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Commitments - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2017 USD ($) Crew
Pressure Pumping Leases [Member] |
Long-term Purchase Commitment [Line Items] |
Number of Crews | Crew | 3
Percent of Total | 50.00%
Operating Leases Commitment | $ 26
Drilling Rig Leases [Member] |
Long-term Purchase Commitment [Line Items] |
Contractual Obligation | $ 75

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