Standard Procedures for Evaluation of Quaternary Materials in Iowa, December 1978

(1978) Standard Procedures for Evaluation of Quaternary Materials in Iowa, December 1978. University of Iowa

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Abstract

The Quaternary or unconsolidated materials constitute a very important resource to the state of Iowa. These glacial, wind-blown, and stream-laid sediments covers approximately 97% inches to over 600 feet. These are the parent materials for the rich agricultural soils which are the backbone of Iowa's economy. They also constitute an economic resource for the aggregate, brick and tile, and construction material industries. With the widespread nature and great thickness of the Quaternary deposits they also are a major factor in most engineering works.

Item Type: Departmental Report
Keywords: Investigative Reports, aeromagnetic maps, subsurface rock, gravity data, groundwater
Subjects: Natural resources and environment
Natural resources and environment > Earth sciences
Natural resources and environment > Maps and gazetteers
ID Code: 26458
Deposited By: Margaret Barr
Deposited On: 29 Jan 2018 20:25
Last Modified: 29 Jan 2018 20:25
URI: https://publications.iowa.gov/id/eprint/26458