Paper: Corrosion Monitoring in Oil Gas Production

Corrosion monitoring is the foundation of a corrosion control program. The information derived is necessary to determine need, extent, and performance of corrosion control measures. This paper discusses corrosion monitoring in oil and gas production. Basic philosophy is presented. Many different types of monitoring methods are addressed. The advantages, disadvantages, and application of each are presented. Emphasis is placed on methods addressing corrosion by produced fluids. Only common field methods are discussed. Techniques for monitoring cathodic protection systems are not covered.