Geologic map and hydrogeologic investigations of the upper Santa Cruz River basin, southern Arizona
February 10, 2023
This report includes an updated geologic map and cross sections of the upper Santa Cruz River basin, southern Arizona. The map and cross sections describe the geometry, thickness, and structure of the Miocene to Holocene units which form the main aquifers in the basin. The report also includes results of new hydrogeologic studies including (1) mapping and defining depth to bedrock based on geophysical data in the map area to better define the geometry and structure of the basin aquifers, (2) describing newly recognized hydrologically significant faults in the Peck Canyon and Sopori Wash areas, and (3) evaluating groundwater sources and hydrogeology of the Potrero Creek wetlands.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Title | Geologic map and hydrogeologic investigations of the upper Santa Cruz River basin, southern Arizona |
| DOI | 10.3133/sim3490 |
| Authors | William R. Page, Mark W. Bultman, Margaret E. Berry, Kenzie J. Turner, Christopher M. Menges, Floyd Gray, James B. Paces, D. Paco Van Sistine, Leah E. Morgan, Jeremy C. Havens |
| Publication Type | Report |
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Series Title | Scientific Investigations Map |
| Series Number | 3490 |
| Index ID | sim3490 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Geology, Minerals, Energy, and Geophysics Science Center; Geosciences and Environmental Change Science Center |
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