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Quicksilver Talks Barnett Timeline; Seeks Partners for West TX Project

Quicksilver Resources Inc. has reported an update on its Texas operations, including the Barnett Shale and West Texas.
Barnett ShaleThe company drilled one well in the second quarter, which, together with two nearby previously drilled wells, are expected to be completed and connected to sales early in the third quarter. In addition, the company expects to drill up to seven more wells during 2013 in the Barnett beginning in the third quarter, though these wells are not expected to be completed until 2014.
West TexasThe company is progressing with the effort to attract outside capital for the West Texas Asset and expects a minimal drilling program until partners are secured.
Quicksilver holds approximately 126,000 net acres across the Delaware and Midland basins of West Texas, which the…
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