Derivative engineering geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska

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Title:
Derivative engineering geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska
Abstract:
This report provides detailed (1:63,360-scale) mapping of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles (500 square miles; equivalent to eight 7.5-minute quadrangles). The area is part of the Manley Hot Springs-Tofty mining districts and adjacent to the Rampart mining district to the south of the Tanana B-1 Quadrangle. This report includes detailed geologic construction materials and geologic hazards data. The Tanana A-1 and A-2 Quadrangles and surrounding area comprise several isolated mountainous ridges in the western Yukon-Tanana Upland of interior Alaska.
Supplemental_Information:
The layers listed below are present as ArcGIS shape files. Attribute information for the following layers (entities) is included in this metadata file under the "Entity_and_Attribute_Information" section. Each layer is listed and described in detail under its own heading starting "Entity_Type_Label." The numerical value(s) "1" and/or "2" included in the layer names correspond to the quadrangle(s) Tanana A-1 and/or Tanana A-2, respectively. Layers include:
tana1eng_arc     engineering-geologic unit contacts (arcs, Tanana A1)
tana1eng_polygon     engineering-geologic unit contacts (polygons, Tanana A1)
tana2eng_arc     engineering-geologic unit contacts (arcs, Tanana A2)
tana2eng_polygon     engineering-geologic unit contacts (polygons, Tanana A2)
  1. How should this data set be cited?

    Pinney, D.S., 1998, Derivative engineering geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Public Data File PDF 98-37D, State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS), Fairbanks, AK, USA.

    Online Links:

    Other_Citation_Details: 1 sheet, scale 1:63,360

  2. What geographic area does the data set cover?

    West_Bounding_Coordinate: -151.018782
    East_Bounding_Coordinate: -149.971866
    North_Bounding_Coordinate: 65.259054
    South_Bounding_Coordinate: 64.990820

  3. What does it look like?

  4. Does the data set describe conditions during a particular time period?

    Beginning_Date: 1997
    Ending_Date: 1998
    Currentness_Reference: publication date

  5. What is the general form of this data set?

    Geospatial_Data_Presentation_Form: map and vector digital data

  6. How does the data set represent geographic features?

    1. How are geographic features stored in the data set?

    2. What coordinate system is used to represent geographic features?

      Grid_Coordinate_System_Name: Universal Transverse Mercator
      Universal_Transverse_Mercator:
      UTM_Zone_Number: 5
      Transverse_Mercator:
      Scale_Factor_at_Central_Meridian: 0.999600
      Longitude_of_Central_Meridian: -153.000000
      Latitude_of_Projection_Origin: 0.000000
      False_Easting: 500000.000000
      False_Northing: 0.000000

      Planar coordinates are encoded using coordinate pair
      Abscissae (x-coordinates) are specified to the nearest 0.000064
      Ordinates (y-coordinates) are specified to the nearest 0.000064
      Planar coordinates are specified in meters

  7. How does the data set describe geographic features?

    tana1eng_arc.shp
    Object type is vector, there are 729 rows associated with this entity, and the entity values refer to engineering-geologic unit contacts (Source: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys)

    CODE
    Line symbols for contacts, defined as boundaries between geologic formations or other rock units (Source: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys)

    ValueDefinition
    2Neatline for large-scale maps (1:63,360 and larger)
    20Generic boundary line

    tana1eng_polygon.shp
    Object type is vector, there are 326 rows associated with this entity, and the entity values refer to engineering-geologic polygons (Source: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys)

    MAT
    Preliminary engineering-geologic map unit labels (Source: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys)

