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Is well classification determined solely by gas-oil ratio (GOR)?

Can a gas well produce oil and still remain classified as a gas well?

Can historical well classifications be evaluated using today's rules?

What is one of the most common misconceptions about well classification?

Well Fluid Classification, Licensee Obligations and IWCP Updates

Well Licensing

Apr 1, 2016

This April 2016 newsletter discusses the AER release of Manual 014 for liquid classification and well status fluid type determination for oil and gas wells. It also announces Benoit Regulatory’s strategic alliance with Acipenser Resources, summarizes AER Bulletin 2016-10 regarding licensee obligations in insolvency situations, and covers AER planning updates, OGC isotope gas analyses, groundwater protection elevations, IWCP program reminders, and reclamation reporting changes.

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