... Abstract: This paper addresses ARCO Alaska's successful program of drilling smaller holes for 13.375 inch [339.73 mm] surface casing strings. Data is presented from wells drilled by Arco Alaska Inc. on the Alaska North Slope along with a detailed breakdown of cost reductions in cement, rig, bit...

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... ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to evaluate available technologies for closure of solid oily waste sites located on the North Slope of Alaska. Most of these wastes are associated with petroleum sludges, drilling muds, and contaminated sand and gravel. In the arctic, below-ground lined...

... ABSTRACT A case history and design review of the Kuparuk River Module Crossing and its refrigerated foundation are presented. The Kuparuk Crossing incorporated a number of design and construction innovations to meet the challenges of bridging a major Alaskan North Slope river. Among...

..., reduction of waste, and recycling of a natural resource can be achieved. In order to adequately assess the compatibility of drill cuttings with the North Slope environment, information regarding the chemical composition of background soils is required. This paper reports on the work done by ARCO Alaska...

... ABSTRACT In the early 1980s the State of Alaska's Department of Environmental Conservation determined that drilling waste disposal practices at the oil fields on the North Slope were not adequately protecting the environment. New regulations were promulgated in October, 1987 that required...