    ValueDefinition
    GSFluvial and glaciofluvial gravel, sand, and silt. Chiefly (estimated >80 percent) clean sand and gravel. Grain size, sorting and degree of stratification are variable. Permafrost may be present, especially in older deposits. Component geologic units include Qa, Qag, Qap, Qfp, and Qmt. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    GMPoorly- to moderately well-sorted clay, silt, sand, gravel, and diamicton of colluvial and fluvial origins. Includes angular, unsorted talus debris and chaotically deformed colluvium derived from landslides. Component geologic units include Qac, Qaf, Qc, and Qca. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    SMSilt deposited primarily by wind and reworked by fluvial and colluvial processes. May be organic-rich. Commonly frozen and ice-rich, especially on north-facing slopes. Chiefly fine materials. Component geologic units include Qas, Qel, Qelp, Qer, Qld, and Qsf. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    OROrganic-rich silt and peat in bogs and thaw lake basins. Commonly frozen and ice-rich due to the excellent insulating properties of peat. Generally water-saturated. Component geologic units include Qs. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    BCMedium-jointed, fine- to coarse-grained sedimentary carbonate rocks. Includes limestone, dolostone, and marble. Component geologic units include Dl, Pzlo, and PzPad. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    BGCoarse-jointed, coarse-grained igneous lithologies. Chiefly granitic rocks. Component geologic units include Kgs, Kmo, Kmzd, Ksy, and Tg. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    BMMedium-jointed, fine- to medium-grained quartzose sedimentary rocks. Includes quartzose sandstone and conglomerate, quartzite, chert, and hornfels. Component geologic units include Dc, KJwq, Kwcq, Mg, Pzlca, and TrPp. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    BVMedium-jointed, fine-grained igneous rocks. Chiefly volcanic flow rock, dikes, and greenstone. Component geologic units include Kdm, Ofc, Pzlv, and PzPag. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    BURocks of mixed lithology and very fine-grained sedimentary lithologies that are generally poorly suited for use as construction materials. Includes shale, siltstone, and argillite. Component geologic units include Kdm, Ofc, Pzlv, and PzPag. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    H20body of water

    X-COORD
    Easting (Source: UTM Zone 5, GCS Clarke 1866 (see Spatial_Reference_Information))

    Range of values
    Minimum:616898.6
    Maximum:641210.1
    Units:meters

    Y-COORD
    Northing (Source: UTM Zone 5, GCS Clarke 1866 (see Spatial_Reference_Information))

    Range of values
    Minimum:7210695
    Maximum:7239228
    Units:meters

    tana2eng_arc.shp
    Object type is vector, there are 914 rows associated with this entity, and the entity values refer to engineering-geologic unit contacts (Source: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys)

    CODE
    Line symbols for contacts, defined as boundaries between geologic formations or other rock units (Source: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys)

    ValueDefinition
    2Neatline for large-scale maps (1:63,360 and larger)
    20Generic boundary line

    tana2eng_polygon.shp
    Object type is vector, there are 346 rows associated with this entity, and the entity values refer to engineering-geologic polygons (Source: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys)

    MAT
    Preliminary engineering-geologic map unit labels (Source: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys)

    ValueDefinition
    GSFluvial and glaciofluvial gravel, sand, and silt. Chiefly (estimated >80 percent) clean sand and gravel. Grain size, sorting and degree of stratification are variable. Permafrost may be present, especially in older deposits. Component geologic units include Qa, Qag, Qap, Qfp, and Qmt. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    GMPoorly- to moderately well-sorted clay, silt, sand, gravel, and diamicton of colluvial and fluvial origins. Includes angular, unsorted talus debris and chaotically deformed colluvium derived from landslides. Component geologic units include Qac, Qaf, Qc, and Qca. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    SMSilt deposited primarily by wind and reworked by fluvial and colluvial processes. May be organic-rich. Commonly frozen and ice-rich, especially on north-facing slopes. Chiefly fine materials. Component geologic units include Qas, Qel, Qelp, Qer, Qld, and Qsf. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    OROrganic-rich silt and peat in bogs and thaw lake basins. Commonly frozen and ice-rich due to the excellent insulating properties of peat. Generally water-saturated. Component geologic units include Qs. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    BCMedium-jointed, fine- to coarse-grained sedimentary carbonate rocks. Includes limestone, dolostone, and marble. Component geologic units include Dl, Pzlo, and PzPad. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    BGCoarse-jointed, coarse-grained igneous lithologies. Chiefly granitic rocks. Component geologic units include Kgs, Kmo, Kmzd, Ksy, and Tg. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    BMMedium-jointed, fine- to medium-grained quartzose sedimentary rocks. Includes quartzose sandstone and conglomerate, quartzite, chert, and hornfels. Component geologic units include Dc, KJwq, Kwcq, Mg, Pzlca, and TrPp. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    BORocks of lithologies not listed in other materials classes, but which may be suited for use as construction materials or for other specialized purposes. Includes carbonatite and ultramafic rocks. Component geologic units include JRc and Pzum. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    BVMedium-jointed, fine-grained igneous rocks. Chiefly volcanic flow rock, dikes, and greenstone. Component geologic units include Kdm, Ofc, Pzlv, and PzPag. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    BURocks of mixed lithology and very fine-grained sedimentary lithologies that are generally poorly suited for use as construction materials. Includes shale, siltstone, and argillite. Component geologic units include Kdm, Ofc, Pzlv, and PzPag. Source of geologic units: Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Public Data File 98-37A.
    H20body of water

