Post-Fracture Performance Diagnostics for Gas Wells with Finite-Conductivity Vertical Fractures Conference Paper uri icon

abstract

  • AbstractThis paper presents an integrated technique for evaluating the production performance of gas wells with finite-conductivity vertical fractures. Our methodology combines conventional pressure transient test analysis with new material balance decline type curves developed specifically for gas wells with finite-conductivity, vertical fractures. We utilize short-term pressure buildup test analysis to enhance the production data analysis, particularly for interpretation of early-time transient flow behavior. We illustratewith several field casesthat both techniques can be integrated to provide not only a more consistent and systematic analysis methodology, but also a more accurate assessment of stimulation effectiveness.

name of conference

  • All Days

published proceedings

  • All Days

author list (cited authors)

  • Rushing, J. A., Sullivan, R. B., & Blasingame, T. A.

citation count

  • 9

complete list of authors

  • Rushing, JA||Sullivan, RB||Blasingame, TA

publication date

  • September 2005