Oil and Gas Developments in Ohio in 1958

Sixty-two more wells were completed this year than in 1957. Initial gas discoveries were 93,000,000 cu. ft./D greater and oil discoveries were about 2,000 bbls./D less. Increase in gas is due to 75 additional gas-well completions and an increase in volume discovered in combination wells. Oil-well completions (including oil in combination wells) for the past 2 years are comparable in number and average initial production. The most significant deep-test during the year, to explore formations below the Black River in Hinckley Township, Medina County, was being drilled and ultimately reached total depth of 7,040 ft. Production was found from 5,775 to 5,790 ft. and testing is now in process.