A Summary of Geothermal Resources and Conflicting Concerns in the Alvord Valley, Oregon
- Key words
- Exploration; Regional; Assessment; USA; Oregon; Alvord Valley; Hot Springs; Geology; Geochemistry; Geophysical; Environment; Recreation Legal; Conflict; USGS
- Location
- Alvord, Oregon
- Conference
- Geothermal Resources Council Transactions
- Year
- 1979
- Session
- Exploration; Geophysical surveys; Environmental aspects; Law
- Language
- English
Abstract
The geothermal resource potential of the Alvord Valley is among the highest in Oregon. However, environmental concerns, litigation, and administrative requirements have delayed exploration and development of this resource. Present estimates indicate that deep exploratory drilling may not take place on Federal lands in the Alvord valley until 1982.
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