wildlife, air/water/soil, climate, landscape, and cultural heritage.
The document is a report from the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) summarizing U.S. refining and storage capacity data from the Energy Information Administration. It details that as of January 1, 2015 there were 137 operating refineries in the U.S. with a total crude distillation capacity of 17.77 million barrels per calendar day. Overall U.S. refining capacity increased by 42,000 barrels per calendar day in 2014. The report includes tables showing refinery capacity and statistics broken down by Petroleum Administration for Defense District and state over the past 5 years.
Mercer Capital's Value Focus: Exploration and Production | Q1 2016Mercer Capital
Mercer Capital's Energy Industry newsletter provides perspective on valuation issues. Each newsletter also typically includes macroeconomic trends, industry trends, and guideline public company metrics.
Preview pages for the Marcellus and Utica Shale Databook 2015, Volume 1. This first volume (of three) features detailed maps and charts showing where Marcellus & Utica Shale well permits have been issued throughout PA, OH and WV for January through April of 2015. Each detail map shows major natural gas pipelines, the location of compressor stations, and the locations for each permit issued appended with the driller's name. UPDATED in this edition: How to value wells and property in the northeast shale region. Also an updated directory of the 84 active drillers in the Marcellus/Utica, and much more! This is must-have information for landowners, drillers, and anyone interested in answering the question--just how long (and how much) will a well produce? Many other special features make this an indispensable tool for those with an interest in drilling in the Marcellus/Utica. Visit this page for more details: http://marcellusdrilling.com/databook.
This document provides a summary of drilling activity in the Marcellus and Utica Shale regions from January to April 2014. It includes 87 detailed maps showing drilling permit data by county for Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. The document also provides a regulatory update for states in the Marcellus/Utica regions and a directory of the most active drillers. Overall, the summary provides extensive permit and drilling statistics as well as pipeline and infrastructure maps to give readers a comprehensive overview of recent activity in the Marcellus and Utica Shale plays.
“US Shale Gas Industry Analysis” Report Highlight:
US Shale Gas Industry Overview
Shale Gas Exploration, Technical and Technology Aspects
US Shale Gas Reserve Analysis: Technical & Recoverable Reserves
Investments in Shale Gas Exploration & Production
US Shale Gas Sector Dynamics
Shale Boom to Drive LNG Export Projects
Antero Resources is an E&P company focused on developing shale gas assets in the Appalachian region, including the Marcellus and Utica shales. It has over 429,000 net acres across its core positions. Antero has a proven track record of growth, increasing its proved reserves by 44% in the first half of 2013 to over 6 trillion cubic feet equivalent. It also grew production 115% year-over-year to 458 million cubic feet equivalent per day as of the second quarter of 2013. Antero has a large inventory of undrilled locations that can support further production growth from its sizable reserves and low-cost operating model.
The document provides an overview of Antero Resources Corporation. It notes that the presentation contains forward-looking statements regarding plans and expectations. It also cautions that actual results could differ materially from what is stated due to risks and uncertainties inherent in the natural gas and oil business. The document highlights that Antero is the most active operator in Appalachia with large reserves and production, low development costs, significant hedging positions, and firm transportation agreements to favorable markets.
Report on field visit to dakhni oil fieldSaba Saif
This report summarizes a field trip to the Dhakni oil field led by Saba Saif and submitted to Mam Saima Akbar. The trip's purpose was to observe drilling, extraction, and processing of oil and gas. At the field, health and safety precautions were emphasized due to hazards like H2S gas. The report describes the field's location, accessibility, and production estimates. It also provides details on processing plants that separate hydrocarbons and H2S, produce natural gas, LPG, and sulfur. Throughout the field, controls and safety measures are in place to monitor and address issues like high pressure or gas leaks.
The document discusses the need for environmental impact assessments (EIAs) when conducting network construction and maintenance for Ausgrid. It notes that EIAs are required by environmental legislation to ensure environmental impacts are considered. EIAs can help avoid penalties for non-compliance. The document provides examples of typical Ausgrid projects and activities that require EIAs. It stresses that EIAs are legal documents that outline environmental controls and can be used as evidence in court. The document also describes cases where original EIA documents had to be amended because they did not adequately address environmental risks, such as proximity to waterways.
Eia pakistan shale oil and gas potential summary for pbc 2013 ver2Abbas Bilgrami
The document discusses an assessment of shale oil and gas resources in 41 countries outside the United States. It summarizes that the assessment found 137 shale formations with substantial shale oil and gas resources. While the estimates will evolve as more data is collected, shale resources not previously counted as recoverable constitute a significant portion of global oil and gas supplies. It's important to distinguish technically recoverable resources from economically recoverable resources that can be profitably produced.
