It is worthwhile noting that vertical fracturing is a crucial factor in the success of Austin Chalk wells in the established fields to the north due to their relatively lower matrix porosity in the Chalk when compared to the Sugarkane area.
that is the key to it all, the sugarkane has relatively high matrix porosity
you cannot compare the regular chalk plays in the austin chalks to this little gem.. its unique..
jj,
Exactly as stated by the blessed Charles all those West Texan full moons ago:-
“The porosity is just about double from what is normally found NE of our well location. Some folks have successfully produced with as low as 3% porosity. We have 9 to 12% porosity”