Unveiling America’s Energy Powerhouses: USGS-Backed List of Oil and Gas Formations and Their Capacities

By Stephen Zogopoulos, USNN World News

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) lists of some major oil and gas formations in the United States along with their approximate capacities as of my last knowledge update.

1. Permian Basin: Located primarily in West Texas and southeastern New Mexico, the Permian Basin is one of the largest oil and gas formations in the United States. Its production capacity is estimated to be several million barrels of oil equivalent per day.
2. Eagle Ford Shale: Situated in South Texas, the Eagle Ford Shale is known for its oil and natural gas production. Its production capacity is estimated to be several hundred thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day.
3. Bakken Formation: Located in North Dakota and extending into Montana and Canada, the Bakken Formation is a significant oil-producing region. Its production capacity is estimated to be several hundred thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day.
4. Marcellus Shale: Stretching across several states including Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio, the Marcellus Shale is a major natural gas formation. Its production capacity is estimated to be several billion cubic feet of natural gas per day.
5. Haynesville Shale: Situated primarily in Louisiana and Texas, the Haynesville Shale is another important natural gas formation. Its production capacity is estimated to be several billion cubic feet of natural gas per day.
6. Utica Shale: Located mainly in Ohio and extending into Pennsylvania and West Virginia, the Utica Shale is known for its natural gas production. Its production capacity is estimated to be several billion cubic feet of natural gas per day.

It’s important to note that these capacities are approximate. For the most current and accurate information, I recommend consulting official sources like the United States Geological Survey (USGS) or other industry reports.