TULSA, Okla., Jan. 24, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- Deep Rock Oil & Gas, Inc. (Pink Sheets:DPRK) announced today that the initial natural gas flow rate tests through the drill pipe on the Eppler No. 5 in Washington County, Oklahoma exceeded 900,000 cubic feet per day. The Eppler No. 5 represents the second of a four-well drilling project in Washington County, Oklahoma intended to both enhance the profitability of its joint venture with Apollo Resources (OTCBB:AOOR) and increase the proven reserves and profitability of the company. Deep Rock owns a 20% working interest in Eppler No. 5 well and intends to drill two additional developmental wells immediately.
Robert Garner, CEO of Deep Rock stated, "We are pleased that the second well in our four-well package has had such positive results and are looking forward to beginning the next two wells to determine if our projections regarding the gas reserves in Washington county are accurate and that continued drilling will further enhance shareholder value."
About Deep Rock Oil & Gas, Inc.
Deep Rock Oil & Gas, Inc. ("Deep Rock or the Company"), is an oil and gas exploration and production company and currently has working interests in 33 wells, ten of which are operated by the Company. By utilizing advanced recovery technologies, sound engineering and experienced committed management, Deep Rock has developed a proven corporate growth strategy of identification, acquisition and development of domestic oil and gas reserves thereby reducing U.S. dependence on foreign oil.
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