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NOTE 1 - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES: Asset retirement obligation (Policies)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2017
Policies  
Asset retirement obligation

Asset retirement obligation

 

We record the fair value of an asset retirement cost, and corresponding liability as part of the cost of the related long-lived asset and the cost is subsequently allocated to expense using a systematic and rational method. We record an asset retirement obligation to reflect our legal obligations related to future plugging and abandonment of our oil and natural gas wells and gathering systems. We estimate the expected cash flow associated with the obligation and discount the amount using a credit-adjusted, risk-free interest rate. At least annually, we reassess the obligation to determine whether a change in the estimated obligation is necessary. We evaluate whether there are indicators that suggest the estimated cash flows underlying the obligation have materially changed. Should those indicators suggest the estimated obligation may have materially changed on an interim basis (quarterly), we will update our assessment accordingly. Additional retirement obligations increase the liability associated with new oil and natural gas wells and gathering systems as these obligations are incurred. The Company had accrued an asset retirement obligation liability totaling $635 and $567 as of December 31, 2017 and 2016.