    X-COORD
    Easting (Source: UTM Zone 5, GCS Clarke 1866 (see Spatial_Reference_Information))

    Range of values
    Minimum:593525.9
    Maximum:617826.3
    Units:meters

    Y-COORD
    Northing (Source: UTM Zone 5, GCS Clarke 1866 (see Spatial_Reference_Information))

    Range of values
    Minimum:7210411
    Maximum:7237896
    Units:meters


Who produced the data set?

  1. Who are the originators of the data set? (may include formal authors, digital compilers, and editors)

  2. Who also contributed to the data set?

    Funding for the geologic mapping and geochronologic dating performed for this project was provided by the U.S. Geological Survey STATEMAP Program under award number 03HQAG0055 and by the Alaska State Legislature.

  3. To whom should users address questions about the data?

    State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys
    GIS Data Manager/Cartographer
    3354 College Road
    Fairbanks, AK 99709-3707

    (907) 451-5029 (voice)
    (907) 451-5050 (FAX)
    dggspubs@alaska.gov

    Contact_Instructions:
    You may view our web site at <http://www.dggs.alaska.gov> for the latest information on available data. Please e-mail your questions and data requests when possible since our web site and e-mail address will remain current even if our phone number and mailing address change.


Why was the data set created?

The Tanana A-1 and A-2 Quadrangles lie between the villages of Rampart, on the Yukon River, and Manley Hot Springs, at the terminus of the Elliott Highway. At the time the report was published, the area towns were not part of any municipal or local governmental jurisdiction. The investigation of gold, tin, and other mineral occurrences in conjunction with comprehensive geologic mapping and recently-acquired geophysical data will provide a scientific basis for expanded mineral exploration and development that can lead to the economic growth and the creation of new jobs needed by the Rampart-Manley-Tofty region's inhabitants and the State of Alaska. These objectives are consistent with the statewide goals and priorities articulated for the Department of Natural Resources by Alaska's Governor in his Executive Budget Summary for Fiscal Year 1997.


How was the data set created?

  1. From what previous works were the data drawn?

    Eakin, 1912 (source 1 of 6)
    Eakin, H.M., 1912, The Rampart and Hot Springs regions: U.S. Geological Survey Bulletin Bulletin 520, U.S. Geological Survey, Reston, VA, USA.

    Other_Citation_Details: p. 271-286
    Type_of_Source_Media: paper
    Source_Contribution:
    This map contains geologic unit descriptions and outcrop locations and was used to plan traverses and help define geologic units.

    Eakin, 1913 (source 2 of 6)
    Eakin, H.M., 1913, A geologic reconnaissance of a part of the Rampart Quadrangle, Alaska: U.S. Geological Survey Bulletin Bulletin 535, U.S. Geological Survey, Reston, VA, USA.

    Other_Citation_Details: p. 38
    Type_of_Source_Media: paper
    Source_Contribution:
    This map contains geologic unit descriptions and outcrop locations and was used to plan traverses and help define geologic units.

    Hopkins and Taber, 1962 (source 3 of 6)
    Hopkins, D.M., and Taber, B., 1962, Asymmetrical valleys in central Alaska (abs.): Special Paper v. 68, Geological Society of America, Boulder, CO, USA.

    Other_Citation_Details: p. 116
    Type_of_Source_Media: paper
    Source_Contribution:
    This map contains geologic unit descriptions and outcrop locations and was used to plan traverses and help define geologic units.

    Newberry and Clautice, 1997 (source 4 of 6)
    Newberry, R.J., and Clautice, K.H., 1997, Compositions of placer gold in the Rampart-Eureka-Manley-Tofty area, eastern Tanana and western Livengood quadrangles, central Interior Alaska, determined by electron microprobe analysis: Public Data File PDF 97-49, State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS), Fairbanks, AK, USA.

    Online Links:

    Other_Citation_Details: p. 49
    Type_of_Source_Media: paper
    Source_Contribution:
    This report contains information that was used to aid in the creation of and sample preparation for the surficial geologic map (PDF 98-37C).

