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Conceptual geologic model and native state model of the Roosevelt Hot Springs hydrothermal system

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OSTI ID:887500
A conceptual geologic model of the Roosevelt Hot Springs hydrothermal system was developed by a review of the available literature. The hydrothermal system consists of a meteoric recharge area in the Mineral Mountains, fluid circulation paths to depth, a heat source, and an outflow plume. A conceptual model based on the available data can be simulated in the native state using parameters that fall within observed ranges. The model temperatures, recharge rates, and fluid travel times are sensitive to the permeability in the Mineral Mountains. The simulation results suggests the presence of a magma chamber at depth as the likely heat source. A two-dimensional study of the hydrothermal system can be used to establish boundary conditions for further study of the geothermal reservoir.
Research Organization:
Idaho National Engineering Laboratory (INEEL), Idaho Falls, ID
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
OSTI ID:
887500
Report Number(s):
SGP-TR-134-18
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English