This document provides a summary of the environmental impact assessment report for the proposed 50 MW wind power project in Sindh, Pakistan. The project involves constructing 34 wind turbines in two phases, with related infrastructure like access roads and a substation. Key potential impacts identified include disturbance of vegetation and wildlife during construction, air and noise pollution from construction vehicles and equipment, solid waste management, and health and safety risks for workers. Mitigation measures proposed include limiting construction to daylight hours, using dust suppression and maintaining equipment, developing waste management plans, and implementing a health and safety manual. An environmental management plan is included to ensure mitigation measures are followed. Public consultations were also conducted to understand local attitudes toward the project.
The document provides an introduction to the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) in Pakistan. It discusses:
1) OGDCL is the largest exploration and production company in Pakistan, currently owned 95% by the government.
2) It was established in 1961 and converted to a public limited company in 1997.
3) OGDCL holds the largest share of Pakistan's oil and gas reserves at 37% of oil and 32% of gas.
4) The document also provides details on the geographical location, climate, ecology, and socioeconomic conditions of the Qadirpur gas field project area in Sindh Province.
POL (Pakistan Oilfields Limited) aims to be the leading oil and gas exploration and production company in Pakistan with the highest proven reserves and production. It seeks to discover new hydrocarbon reserves and enhance production from existing reserves through applying best technologies. Its strategy is to increase current production levels through innovation and regularly adding new reserves to sustain long-term production. Its ultimate goal is to maximize shareholder returns and provide optimal value to stakeholders.
Environmental Impact Assessment(EIA) is a process which ensures that all environmental matters are taken into account quite early in the project at planning process itself.It takes into consideration not only technical and economic considerations but also, traditional aspects like impact on local people, biodiversity etc.
The Center for Thematic Environmental Networks (TEN) is a Center for education and research in the fields of environment and sustainable development.
TEN Center promotes the exchange of knowledge and information on the environmental field and offers tools and supplementary approaches in order to solve environmental issues with specific reference to sustainable development.
TEN Center:
promotes education and advanced training programs on sustainable development and environmental management;
develops research activities on the main areas of environmental protection, with specific focus on developing countries;
hosts initiatives which provide a meeting platform for the competent authorities, researchers and those who are involved in environmental and sustainable development issues.
Since 2003, TEN manages and coordinates advanced training programs devised for director generals and managers of public administrations, researchers and private sector experts from the People’s Republic of China and Eastern European countries. The aim is to augment and improve the capabilities of policy-makers and to facilitate knowledge transfer in order to promote sustainable environmental, social and economic policies.
Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Audit- Unit IIIGAURAV. H .TANDON
This document provides an overview of environmental impact assessments and environmental audits. It defines environmental impact assessment as the systematic identification and evaluation of potential impacts of proposed projects on the natural environment. The key steps of an EIA include organizing an interdisciplinary team, performing an assessment of the site and potential impacts, writing an environmental impact statement, and reviewing the EIS. Environmental audits evaluate an organization's environmental performance and position and identify ways to improve environmental management systems. The document outlines the basic components and steps in conducting environmental audits.
This document discusses environmental impact assessment (EIA). It defines EIA as a study that predicts how a proposed project may affect the environment. EIAs identify the best project option by comparing alternatives and weighing economic and environmental costs and benefits. The EIA process involves scoping a project to identify key issues, conducting an impact assessment, obtaining public input, and using the results to inform decision-making about projects that could significantly affect the environment.
This document discusses various methodologies used in environmental impact assessments (EIAs). It outlines key characteristics an EIA methodology should have, such as being appropriate to the task and free from bias. Common impact identification methods are described, including checklists, matrices, networks and overlays. The stages of impact prediction, evaluation and identification are explained. The document also discusses techniques for impact prediction, evaluation of significance, and designing environmental protection measures. Overall it provides an overview of conceptual approaches and analytical tools used in EIAs.
The document discusses environmental impact assessments (EIAs), which evaluate the environmental consequences of development projects. EIAs were first introduced in the US in 1969 and have since been adopted by many other countries. The key purposes of an EIA are to provide information on development consequences to inform decision making and promote sustainable development. An EIA follows several stages: screening to determine if an assessment is needed; scoping to identify impacts; analyzing and predicting impacts; developing mitigation measures; and informing final project decisions. Public participation is also an important part of the EIA process.
