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Lacustrine sedimentation and hydrocarbon occurrences with emphasis on Uinta basin models

Conference · · Am. Assoc. Pet. Geol., Bull.; (United States)
OSTI ID:6090259
Lacustrine and associated nonmarine deposits represent a relatively minor suite of rocks in the sedimentary basins of the world. Most lakes leave only a scant record of their existence. However, locally lacustrine rocks are thick, widespread, and hydrocarbon bearing. The objectives are to analyze the facies associations and depositional history of a variety of prominent lacustrine and associated nonmarine sequences and discuss their role in the genesis and entrapment of hydrocarbons. Topics presented include (1) sedimentation processes, biota, and deposits of recent lakes, (2) facies associations of ancient lakes, (3) tectonic controls of lake systems, (4) organic-rich rocks in lacustrine deposits and associated oil types, (5) hydrocarbons in lacustrine rocks of the western US; and (6) hydrocarbons in lacustrine rocks of the world. Many of the facies concepts are derived from stratigraphic studies of the Uinta basin in Utah. 168 references.
OSTI ID:
6090259
Report Number(s):
CONF-8008178-
Conference Information:
Journal Name: Am. Assoc. Pet. Geol., Bull.; (United States) Journal Volume: 2
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English