Openhole gravel pack

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-002628",
  "term": "Openhole gravel pack",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "A sand control technique applied in an openhole completion where a permeable screen is run into the uncased reservoir section, and the annular space between the screen and the formation is packed with carefully sized gravel. The gravel acts as a filter, preventing the migration of formation sand into the wellbore while allowing hydrocarbons to flow. This method provides mechanical support and prevents sand production.",
  "subject": "Well Completions",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/openhole-gravel-pack/"
}