The document provides an overview of environmental impact assessment (EIA). It defines EIA as assessing the effects of proposed projects on the environment. EIA identifies alternatives and aims to balance economic and environmental costs and benefits. It integrates environmental concerns early in project planning. EIA started as a mandatory regulatory process in the US in 1969 and is now required in over 100 countries. The key stages of EIA are screening, scoping, baseline data collection, impact analysis, mitigation planning, public hearings, decision making, and monitoring. EIA aims to be fair, provide credible information for decisions, and ensure sustainability.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a process that ensures environmental factors are considered early in project planning. It examines both technical/economic and traditional impacts on local communities and biodiversity. EIA is intended to prevent or minimize potentially adverse environmental effects and improve project quality. Projects requiring EIA include agriculture, construction, industries, waste disposal, and developments near protected areas. The EIA process identifies, describes, and assesses a project's direct and indirect effects on humans, wildlife, air/water/soil, climate, landscape, and cultural heritage.
The document is a report from the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) summarizing U.S. refining and storage capacity data from the Energy Information Administration. It details that as of January 1, 2015 there were 137 operating refineries in the U.S. with a total crude distillation capacity of 17.77 million barrels per calendar day. Overall U.S. refining capacity increased by 42,000 barrels per calendar day in 2014. The report includes tables showing refinery capacity and statistics broken down by Petroleum Administration for Defense District and state over the past 5 years.
Ey & Cerebral Business Research Shale Gas Reportarjuncerebral
Surging shale gas production in the US, as well as the possibility of replication of this success worldwide, has the potential
to revolutionize the global energy market. Widely dispersed shale gas reserves indicate the strong potential of shale gas to
emerge as a major alternative source of energy worldwide. According to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA),
technically recoverable shale gas resources globally stand at 7,299 trillion cubic feet (tcf) 1. To put this into perspective, global
natural gas consumption amounted to 116.7 tcf in 20122.
Hydraulic fracturing technology and horizontal drilling have made the revolution possible and continue to be a topic of
debate across the world. Countries such as China, Poland and Argentina view development of shale gas as a key means to
achieve energy security. On the other hand, countries such as France and Bulgaria are concerned about the impact on the
environment and, therefore, continue to impose a moratorium on shale gas-related activities. The hydrocarbon regulatory
regime in most countries was developed prior to the shale boom and relates to conventional exploration and development.
Countries that anticipate an upturn in their shale-related activity may need to modify their existing regulations to include shale
gas or they may have to devise a new regime to govern unconventional resource development.
An issue brief/report from the Manhattan Institute. The 20-page report says now is the time for the U.S. to press its advantage in shale energy. The report's writer, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, Oren Cass, points out the cyclical nature of commodity prices for oil and gas and says even though prices are down now--they won't stay that way. In order to take full advantage of the shale boom, Cass suggests 11 reforms to help craft a smarter U.S. energy policy--one that will amplify the current boom and extend it far into the future.
CRS: U.S. Crude Oil and Natural Gas Production in Federal and Non-Federal AreasMarcellus Drilling News
A report issued on Feb. 28, 2013 by the Congressional Research Service, a branch of the U.S. Congress. The report shows that while oil and natural gas production on private land in the U.S. rose from 2007-2012, production decreased, significantly, on federal lands during the same period. Obama administration policies are partially to blame for the decrease in federal land production.
API Report: Oil and Natural Gas Stimulate American Economic and Job GrowthMarcellus Drilling News
A report from the American Petroleum Institute that shows the incredible number of jobs and resulting economic growth that comes from shale drilling in the U.S. The study keys in on the role of "supply chain" companies--companies that sell good and services to the drilling industry.
This document summarizes the economics, barriers, and risks of developing the large oil shale resources in the United States. It discusses the significant oil shale deposits located primarily in Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming, totaling over 1.8 trillion barrels of recoverable oil. Several emerging technologies are described for both surface and in-situ extraction of oil from shale, including those being tested in the Bureau of Land Management's Research, Development, and Demonstration leasing program by companies like Chevron, Shell, and EGL Resources. The document analyzes the economic viability and impacts of a potential future oil shale industry in the US.
U.S. Petrochemical Industry Future - Upstream - Crude Oil - Logic Versus Fai...Bruce LaCour
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1. Top 100 U.S. Oil and Gas Fields
March 2015
Independent Statistics & Analysis
www.eia.gov
U.S. Department of Energy
Washington, DC 20585
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This report was prepared by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the statistical and
analytical agency within the U.S. Department of Energy. By law, EIA’s data, analyses, and forecasts are
independent of approval by any other officer or employee of the United States Government. The views
in this report therefore should not be construed as representing those of the Department of Energy or
other Federal agencies.
