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OhioNET: A Decade of Induced Seismicity Monitoring in Ohio

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OhioNET: A Decade of Induced Seismicity Monitoring in Ohio

Steven L. Dade

Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Oil & Gas Resources Management (DOGRM)

Since the development of the OhioNET seismic network in 2012, there have been numerous induced seismicity cases identified across Ohio. To cope and prepare for the increased need for regulatory oversight, much of the work done with OhioNET focuses on generating high quality seismic data to guarantee the ability to accurately evaluate seismic events in or near real-time for both wastewater disposal areas and unconventional oil and gas producing zones in Ohio. As induced seismicity has evolved as a field of study over the last decade, there have been many challenges posed to regulators, industry, and academia on how to best manage, mitigate and take proactive steps to build a culture of safety surrounding oil and gas extraction. By implementing best practice strategies developed through collaborations, ODNR has demonstrated improvements in regulatory policies and framework for oil and gas operations in the Utica shale and contributed to an overall seismic risk reduction for the state.

Session: Understanding and Managing Induced Seismicity [Poster]

Type: Poster

Date: 4/19/2023

Presentation Time: 08:00 AM (local time)

Presenting Author: Steven L. Dade

Student Presenter: No

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