Barnett
Shale | Up Close and Personal
Most likely you’ve seen a number of drilling rigs
popping up all around the North Texas area. You’ve
probably also heard talk regarding natural gas
exploration of the Barnett Shale. And you’re thinking
to yourself, “What is this all about?” You want
to know more, but don’t know where to look for
answers or even what questions to ask.
That’s why DFW TexStar Land Services, L.L.C. has
created a special Q&A series and website to
ensure that North Texans are well informed and
can benefit from this incredible opportunity.
Together, we’re Helping Move America’s Resources!
Q. What is the Barnett
Shale?
A.The Barnett Shale is a geologic formation of
sedimentary rocks that contain natural gas. Experts
suggest that it may be the largest onshore natural
gas field in North America. The Barnett Shale
has already produced more than 2.5 trillion cubic
feet of natural gas – enough to produce the energy
needed to heat every home in Texas for years to
come – and is expected to produce an additional
30 trillion cubic feet of natural gas resources.
Q. Where
exactly is it?
A.The formation is estimated to stretch across
20 counties in north central Texas, covering approximately
5,000 square miles. The major portion of potential
development is located directly beneath Tarrant
County, about a mile and a half underground.
Q. How
are drillsites selected?
A.Drillsites are selected based on a number of
factors: availability of land suitable to drill
on, city permits, proximity to buildings, parks,
and other infrastructure, geologic considerations,
proximity to natural gas pipelines or the feasibility
of installing new pipelines, as well as the companies’
lease position in the area. Ultimately, energy
companies strive to select sites that are least-intrusive
to daily life.
Q. How
is it going to impact me?
A.From a physical standpoint, minor short-term
disruptions may occur onsite, just like any typical
urban construction project, but the majority of
residents will experience few, if any, changes
to daily life. The drilling is designed to have
minimum impact on the environment and new pipelines
pose no more danger than the common public natural
gas lines that already service most neighborhoods.
Economically, you will notice a big difference
as natural gas production brings millions of dollars
in revenues, new jobs and income stream to local
property owners, municipalities and other taxing
jurisdictions.
Q. How
can I get involved?
A.Learning more is easy. To send us your question,
email info@dfwtexstar.net. If you’re interested
in leasing your minerals, include your property
address email us at leasing@dfwtexstar.net
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