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Table of Contents
Top 100 U.S. Oil and Gas Fields.....................................................................................................................1
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................1
The top 100’s share of U.S. proved reserves in 2013..............................................................................1
Changes since 2009.......................................................................................................................................4
Changes in the top 100 Oil Fields ............................................................................................................4
Changes in the top 100 gas fields ............................................................................................................4
Top 100 fields ranking tables...................................................................................................................4
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Figures
Figure 1. U.S. proved reserves of crude oil and lease condensate, 1993-2013............................................1
Figure 2. U.S. proved reserves of total natural gas, 1993-2013 ...................................................................2
Figure 3. Distribution of U.S. proved reserves, 2013 (in groups of 10) ........................................................3
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Tables
Table 1. Top 100 U.S. oil fields as of December 31, 2013.............................................................................5
Table 2. Top 100 U.S. gas fields as of December 31, 2013 ...........................................................................8
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Top 100 U.S. Oil and Gas Fields
Introduction
This supplement to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) U.S. Crude Oil and Natural Gas Proved
Reserves, 2013 ranks the 100 largest U.S. oil and gas fields by their estimated 2013 proved reserves.
EIA defines a field as “an area consisting of a single reservoir or multiple reservoirs all grouped on, or related
to, the same individual geological structural feature and/or stratigraphic condition. There may be two or more
reservoirs in a field that are separated vertically by intervening impervious strata or laterally by local geologic
barriers, or by both.” This definition is not used by all states in their designation of fields; consequently, areas
classified as individual fields by some states may be found combined in these tables or in the EIA Field Code
Master List.
Particularly in the case of unconventional shale plays for both crude oil and natural gas, multiple areas or fields
may have been combined into one entry within these ranking tables. The resultant field entry in the table is
labeled as an area or unit, e.g., Marcellus Shale Area, Haynesville Shale Unit, Spraberry Trend Area, and
Hugoton Gas Area.
The oil field production and reserves data include both crude oil and lease condensate. The gas field
production and reserves data are total natural gas, wet after lease separation, which is the sum of associated-
dissolved natural gas and nonassociated natural gas with natural gas plant liquids not yet removed.
The top 100’s share of U.S. proved reserves in 2013
The top 100 oil fields as of December 31, 2013, accounted for 20.6 billion barrels of crude oil and lease
condensate proved reserves, which was 56% of the U.S. total (36.5 billion barrels) in 2013 (Figure 1).
Figure 1. U.S. proved reserves of crude oil and lease condensate, 1993-2013
billion barrels
Notes: Annual Reports in 1994-95 featured a reprint of 1993 top 100 fields data. No top 100 fields data were published in 2010-12.
Sources: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Form EIA-23L, Annual Survey of Domestic Oil and Gas Reserves, 2013. U.S. Crude Oil,
Natural Gas, and Natural Gas Liquids Proved Reserves (DOE/EIA-0216), Annual Reports 1993-2009.
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U.S. crude oil and lease condensate proved reserves
Top 100 fields reserves subtotal
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The top 100 gas fields as of December 31, 2013, accounted for 239.7 trillion cubic feet of total natural gas
proved reserves, about 68% of the U.S. total natural gas proved reserves in 2013 (Figure 2).
Figure 2. U.S. proved reserves of total natural gas, 1993-2013
trillion cubic feet
Notes: Annual Reports in 1994-95 featured a reprint of 1993 top 100 fields data. No top 100 fields data were published in 2010-12.
Sources: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Form EIA-23L, Annual Survey of Domestic Oil and Gas Reserves, 2013. U.S. Crude Oil,
Natural Gas, and Natural Gas Liquids Proved Reserves (DOE/EIA-0216), Annual Reports 1993-2009.
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Top 100 fields reserves subtotal
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Figure 3. Distribution of U.S. proved reserves, 2013 (in groups of 10)
percentage of U.S. proved reserves
Note: In some fields, only one or very few operators are the source of proved reserves estimates. Therefore, EIA does not provide field-
specific proved reserves estimates in order to avoid compromising proprietary data. Instead, EIA combines the proved reserves
estimates of the top 100 fields into groups of 10 to provide a sense of the operated concentration of total proved reserves, while still
protecting data sources. Columns may not add to 100% because of independent rounding.
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Form EIA-23L, Annual Survey of Domestic Oil and Gas Reserves, 2013.
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Changes Since 2009
EIA last published its ranking of the top 100 oil and gas fields in 2009.
Changes in the top 100 Oil Fields
In 2009, the United States had 22.3 billion barrels of
crude oil and lease condensate proved reserves, and its
top 100 oil fields had 62.3% of that total, or 13.9 billion
barrels of proved reserves. In 2013, the United States
had 36.5 billion barrels of crude oil and lease
condensate proved reserves, and its top 100 U.S. oil
fields had 56.4% of that total, or 20.6 billion barrels of
proved reserves (Table 1).
Prominent new additions to the top 10 are two fields
from the Eagle Ford Shale Play in Texas, Eagleville and
Briscoe Ranch. Eagleville, discovered in 2009, spans 14
counties in South Texas and is the country’s largest oil
field as ranked by estimated proved reserves. Prudhoe
Bay Field in Alaska (the largest U.S. oil field in 2009)
declined in rank to third place, also behind the
Spraberry Trend Area of Texas.
