Twenty-four exploratory wells were drilled in Alaska in 1982. There were no announced discoveries; all wells were suspended or plugged and abandoned.

Geologic and geophysical activity increased substantially as preparations for OCS sales increased.

OCS sale 71 dominated the exploration news in Alaska. More than $2 billion was spent by industry in this Beaufort Sea sale.

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