Correlation of surficial geologic anomalies with gas production, Cottageville Field, West Virginia

Technical Report · Sat Dec 01 04:00:00 EST 1979

OSTI ID:6350002

Hodges, L T

Surface geomorphic features such as linear stream segments, linear ridge segments, opposed drainages were mapped, measured, and plotted for the Cottageville and Mount Alto topographic 7.5-minute quadrangles of West Virginia. The above anomalies were then compared for the Cottageville gas field area (production from Devonian shales), and for areas outside the gas field. While differences in orientation and density of these anomalies are present over the quadrangle areas, the differences did not seem to be related to the presence of the gas field. Because this study was limited in scope, further analysis of the surface anomalies could be useful. Use of aerial photos, including multispectral photos, and computer analysis techniques should be emphasized.

• Research Organization: GeoEnergy Corp., Las Vegas, NV (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AP21-79MC12159
• OSTI ID: 6350002
• Report Number(s): DOE/MC/12159-1344; ON: DE83008965
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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