Changes in the top 100 gas fields
In 2009, the United States had 283.9 trillion cubic feet
(Tcf) of total natural gas proved reserves, and its top
100 gas fields had 60.8% of that total, or 172.7 Tcf of
proved reserves. In 2013, the United States had 354.0
Tcf of total natural gas proved reserves, and its top 100
U.S. gas fields had 67.7% of the total, or 239.7 billion
cubic feet of proved reserves (Table 2).
A notable addition to the top 10 is the Marcellus Shale
Area. This shale gas play currently includes proved
reserves from north central West Virginia and a large
expanse of Pennsylvania—from the southwest corner to
the northeast. The Marcellus Shale Area has surpassed
the Barnett Shale to become the largest U.S. gas field
ranked by estimated proved reserves in 2013.
Top 100 fields ranking tables
The following tables rank the top 100 U.S. oil and gas fields by their 2013 proved reserves, but the field-specific
reserves are not disclosed. Instead, field-specific estimated production volumes (provided by operators) are
offered to give an idea of relative field size.
Also included in the tables are the discovery years of the top 100 fields (Source: U.S. Energy Information
Administration, 2013 Field Code Master List.) For additional reserves information, including breakouts by state
and state subdivision, see the report U.S. Crude Oil and Natural Gas Proved Reserves, 2013.
Eagle Ford Shale Play, Western Gulf Basin
Marcellus Shale Play, Appalachian Basin
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Table 1. Top 100 U.S. oil fields as of December 31, 2013
thousands of barrels of 42 U.S. gallons
2013
Rank Field Name Location
2013 Proved
Reserves
2013 Estimated
Production
Discovery
Year
1 EAGLEVILLE (EAGLE FORD SHALE) TX - 238,050 2009
2 SPRABERRY TREND AREA TX - 99,787 1949
3 PRUDHOE BAY AK - 79,080 1967
4 WATTENBERG CO - 47,259 1970
5 BRISCOE RANCH (EAGLE FORD SHALE) TX - 62,046 1962
6 KUPARUK RIVER AK - 29,487 1969
7 MISSISSIPPI CANYON BLK 778 (THUNDER HORSE) Fed Gulf - 15,833 1999
8 WASSON TX - 19,996 1937
9 BELRIDGE SOUTH CA - 23,703 1911
10 GREEN CANYON BLK 699 (ATLANTIS) Fed Gulf - 27,346 1998
Group 1-10 Volume Subtotal 9,659,688 642,587
11 MISSISSIPPI CANYON BLK 807 (MARS) Fed Gulf - 19,587 1989
12 GREEN CANYON BLK 826 (MAD DOG) Fed Gulf - 11,665 1998
13 SUGARKANE TX - 25,793 2009
14 DE WITT TX - 18,291 1959
15 MIDWAY-SUNSET CA - 28,766 1901
16 KERN RIVER CA - 25,494 1899
17 CAT CANYON CA - 1,187 1909
18 GOLDSMITH TX - 8,492 1935
19 STANLEY (BAKKEN SHALE) ND - 17,587 1977
20 MISSISSIPPI CANYON BLK 854 (URSA) Fed Gulf - 19,396 1991
Group 11-20 Volume Subtotal 2,798,850 176,258
21 CEDAR HILLS MT & ND & SD - 15,880 1951
22 ELK HILLS CA - 12,922 1919
23 WALKER RIDGE BLK 678 (ST. MALO) Fed Gulf - - 2003
24 GREEN CANYON BLK 654 (SHENZI) Fed Gulf - 35,280 2002
25 SLAUGHTER TX - 8,930 1937
26 WILMINGTON CA - 13,801 1932
27 GREEN CANYON BLK 640 (TAHITI) Fed Gulf - 24,808 2002
28 SANISH (BAKKEN SHALE) ND - 23,832 1953
29 MONUMENT BUTTE UT - 5,452 1964
30 SIVERSTON ND - 3,782 2006
Group 21-30 Volume Subtotal 1,891,056 144,687
31 HEART BUTTE ND - 7,825 1994
32 RUSSIAN CREEK (BAKKEN SHALE) ND - 307 1978
33 BANKS ND - 4,912 1982
34 ELM COULEE (BAKKEN SHALE) MT - 11,793 2000
35 WALKER RIDGE BLK 508 (STONES) Fed Gulf - - 2005
36 HONDO Fed Pacific - 5,335 1969
37 ALPINE AK - 13,496 1994
38 LEVELLAND TX - 6,424 1945
39 SALT CREEK WY - 4,051 1889
40 ALTAMONT-BLUEBELL UT - 5,498 1949
Group 31-40 Volume Subtotal 1 ,358,894 59,641
41 TRUAX ND - 4,011 1990
42 SEMINOLE TX - 7,106 1936
43 ALAMINOS CANYON BLK 857 (GREAT WHITE) Fed Gulf - 23,360 2002
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Table 1. Top 100 U.S. oil fields as of December 31, 2013 (cont.)
