Commitments and Contingencies

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2011

Commitments and Contingencies [Abstract]

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

(16) COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

Litigation

     We are involved in various legal actions, claims and other regulatory proceedings arising in the ordinary course of our business. While the outcome of these lawsuits cannot be predicted with certainty, we do not expect these matters to have a material adverse effect on our financial position, cash flows or results of operations. If an unfavorable ruling were to occur, there exists the possibility of a material adverse impact on our net income or loss in the period in which the ruling occurs. We provide accruals for litigation and claims if we determine that the loss is probable and the amount can be reasonably estimated.

Transportation Contracts

     As of September 30, 2011, future minimum transportation fees under our gas transportation commitments are as follows (in thousands):

	Transportation
	Commitments
2011 (remaining)	$	22,880
2012		91,235
2013		90,588
2014		90,113
2015		87,182
Thereafter		510,508
	$	892,506

Other

     During third quarter 2011, we entered into a two-year agreement for hydraulic fracturing services, including related equipment, material and labor for $17.5 million in 2011, $70.1 million in 2012 and $52.6 million in 2013.