The vibracore sampling program is intended to determine the nature of bottom sediments and shallow substrate on the inner shelf. The core data will be correlated with sub-bottom seismic profiling data to determine the distribution, lithology and economic significance of offshore geologic features and mineral resources. These studies will document important landmark data, help to evaluate feasibility and environmental impact of offshore mining of sand and gravel deposits and offshore disposal of solid waste material, and provide information on the geology and geologic history of the region.
Location
Nantucket Sound, Massachusetts, United States, North America, North Atlantic;
Summary
Vibracores: 20; Total feet penetrated: 459 (140 m); Total sediment recovered: 394 ft. (120 m); Percent Recovery: 86; Average core recovery per station: 19.7 ft. (6 m).
Info derived
Samples and chemical analysis; Grain size analysis;
Comments
All Massachusetts Cooperative cores were lost in USGS Mashpee Warehouse fire, May 12, 1978. Original Center People field contained: Charles (Chuck) O'Hara - Scientist in charge; John Aaron - geologist, Diane Eskenasy - GFA, Wayne (Mac) Ferrebee - geologist, Jack McLane - geologist.