thousands of barrels of 42 U.S. gallons
2013
Rank Field Name Location
2013
Proved
Reserves
2013 Estimated
Production
Discovery
Year
44 LIN TX - 8,186 1984
45 CYMRIC CA - 14,306 1916
46 FUHRMAN-MASCHO TX - 7,277 1930
47 WARD-ESTES NORTH TX - 3,694 1927
48 LOST HILLS CA - 10,242 1910
49 EAST FORK ND - 2,476 1984
50 WEST SAK AK - 5,755 1969
Group 41-50 Volume Subtotal 1,140,424 86,413
51 SHO-VEL-TUM OK - 6,116 1905
52 WALKER RIDGE BLK 29 (BIG FOOT) Fed Gulf - - 2009
53 HOWARD-GLASSCOCK TX - 3,519 1925
54 REUNION BAY ND - 4,407 2008
55 SAN ARDO CA - 7,229 1947
56 MISSISSIPPI CANYON BLK 503 (WHO DAT) Fed Gulf - 8,808 2007
57 ALGER ND - 8,294 2008
58 ANTELOPE ND - 3,737 1953
59 VENTURA CA - 5,115 1916
60 HOBBS NM & TX - 3,441 1928
Group 51-60 Volume Subtotal 971,942 50,666
61 BLUE BUTTES ND - 4,930 1955
62 GREEN CANYON BLK 903 (HEIDELBERG) Fed Gulf - - 2009
63 WALKER RIDGE BLK 627 (JULIA) Fed Gulf - - 2007
64 ALKALI CREEK ND - 2,348 1990
65 NIKAITCHUQ AK - 4,820 2004
66 HAWKVILLE (EAGLE FORD SHALE) TX - 8,226 2009
67 WOLFBONE TREND TX - 3,925 2008
68 CAMP ND - 4,308 1982
69 GRAIL ND - 3,223 2008
70 CHARLSON ND - 2,563 1952
Group 61-70 Volume Subtotal 825,350 34,343
71 MILNE POINT AK - 6,730 1982
72 YATES TX - 7,484 1926
73 MISSISSIPPI CANYON BLK 383 (NAKIKA - KEPLER) Fed Gulf - 21,206 1987
74 SACATE Fed Pacific - 3,093 1970
75 GREEN CANYON BLK 562 (K2) Fed Gulf - 3,586 2002
76 COALINGA CA - 5,660 1887
77 MCGREGORY BUTTES ND - 5,044 2008
78 PHANTOM TX - 10,421 1976
79 HASTINGS WEST TX - 2,032 1958
80 EMPIRE NM - 3,516 1945
Group 71-80 Volume Subtotal 713,225 68,772
81 KERN FRONT CA - 3,187 1925
82 GARDEN BANKS BLK 426 (AUGER) Fed Gulf - 2,415 1987
83 GARDEN CITY SOUTH TX - 3,464 1964
84 MURPHY CREEK ND - 5,111 1982
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Table 1. Top 100 U.S. oil fields as of December 31, 2013 (cont.)
thousands of barrels of 42 U.S. gallons
2013
Rank Field Name Location
2013
Proved
Reserves
2013 Estimated
Production
Discovery
Year
85 PINEDALE WY - 4,024 1955
86 GREATER ANETH UT - 4,131 1956
87 INGLEWOOD CA - 2,733 1924
88 GREEN CANYON BLK 683 (CAESAR - TONGA) Fed Gulf - 3,840 2006
89 FULLERTON TX - 4,010 1942
90 GIDDINGS TX - 8,247 1960
Group 81-90 Volume Subtotal 649,082 41,162
91 COWDEN NORTH TX - 3,378 1930
92 DORA ROBERTS TX - 1,790 1954
93 HOLT RANCH TX - 1,937 1954
94 JONAH WY - 2,270 1977
95 ROBINSON LAKE ND - 3,319 2006
96 HUNTINGTON BEACH CA - 2,251 1920
97 MISSISSIPPI CANYON BLK 84 (KING - HORN MT.) Fed Gulf - 6,151 1999
98 POSO CREEK CA - 3,325 1929
99 WALKER RIDGE BLK 469 (CHINOOK) Fed Gulf - 2,326 2003
100 FORT TRINIDAD TX - 2,096 1952
Group 91-100 Volume Subtotal 599,726 28,843
Top 100 Oil Fields Volume Subtotal 20,608,237 1,333,372
Top 100 Percentage of U.S. Total 56.4% 48.9%
U.S. TOTAL CRUDE OIL & LEASE CONDENSATE (2013) 36,520,000 2,729,000
Note: In some fields, only one or very few operators are the source of proved reserves estimates. Therefore, EIA does not provide field-
specific proved reserves estimates in order to avoid compromising proprietary data. Instead, EIA combines the proved reserves
estimates of the top 100 fields into groups of 10 to provide a sense of the operated concentration of total proved reserves, while still
protecting data sources.