    Wagner, 1957 (source 5 of 6)
    Wagner, A.A., 1957, The use of the Unified Soil Classification System by the Bureau of Reclamation: Proceedings v. I, 4th International Conference on Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering, London, England.

    Other_Citation_Details: p. 125
    Type_of_Source_Media: paper
    Source_Contribution:
    This report contains information that was used to aid in the creation of and sample preparation for the surficial and geologic materials map (PDF 98-37C and PDF 98-37D).

    Yeend, 1989 (source 6 of 6)
    Yeend, W.E., 1989, Gold placers, geomorphology, and paleo-drainage of Eureka Creek and Tofty areas, Alaska: U.S. Geological Survey Bulletin Bulletin 1946, U.S. Geological Survey, Reston, VA, USA.

    Other_Citation_Details: p. 107-109
    Type_of_Source_Media: paper
    Source_Contribution:
    This report contains information that was used to aid in the creation of and sample preparation for the surficial geologic map (PDF 98-37C).

  2. How were the data generated, processed, and modified?

    Date: 1997 (process 1 of 3)
    Fieldwork - Fieldwork for surficial geologic investigations, including ridge and valley traverses, road cut investigations, and river exposures, was conducted for approximately 21 person-days in June and July 1997 by a surficial geologist. Field notes and sediment samples were collected throughout the area for surficial investigations. Surficial mapping involved using sources cited below on a regular basis for checking and correlating general units. Surficial mapper recorded observations on co-registered acetate overlays on 1:50,000-scale (nominal) color-infrared aerial photographs, and directly on 1:63,360-scale topographic base maps. Stations were located using air photos and topographic maps.

    Data sources used in this process:

    • Eakin, 1912
    • Eakin, 1913
    • Hopkins and Taber, 1962
    • Newberry and Clautice, 1997
    • Yeend, 1989

    Date: 1997 (process 2 of 3)
    Photo interpretation - Before, during, and after field work, surficial-geologic information was interpreted using 1:50,000-scale (nominal) color-infrared air-photo stereopairs, and compiled onto acetate overlays. Photo interpretation was based on field notes from fieldwork process step (above), observed land forms and relationships in the photos, and all known geologic data from previous work in the area. The main sources of existing data include Eakin (1912; 1913), Hopkins and Tabor (1962), and Yeend (1989). The overlay information was transferred to a paper 1:63,360-scale USGS topographic base using a zoom transfer scope.

    Data sources used in this process:

    • Eakin, 1912
    • Eakin, 1913
    • Hopkins and Taber, 1962
    • Newberry and Clautice, 1997
    • Yeend, 1989

    Date: 1997 (process 3 of 3)
    Digital Cartography - Surficial-geologic information was digitized from the paper USGS topographic base map into Arc/Info 7.0.4 GIS (ArcEdit module) using a large-format digitizing table. Surficial-geologic polygons and lines were then edited and attributed using Arc, Info, and ArcEdit. Bedrock point data of locations of structural observations (strike, dip, cleavage, jointing, etc.) were intersected with the surficial-geologic polygon coverage using the Arc command "intersect" in order to identify locations that were mapped as surficial materials based on aerial photography but were found to have small exposures that were desirable to be mapped as bedrock. These areas were then modified in the surficial-geologic coverages to be areas of bedrock exposure. Final bedrock and surficial geology polygon coverages were merged using the Arc command "union" to generate the polygon coverage used to make the comprehensive geologic map. Other cartographic elements, primarily text and tables, were created in CorelDraw, converted to CGM format, and imported into ArcPlot for final layout. Data from the comprehensive geologic map of the area were used as the basis for generating the derivative engineering-geologic map. An ArcInfo lookup table was made to assign geologic units (item UNIT) from the comprehensive map to appropriate engineering-geologic units (item MAT) based on the Unified Soil Classification System as described by Wagner (1957). This lookup table was applied to the ArcInfo polygon coverage containing the geologic units and a new engineering-geologic polygon coverage was generated using the "dissolve" command based on the new materials-unit item "MAT". Additional features were mapped from ground observations and interpretation of air photos, and digitized and attributed using ArcInfo. ArcPlot was used to generate plot files of the resulting materials coverage using DGGS-standard symbology.

    Data sources used in this process:

    • Wagner, 1957

  3. What similar or related data should the user be aware of?

    Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Pinney, D.S., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Public Data File PDF 98-37A, State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys, Fairbanks, AK, USA.

