Hydrogeologic reconnaissance of the Beowawe Geysers geothermal area, Nevada

Journal Article · Thu Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1987 · Geothermics; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/0375-6505(87)90077-0· OSTI ID:6103559

Olmsted, F H; Rush, F E

The Beowawe Geysers in north-central Nevada are the discharge from a hydrothermal-convection system in a region of high heat flow. The site of thermal-fluid upflow (at about 18 kg/s before drilling and well testing) appears to be related to the intersection at depth of two major fault zones. Assuming steady-state conditions, recharge within the drainage basin could account for both thermal and nonthermal ground-water discharge. Circulation of thermal fluid to depths exceeding 5 km is required to attain estimated temperatures of more than 220/sup 0/C.

• Research Organization: U.S. Geological Survey, 345 Middlefield Rd., Menlo Park, CA 94025
• OSTI ID: 6103559
• Journal Information: Geothermics; (United States), Vol. 16:1
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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DEPTH 3-6 KM
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GEOLOGIC SURVEYS
GEOTHERMAL EXPLORATION
GEOTHERMAL RESOURCES
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HIGH TEMPERATURE
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EXPLORATION
FEDERAL REGION IX
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