Source of proved reserves and estimated production: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Form EIA-23L, Annual Survey of Domestic
Oil and Gas Reserves, 2013. Field production estimates are reported by operators. The estimated production total in this table differs
slightly from the official EIA 2013 U.S. total production estimate (2,717,876,000 barrels). Source of field discovery years: U.S. Energy
Information Administration, Field Code Master List 2013.
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Table 2. Top 100 U.S. gas fields as of December 31, 2013
million cubic feet at 14.73 psia and 60 degrees Fahrenheit
2013
Rank Field Name Location
2013 Proved
Reserves
2013 Estimated
Production
Discovery
Year
1 MARCELLUS SHALE AREA PA & WV - 2,836,043 2008
2 NEWARK EAST (BARNETT SHALE) TX - 1,951,750 1981
3 B-43 AREA (FAYETTEVILLE SHALE) AR - 1,025,153 2005
4 SAN JUAN BASIN GAS AREA CO & NM - 1,024,962 1927
5 HAYNESVILLE SHALE UNIT LA - 1,425,661 2008
6 PINEDALE WY - 568,153 1955
7 CARTHAGE TX - 653,093 1936
8 JONAH WY - 239,233 1977
9 WATTENBERG CO - 304,540 1970
10 PRUDHOE BAY AK - 147,554 1967
Group 1 -10 Volume Subtotal 144,614,724 10,176,142
11 SPRABERRY TREND AREA TX - 307,295 1949
12 EAGLEVILLE (EAGLE FORD SHALE) TX - 435,200 2009
13 BRISCOE RANCH (EAGLE FORD SHALE) TX - 463,182 1962
14 NATURAL BUTTES UT - 277,901 1940
15 HUGOTON GAS AREA KS & OK & TX - 222,304 1922
16 MAMM CREEK CO - 133,950 1959
17 HAWKVILLE (EAGLE FORD SHALE) TX - 213,946 2008
18 ARDMORE OK - 5,191 1942
19 ANADARKO BASIN (WOODFORD) OK - 136,085 2008
20 FOGARTY CREEK WY - 29,127 1975
Group 11-20 Volume Subtotal 36,652,912 2,224,181
21 OWEN TX - 89,055 1968
22 LAKE RIDGE WY - 13,254 1981
23 SUGARKANE TX - 155,603 2009
24 WATONGA-CHICKASHA TREND OK - 123,653 1948
25 PRB COAL BED MT & WY - 303,385 1992
26 DE WITT TX - 97,866 1959
27 RULISON CO - 117,742 1958
28 GRAND VALLEY CO - 132,330 1985
29 ANTRIM (ANTRIM SHALE) MI - 102,076 1965
30 BIG SANDY KY & WV - 66,667 1926
Group 21 - 30 Volume Subtotal 16,501,143 1,201,631
31 STILES RANCH OK & TX - 138,838 1978
32 PARACHUTE CO - 98,863 1985
33 MADDEN WY - 74,301 1968
34 KNOX OK - 42,959 1916
35 GATES RANCH TX - 66,277 1968
36 OAKWOOD VA - 63,293 1990
37 RATON BASIN GAS AREA CO & NM - 110,491 1998
38 TERRYVILLE LA - 27,020 1959
39 LOWER MOBILE BAY AREA AL & Fed Gulf - 83,182 1979
40 GOLDEN TREND OK - 43,388 1945
Group 31-40 Volume Subtotal 10,615,858 748,612
41 WAYNESBURG PA - 10,364 1889
42 ARMENIA PA - 83,440 2008
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Table 2. Top 100 U.S. gas fields as of December 31, 2013 (cont.)
