Hot water in the Long Valley Caldera—The benefits and hazards of this large natural resource
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Abstract
The volcanic processes that have shaped the Long Valley Caldera in eastern California have also created an abundant supply of natural hot water. This natural resource provides benefits to many users, including power generation at the Casa Diablo Geothermal Plant, warm water for a state fish hatchery, and beautiful scenic areas such as Hot Creek gorge for visitors. However, some features can be dangerous because of sudden and unpredictable changes in the location and flow rate of boiling water. The U.S. Geological Survey monitors several aspects of the hydrothermal system in the Long Valley Caldera including temperature, flow rate, and water chemistry.
Suggested Citation
Evans, W.C., Hurwitz, S., Bergfeld, D., and Howle, J.F., 2018, Hot water in the Long Valley Caldera—The benefits and hazards of this large natural resource: U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet 2018–3009, 4 p., https://doi.org/10.3133/fs20183009.
ISSN: 2327-6932 (online)
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| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | Hot water in the Long Valley Caldera—The benefits and hazards of this large natural resource |
| Series title | Fact Sheet |
| Series number | 2018-3009 |
| DOI | 10.3133/fs20183009 |
| Year Published | 2018 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | U.S. Geological Survey |
| Publisher location | Reston, VA |
| Contributing office(s) | Volcano Science Center |
| Description | 4 p. |
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| Other Geospatial | Long Valley Caldera |
| Google Analytic Metrics | Metrics page |