scholarly journals Integrated Approach to Pore Pressure and Fracture Pressure Prediction Using Well Logs: Case Study of Onshore Niger-Delta Sedimentary Basin

2016 ◽  
Vol 06 (10) ◽  
pp. 1279-1295 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cyril Ngozi Nwankwo ◽  
Stephen Onoh Kalu
Author(s):  
Aniefiok Sylvester Akpan ◽  
Francisca Nneka Okeke ◽  
Daniel Nnaemeka Obiora ◽  
Nyakno Jimmy George

Abstract 3D seismic volume and two well logs data labelled Bonna-6 and Bonna-8 were employed in the inversion process. The data set was simultaneously inverted to produce P- and S-impedances, density, VP −  VS, and PI seismic attributes. An average “c” term value of 1.37 was obtained from the inverse of the slope of the crossplot of P-impedance versus S-impedance for Bonna-6 and Bonna-8 wells. This value was employed in the inversion process to generate the PI attribute, which aided in reducing the non-uniqueness inherent in discriminating the probable reservoir sands. Five seismic attributes slices were generated to ascertain the superiority of each attribute in delineating the probable reservoir sand. These attributes were: density, S-impedance, P-impedance, VP− VS ratio and PI. These attributes reveal low value of density (1.96 − 2.14 g/cc), P-impedance (1.8 × 104 − 2.1 × 104) ft/s*g/cc, S-impedance (9.2 × 103 − 1.1 × 104) ft/s*g/cc, VP − VS (1.65 − 1.72) and PI (4.9 × 103 − 5.1 × 104) ft/s*g/cc around the area inferred to be hydrocarbon saturated reservoir. Although the attributes considered reveals the same zone suspected to be probable hydrocarbon zone, PI gives a better discrimination when compared to other attributes. A distinctive spread and demarcation of the delineated hydrocarbon sand are observed in the PI attribute slice.


2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Sakulraungsri ◽  
P. Boonyasatphan ◽  
K. Rungsai ◽  
S. Sa-nguanphon ◽  
P. Som-in ◽  
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2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 76 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aniwetalu Emmanuel ◽  
Anakwuba Emmanuel ◽  
Ilechukwu Juliet N ◽  
Chidozie Okoye

The variations of pore pressure in Fabi Field Onshore Niger delta have been investigated using well log and seismic data. The both data were calibrated to ensure reasonable match in depth. Zones of overpressure were predicted from the well logs based on the deviations of petrophysical measurement from normal compaction trends. The lateral variations of the overpressure were delineated from seismic data through elastic impedance inversion. Overpressure cube was delineated from the inverted volumes through points of picked horizons. The results of the study revealed overpressure occurrence in well logs at depth level of 8625ft to 9000ft. The elastic impedance inversion presents overpressure variations beyond well control point at the depth level of about 1940-1140ms corresponding to very high impedance value of about 25540-27067ft/s*g/cc. The area extents of the positive anomalies (increase in elastic impedance) are mostly consistent with overpressure zones. Overpressure zones were also estimated from the seismic data between 1560ms -1600ms within the TRK-1 and TRK-2 horizon which also correspond to the well control points (8625ft to nearly 9000ft). The velocity and density crossplots revealed that undercompaction is the main overpressure generating mechanism in Fabi Field, although other parts of the field revealed unloading mechanism.


2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 5
Author(s):  
Udo K. I ◽  
George N. J ◽  
Akankpo A. O ◽  
Azuoko G. B ◽  
Aka M.U

Fracture pressure gradient is one of the essential parameters used in determining mud weight profiles during drilling operations. We have determined fracture pressure gradients from well logs obtained from three producing wells in Onshore Niger Delta using an empirical model. Key logs needed for the prediction were conditioned and quality controlled to meet the standard required for reliable results. The true vertical stress, normal compaction trend and compressional shale velocity trends were generated from the logs (density and sonic logs). Poison’s ratio was obtained from compressional and shear wave velocities derived from sonic log. Pore pressures in the three wells were then predicted using Eaton’s Method. The predicted pore pressures, overburden pressures and poison’s ratio were used to determine fracture pressures using Ben Eaton’s Model. Results showed that there is a suitable drilling margin at all depths only in well G-005. Drilling well A-001 to a depth of 10962.81 ft and K-001 to a depth of 12626.9 ft will fracture the formations because the fluid pressures at those depths approximate the fracture pressures of 8536.7psi and 9506 psi with corresponding gradients of 0.78 psi/ft and 0.75 psi/ft respectively. The implication is that drilling deeper in the field will results in very low seal capacity magnitudes, thereby presenting a higher risk of top-seal failure.  


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