WRIGHT NO1
David out on location at Wright No1 after drilling.
Below from my linkedin post
Just over a year ago the MB Energy, LLC Wright No 1 came online. This was the very first well I ever put my money in to. The initial amount invested was $19,885 - $14,318 Dry Hole cost and $5,567 for completions. We (working interest partners) received a $3,296 reimbursement for coming in under AFE. Bringing the total investment to $16,589 for 1%. Since then the well has paid back $8,772.92. So another $7,815 to go to break even. the last 30 days the well has avg about 60 bbls of oil a day and 40 water.
NOW this has been the best well of the three thus far stay tuned for the others.
Inside this beautiful Gatorade bottle is a little bit of the oil produced from the Wright No. 1. I have an idea for a more aesthetic container just need to get it done. Will keep yall posted on that project as well.
Well Summary:
Wright #1 Project Summary – Hutchins-Kubela Field
Location: Wharton County, Texas
Operator: MB Energy, LLC
Target Formation: Frio Sands (4650 and 5300)
Spud Date: July 20, 2023
Total Depth (TD): 6,000’
API #: 42-481-35489
Project Overview
The Wright #1 well, drilled by MB Energy, LLC in the Hutchins-Kubela Field of Wharton County, Texas, successfully identified and produced from a previously untested oil-bearing zone, the Frio “4650” sand. The project combined thorough geologic analysis, modern logging techniques, and precise drilling execution to unlock new reserves within an area known for its historic oil production.
Key Operations and Results
Drilling:
Surface Hole: Drilled to 737’ with 8-5/8” casing cemented to surface.
Main Hole: Resumed drilling with a 7-7/8” bit, reaching Total Depth (TD) of 6,000’ on July 31, 2023.
Maximum mud weight: 10.4 ppg.
Evaluation:
Wireline Logs: Composite logs confirmed two key zones of interest—
Frio 4650 Sand (Primary): 4,654’-4,660’
Frio 5300 Sand (Secondary): 5,269’-5,285’
Sidewall Cores:
Frio 4650 sand exhibited exceptional quality with 1298.1 md average permeability and 28.5% porosity, peaking at 3000 md with 36.4% porosity.
Sidewall analysis confirmed 25.4% oil by pore volume with live crude at 23° API gravity.
Completion:
The well was perforated in the Frio 4650 sand from 4,657’ to 4,659.5’ on August 16, 2023.
After initial swabbing, the well began flowing 100% oil with a flowback rate of 120 BOPD (barrels of oil per day) and 31 Mcf/day of gas on an 8/64” choke.
Production was steady with no water cut and higher-than-expected oil quality at 26° API.
Facilities Work:
Installation of production infrastructure including tanks, heater treaters, flowlines, and gas lift systems.
Gas lift optimization completed in April 2024 to maintain steady production.
Production Performance
Initial Production Rate (Aug 2023): 120 BOPD, 31 Mcf/day, no water.
Peak Production Rate (May 2024): 134 BOPD, 60 Mcf/day via gas lift.
Cumulative Production (as of April 2024):
18,114 barrels of oil
2,564 Mcf of gas
Significance and Discovery
The Frio 4650 sand represents a significant discovery in an area historically developed only to the overlying Gilcrease sand, which had previously produced over 365,101 barrels of oil. The new pay zone was confirmed through modern logging and sidewall core analysis, showing strong production potential with exceptional reservoir quality.
The Frio 5300 sand, identified as a 16-foot gas-bearing interval, further demonstrates the potential of deeper Frio targets. While not immediately produced, it remains a strong candidate for future completions or offset wells.
What We Learned
The Wright #1 highlights the value of revisiting proven fields with modern technology. This project validated the existence of previously overlooked pay zones, demonstrating the importance of detailed geologic mapping and thorough well evaluation.
Conclusion
The Wright #1 well is a successful step-out discovery that unlocked new reserves in the Hutchins-Kubela Field. By targeting the untested Frio sands, the project delivered consistent oil production and proved the economic viability of deeper intervals in the area. This well stands as a testament to how modern techniques can breathe new life into historic fields and create new opportunities for sustained production.
Results like these inspire us to keep pushing forward and exploring what’s possible.