    Online Links:

    Other_Citation_Details: 19 p., 1 sheet, scale 1:63,360
    Reifenstuhl, R.R., Dover, J.H., Newberry, R.J., Clautice, K.H., Liss, S.A., Blodgett, R.B., and Weber, F.R., 1998, Interpretive geologic bedrock map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Public Data File PDF 98-37B, State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS), Fairbanks, AK, USA.

    Online Links:

    Other_Citation_Details: 17 p., 1 sheet, scale 1:63,360
    Pinney, D.S., 1998, Surficial geologic map of the Tanana A-1 and A-2 quadrangles, central Alaska: Public Data File PDF 98-37C, State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys, Fairbanks, AK, USA.

    Online Links:

    Other_Citation_Details: 1 sheet, scale 1:63,360


How reliable are the data; what problems remain in the data set?

  1. How well have the observations been checked?

    Data for surficial and materials point, line, and polygon data were determined in the field using 1:63,360-scale topographic maps and 1:50,000 (nominal) scale, color-infrared aerial photographs. Geologic data included in the compilation are the field maps and notes from this project as well as data from other sources as noted in the "Sources Cited" section. Attributes were verified for consistency and completeness during the creation of the metadata.

  2. How accurate are the geographic locations?

    DGGS location data and estimated position errors were manually entered into a spreadsheet. Sample numbers and locations with selected data were spatially registered and analyzed in ArcGIS software. Location data for the surficial and materials maps were determined visually using topographic maps at a scale of 1:63,360 and 1:50,000 (nominal) scale, color-infrared aerial photographs. See "Source_Information" section for horizontal positional accuracy of locations not measured by DGGS.

  3. How accurate are the heights or depths?

  4. Where are the gaps in the data? What is missing?

    This dataset includes geospatial information about engineering geologic units.

  5. How consistent are the relationships among the observations, including topology?

    Polygon topology present and clean on appropriate data. Other data are line, point, or annotation data and do not require topologic relationships.


How can someone get a copy of the data set?

Are there legal restrictions on access or use of the data?

Access_Constraints:
This report, map, and/or dataset are available directly from the State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (see contact information below).
Use_Constraints:
Any hard copies or published datasets utilizing these datasets shall clearly indicate their source. If the user has modified the data in any way, the user is obligated to describe the types of modifications the user has made. User specifically agrees not to misrepresent these datasets, nor to imply that changes made by the user were approved by the State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys.

  1. Who distributes the data set? (Distributor 1 of 1)

    State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys
    Natural Resource Technician
    3354 College Road
    Fairbanks, AK 99709-3707
    USA

    907-451-5020 (voice)
    907-451-5050 (FAX)
    dggspubs@alaska.gov

    Hours_of_Service: 8 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, except State holidays
    Contact_Instructions:
    Please view our web site (<http://www.dggs.alaska.gov>) for the latest information on available data. Please contact us using the e-mail address provided above when possible.
  2. What's the catalog number I need to order this data set?

    Public Data File 98-37D

  3. What legal disclaimers am I supposed to read?

    The State of Alaska makes no express or implied warranties (including warranties of merchantability and fitness) with respect to the character, function, or capabilities of the electronic services or products or their appropriateness for any user's purposes. In no event will the State of Alaska be liable for any incidental, indirect, special, consequential, or other damages suffered by the user or any other person or entity whether from the use of the electronic services or products, any failure thereof, or otherwise, and in no event will the State of Alaska's liability to the requester or anyone else exceed the fee paid for the electronic service or product.

  4. How can I download or order the data?

  5. What hardware or software do I need in order to use the data set?

    Please check the MapInfo web site (<http://www.mapinfo.com/>) for the latest documentation on importing ESRI shape files.


Who wrote the metadata?

Dates:
Last modified: 06-May-2008
Last Reviewed: 06-May-2008
To be reviewed: 21-Mar-2009
Metadata author:
State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys
Metadata Manager
3354 College Road
Fairbanks, AK 99709-3707
USA

907-451-5039 (voice)
907-451-5050 (FAX)
dggspubs@alaska.gov

Hours_of_Service: 8 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, except State holidays.
Contact_Instructions:
Please contact us through the e-mail address above whenever possible.
Metadata standard:
FGDC Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata (FGDC-STD-001-1998)


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