| Abstract: | On the basis of geologic, geochemical, and mine and prospect surveys, it was determined that the Gee Creek Wilderness, Tennessee has little promise for the occurrence of mineral resources. Iron ore was formerly mined, but the deposits are small, have a high phosphorous content, and are inaccessible. Shale, suitable for brick or lightweight aggregate, and sandstone, which could be utilized for crushed stone or sand, are found in the area, but are also found in areas closer to potential markets. The geologic setting precludes the presence of oil and gas resources in the surface rocks, but the possibility of finding natural gas at depth below the rocks exposed in the area cannot be discounted. Geophysical exploration would be necessary to define the local structure in rocks at depth to properly evaluate the potential of the area for gas. |
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| Citation Author: | Epstein, Jack, B.; Gazdik, Gertrude, C. |
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| Citation Larger Work Title: | Geological Survey Professional Paper (United States) |
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| Citation Search Results Text: | GEE CREEK WILDERNESS, TENNESSEE.; 1984; Article; Journal; Geological Survey Professional Paper (United States); Epstein, Jack, B.; Gazdik, Gertrude, C. |
| Citation Start Page: | 953 |
| Citation Volume: | 2 |
| Citation Year: | 1984 |
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| Text: | GEE CREEK WILDERNESS, TENNESSEE.; 1984; Article; Journal; Geological Survey Professional Paper (United States); Epstein, Jack, B.; Gazdik, Gertrude, C. |
| URL (THUMBNAIL): | http://pubs.er.usgs.gov/thumbnails/outside_thumb.jpg |
| Date Other: | Sun, 1 Jan 1984 00:00 -0600 |
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