Abstract
The design, results, and analysis of a steamdrive pilot in the South Belridge diatomite, Kem County, California, are reviewed. Pilot results demonstrate that steam can be injected across a 1,000-ft-tall diatomite column using hydraulically fractured wells and that significant oil is produced in response to steaming. A computationally simple numerical model is proposed and used to analyze reservoir heating and volumetric sweep by steam. Results from the analysis show that hydraulic fractures undergoing steam injection can be dynamic and asymmetrical.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 100-105 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | SPE Production and Facilities |
Volume | 12 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 1997 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Fuel Technology
- Energy Engineering and Power Technology