Hydrogeologic reconnaissance of the Beowawe Geysers geothermal area, Nevada
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°C.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1987 |
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Title | Hydrogeologic reconnaissance of the Beowawe Geysers geothermal area, Nevada |
DOI | 10.1016/0375-6505(87)90077-0 |
Authors | F. H. Olmsted, F. E. Rush |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Geothermics |
Index ID | 70014223 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |