The potential natural gas reservoirs in the Deep River Basin, which takes up most of Lee County, are gray and black organic shales that are thought represent ancient lake sediments, deposited over 200 million years ago.
The Cumnock Formation of the Deep River Basin contains organic-rich shales that might yield commercial quantities of natural gas.
PART 1: Enough gas to fuel N.C. for 40 years under our feet
What exactly is natural gas drilling, and why is Lee County a target for gas companies?
PART 2: Natural gas drilling, if allowed, could mean economic boost for landowners, county
Who stands to benefit from natural gas drilling in Lee County, and what could it mean for the local?
PART 3: Weighing the risks and the rewards
There are concerns about the environmental impact of horizontal drilling (fracking) for natural gas supplies. We let the experts discuss and debate those concerns.
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SHALE IN CHATHAM COUNTY WOODS
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PODCAST INTERVIEW WITH WORTH PICKARD
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