FURTHER EXPLORATION FOR GAS WARRANTED IN COLUMBIA BASIN

Newell P. Campbell Consulting petroleum geologist Yakima, Wash. Stephen P. Reidel Washington State University Pasco, Wash. Nearly 5 years have passed since the last wildcat well was drilled in the Columbia basin of central Washington. Although drilling ceased, exploration activities continue on a limited scale. In this report we assess the drilling results (now public information) and describe geological, geophysical, and geochemical programs proceeding in the Columbia basin. Finally we