million cubic feet at 14.73 psia and 60 degrees Fahrenheit
2013
Rank Field Name Location
2013 Proved
Reserves
2013 Estimated
Production
Discovery
Year
43 BRUFF WY - 50,591 1969
44 BEAR GRASS TX - 54,309 1977
45 HERRICK PA - 79,854 2008
46 ELK HILLS CA - 88,681 1919
47 FREESTONE TX - 53,831 1949
48 PINE HOLLOW SOUTH OK - 62,443 1959
49 ELM GROVE LA - 33,742 1916
50 PARACHUTE NORTH CO - 52,247 2007
Group 41-50 Volume Subtotal 7,823,926 569,502
51 BUFFALO WALLOW TX - 56,351 1969
52 ECHO SPRINGS WY - 33,677 1976
53 CHAPITA WELLS UT - 2,351 1952
54 BIG RUN-BIRCHFIELD WV - 21,971 1905
55 NORA VA - 38,988 1949
56 WAMSUTTER WY - 39,529 1958
57 BALD PRAIRIE TX - 57,381 1976
58 OAK HILL TX - 60,051 1958
59 SAWYER TX - 39,768 1960
60 MAJORSVILLE PA & WV - 644 1905
Group 51-60 Volume Subtotal 6,693,930 350,711
61 STRONG CITY DISTRICT OK - 53,679 1966
62 STANDARD DRAW WY - 30,235 1979
63 CASPIANA LA - 37,287 1925
64 JOHN AMORUSO TX - 24,567 2005
65 CHEROKEE WEST OK - 32,378 1956
66 WILD ROSE WY - 27,265 1975
67 AUBURN WV - 17,781 1923
68 FRENCHIE DRAW WY - 19,904 1961
69 RILEY RIDGE WY - 50 1980
70 GIDDINGS TX - 64,523 1960
Group 61-70 Volume Subtotal 5,223,468 307,669
71 WASSON TX - 31,042 1937
72 COALGATE NE OK - 21,611 2003
73 YELLOWJACKET CO - 62,381 2009
74 BEND NORTH PA - 2,343 1951
75 RED WASH UT - 13,738 1959
76 GOLDSMITH TX - 24,538 1935
77 FARRAR TX - 40,429 1963
78 TIP TOP WY - 11,069 1928
79 TRAIL WY - 15,478 1958
80 MISSISSIPPI CANYON BLK 854 (URSA) Fed Gulf - 27,984 1991
Group 71-80 Volume Subtotal 4,269,831 250,613
81 LOVE RANCH CO - 29,322 1999
82 MISSISSIPPI CANYON BLK 807 (MARS) Fed Gulf - 20,458 1989
83 LIN TX - 29,391 1984
84 MOUNDSVILLE WV - 23,839 1887
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Table 2. Top 100 U.S. gas fields as of December 31, 2013 (cont.)
million cubic feet at 14.73 psia and 60 degrees Fahrenheit
2013
Rank Field Name Location
2013 Proved
Reserves
2013 Estimated
Production
Discovery
Year
85 MENDOTA NW TX - 40,467 1962
86 LIPSCOMB OK & TX - 37,358 1957
87 TIERNEY WY - 14,006 1973
88 VEGA NORTH CO - 19,718 1977
89 KEATHLEY CANYON BLK 964 (HADRIAN SOUTH) Fed Gulf - - 2009
90 MAYFIELD NE OK - 37,569 1951
Group 81-90 Volume Subtotal 3,787,022 252,128
91 HILLTOP RESORT TX - 23,585 2007
92 GRUGAN PA - 33,952 1982
93 BELLEVERNON PA - 4,062 1887
94 GARDEN CITY SOUTH TX - 14,345 1964
95 VERNON LA - 23,978 1967
96 PENNSBORO-TOLLGATE WV - 11,046 -
97 SHO-VEL-TUM OK - 24,449 1905
98 TEAGUE (CV-BOSSIER CONS.) TX - 32,319 1945
99 PICEANCE CREEK CO - 26,326 1930
100 ALAMINOS CANYON BLK 857 (GREAT WHITE) Fed Gulf - 34,350 2002
Group 91-100 Volume Subtotal 3,473,473 228,412
TOP 100 GAS FIELDS VOLUME SUBTOTAL 239,656,287 16,309,601
Top 100 Percentage of U.S. Total 67.7% 61.6%
U.S. TOTAL NATURAL GAS (2013) 353,994,000 26,467,000
Note: In some fields, only one or very few operators are the source of proved reserves estimates. Therefore EIA does not provide field-
specific proved reserves estimates in order to avoid compromising proprietary data. Instead, EIA combines the proved reserves
estimates of the top 100 fields into groups of 10 to provide a sense of the operated concentration of total proved reserves, while still
protecting data sources. Marcellus Shale Area was calculated from estimates of shale gas of Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Source of proved reserves and estimated production: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Form EIA-23L, Annual Survey of Domestic
Oil and Gas Reserves, 2013. The estimated production total in this table differs slightly from the official EIA 2013 U.S. marketed gas
production estimate (27,259,815,000,000 cubic feet).
Source of field discovery years: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Field Code Master List 2013.
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Top 100 fields location maps
Locations of the top 100 oil and gas fields of 2013 are shown on the following maps. Many fields appear on
both maps because they have significant volumes of both hydrocarbons.