How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the well depth in feet (ft).
- Input the fracture height in feet (ft).
- Specify the reservoir porosity as a percentage (%)
- Enter the reservoir storativity (dimensionless value).
- Input the target flow rate in gallons per day (gal/day).
- Enter the fracturing duration in days.
- Click the "Calculate" button to determine the required strike water volume.
Understanding the Results
The calculator provides three key outputs:
- Strike Water Volume: The total volume of water required for the fracturing operation in gallons (gal).
- Required Daily Flow: The daily flow rate needed to achieve the specified fracturing volume within the given duration.
- Water Usage Efficiency: A measure of water utilization effectiveness in gallons per gallon (gal/gal).
Principle of Calculation
This calculator uses the formula for strike water volume in hydraulic fracturing:
V = (H × D × φ × S) / (1.54 × Q × t)
Where:
- V = Strike Water Volume
- H = Fracture Height
- D = Well Depth
- φ = Reservoir Porosity
- S = Reservoir Storativity
- Q = Target Flow Rate
- t = Fracturing Duration
Applications
This calculator is useful for:
- Planning hydraulic fracturing operations
- Estimating water requirements for water management
- Optimizing water usage efficiency in oil and gas production
- Environmental impact assessment