Abstract:
This part of DS 781 presents data for the faults of the Point Sur to Point Arguello, California, region. The vector data file is included in the “Faults_PointSurToPointArguello.zip,” which is accessible from
https://doi.org/10.5066/P97CZ0T7.
Faults in the Point Sur to Point Arguello region are identified on seismic-reflection data based on abrupt truncation or warping of reflections and (or) juxtaposition of reflection panels with different seismic parameters such as reflection presence, amplitude, frequency, geometry, continuity, and vertical sequence. Faults were primarily mapped by interpretation of seismic reflection profile data collected by the U.S. Geological Survey between 2008 and 2014.
Purpose:
To expand geologic mapping to the seafloor within the California's State Waters, to update coastal geologic mapping, and to contribute to a uniform regional geologic database, which can be used geographic information systems. Additionally, to aid in assessments and mitigation of geologic hazards in the Point Sur to Point Arguello coastal region and to provide sufficient geologic information for land-use and land-management decisions both onshore and offshore. This information is not intended for navigational purposes.
Supplemental_Information:
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Place:
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Place_Keyword: Pacific Ocean
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Place_Keyword: Point Sur
Place_Keyword: Lafler Rock
Place_Keyword: Gamboa Point
Place_Keyword: Gorda
Place_Keyword: Ragged Point
Place_Keyword: Piedras Blancas
Place_Keyword: Cambria
Place_Keyword: Point Estero
Place_Keyword: Morro Bay
Place_Keyword: Point Buchon
Place_Keyword: Avila Beach
Place_Keyword: oceano Beach
Place_Keyword: Point Sal
Place_Keyword: Point Purisma
Place_Keyword: Point Arguello
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