Continuous seismic reflection profiling of hydrogeologic features beneath New River, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
Water-Resources Investigations Report
89-4195
By: A.P. Cardinell, D.A. Harned, and S. A. Berg
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Abstract
A medium-power, wide-frequency seismic system was used to collect more than 100 miles of continuous seismic reflection profiling data over a 4- day period along a 24-mile segment of the New River estuary and Intracoastal Waterway. The seismic reflection data were evaluated to determine the continuity of aquifer sediments and correlation with existing borehole geophysical well-log data at the Base. Results indicate that the Castle Hayne aquifer, the major source of freshwater for the military base and surrounding area, and deeper aquifers are continuous beds that gently dip to the southeast. However, immediately above the Castle Hayne aquifer, the survey showed that sediment beds are thin and discontinuous. This not only allows rainfall to more easily percolate and recharge the aquifer, but also makes the Castle Hayne more vulnerable to contamination.
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| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | Continuous seismic reflection profiling of hydrogeologic features beneath New River, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina |
| Series title | Water-Resources Investigations Report |
| Series number | 89-4195 |
| DOI | 10.3133/wri894195 |
| Edition | - |
| Year Published | 1990 |
| Language | ENGLISH |
| Publisher | Dept. of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey ; Books and Open-File Reports [distributor], |
| Contributing office(s) | South Atlantic Water Science Center |
| Description | iv, 33 p. :ill. ;28 cm. |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| City | Camp Lejeune |
| Other Geospatial | New River |
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