Sketch maps, sections and laboratory analyses of peat resources in deposits of southern and western Maine
Peat deposits in southern and western Maine were investigated for their estimated potential as peat resources suitable for energy, horticultural, and agricultural uses. Fifty-six sketch maps illustrate the areal extent, thickness, and amount of commercial-quality peat. The total yield is estimated at 27,736,400 short tons air-dried peat. Ash content is generally less than 11 percent and BTU ranges from 8,063 to 10,076.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1983 |
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Title | Sketch maps, sections and laboratory analyses of peat resources in deposits of southern and western Maine |
DOI | 10.3133/ofr8318 |
Authors | Cornelia Clermont Cameron, Michael K. Mullen |
Publication Type | Report |
Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
Series Title | Open-File Report |
Series Number | 83-18 |
Index ID | ofr8318 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |