| Tier | Signal | Date | Service Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 2 |
Well completion via wet shoe assembly placed at least 150' from section line ๐ Directional Plan Overview Non-standard completion design choice for Bakken horizontal wells, optimizing frac-out capability and regulatory spacing |
Unknown | Completions / Frac |
| Tier 3 |
Operator confirms no use of diesel fuel in hydraulic fracture stimulation ๐ Statement Regarding Hydraulic Fracture Stimulation Explicit commitment to diesel-free frac, diverging from some industry practices and aligning with NDIC memo |
2026-03-31 | Completions / Frac |
| Tier 3 |
Directional drilling plan submitted with anti-collision analysis against offset wells ๐ Anticollision Report Detailed anti-collision planning indicates high-risk proximity to existing wells, requiring precise trajectory control |
2026-03-19 | Directional Drilling |
| Tier 3 |
Operator required to contact NDIC Field Inspector Jason Hicks prior to location constructionโฐ TIME-SENSITIVE ๐ Permit Stipulations Indicates mandatory pre-construction regulatory engagement, revealing operator intent for proactive compliance in a regulated basin |
Unknown | General Oilfield Services |