Geothermal Resources of Nevada: A New Map
- Key words
- General; Exploration; Research Agencies; Direct Use; USA; Nevada; UNLV-DES; DOE; NBMG; Identified Resources; Low Temperature; Moderate Temperature; High Temperature; Hot Springs; TDS; Temperature Gradient; Ground Water; Undiscovered Resources; Industrial;
- Location
- Nevada
- Conference
- Geothermal Resources Council Transactions
- Year
- 1984
- Session
- Geothermal overviews; Exploration; Mapping
- Language
- English
Abstract
A new map showing the geothermal resources of Nevada was recently published by the Division of Earth Sciences, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Energy and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration of the Department of Commerce. The new map indicated the location of 910 wells and springs with temperatures of 20°C (68°F). Fifty six areas shown in dark gray indicate water temperatures of 40°C (104°F) or areas where temperatures of 40°C or greater may be encountered at depths less than 500 m (1640 ft). An inset map of the Moana Springs area of Reno shows the location of 114 wells that are used to heat residences, churches and motels.
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