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Chesapeake to Complete 205 Wells in 2022; 10 to 15 Rigs Running
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Chesapeake Energy Corp. reported its detailed 2022 capital plan and guidance.
2022 Plan- Capex: $1.5-1.8 billion - up 20% vs. 2021 (pro forma Vine / Chief acquisitions)
- Rigs Running: 10-15 rigs running
Marcellus: 4-5 rigs Eagle Ford: 1-4 rigs Haynesville: 5-6 rigs- Well Plans (gross): Drill / Complete 190-220 wells - up 48% vs. 2021
Marcellus: Drill / Complete 80-95 wells - up 6% vs. 2021 Eagle Ford: Drill / Complete 45-65 wells - up 358% vs. 2021 Haynesville: Drill / Complete 60-75 wells - up 70% vs. 2021- Production: 670-690 MBOEPD
Oil Production: 18.5-20.5 MBOPD Natural Gas Production: 1,315-1,345 Mmcf/d NGL Production: 6.5-7.5 MBbls/d- Production…
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