Will the pocket fall? aspwv2013-03-04T00:00:00-05:00March 4th, 2013|About, FAQ Home, Frequently Ask Questions| The natural gas that is being extracted from the Marcellus formation is located inside the rock formation itself, not a “pocket.” So, no, there is no risk of subsidence from extracting natural gas from the Marcellus formation. Share This Story, Choose Your Platform! FacebookTwitterRedditLinkedInWhatsAppTumblrPinterestVkEmail