Offshore staff
(GoM) - Total announces successful results from its Alaminos Canyon Block 856 No. 1 well in the Gulf of Mexico.
The block is located approximately 140 mi east of the Texas coast.
Drilled in 7,600 ft of water to a total depth of 14,600 ft, the well encountered approximately 290 ft of pay in two oil-bearing zones.
An appraisal well will be drilled to further assess the extent of the accumulation.
Total E&P USA Inc. is the operator with a 70% interest. Nexen Inc. holds the remaining 30%.
04/27/06
