EXHIBIT 24

                               POWER OF ATTORNEY

I hereby confirm that I have authorized and designated Paul G. Vitek, Ann J.
Bruder and/or Bruce Newsome to execute and file on my behalf all SEC Section 16
forms (including any amendments thereto) that I may be required to file with the
United States Securities and Exchange Commission as a result of my position
with, or my ownership of or transactions in securities of, CARBO Ceramics, Inc.
The authority of such individuals under this Statement shall continue until
June 30, 2028, unless earlier revoked in writing. I hereby acknowledge that such
individuals are not assuming, nor is CARBO Ceramics, Inc. assuming, any of my
responsibilities to comply with Section 16 of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934.


                                           /s/ James B. Jennings
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                                               James B. Jennings

Dated:  July 10, 2007