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Geothermal Environmental Impact Assessment: Baseline Data for Four Geothermal Areas in the United States

Description: From Abstract: The report presents a compilation and technical assessment of the existing data on climate, geology, hydrology, water chemistry, and seismicity for four geothermal areas in the United States: Imperial Valley and The Geysers, California; Klamath Falls, Oregon; and the Rio Grande Rift Zone, New Mexico.
Date: September 1978
Creator: Geonomics, Inc.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Viability study of photo-voltaic systems added to terrestrial electric vehicles

Description: The purpose of the following computer study is to determine the set of necessary conditions under which the addition of photo-voltaic (PV) cells to electric vehicles provides a net utility or economic benefit. Economic benefits are given the primary focus and are evaluated in terms of a payback period.
Date: September 1, 1990
Creator: Rippel, W. E.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Geologic and Seismic Investigations of Proposed Nuclear Power Plant Site on Bodega Head, Sonoma County, California

Description: The following report covers the study of the site adjacent to Campbell Cove on Bodega Head, Sonoma County, California, focusing on questions such as: 1) its position relative to the San Andreas fault zone; 2) the possibility that minor faults, related to the San Andreas fault, might actually pass through the site; and 3) the seismic hazards posed by the nearby San Andreas fault zone.
Date: September 1963
Creator: Eaton, Jerry P.; Schlocker, Julius; Bonilla, Manuel G. & Clebsch, Alfred, Jr.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Proceedings of the 2014 NOAA Economics of Protected Resources Workshop, September 9-11, 2014, La Jolla, California

Description: The following document provides the results of a three-day workshop held in September of 2014 by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). This workshop was the first NMFS workshop focused exclusively on the economics of PR. The primary goal was to initiate the process of identifying national PR social science research needs and best practices.
Date: September 2015
Creator: Bisack, Kathryn D.; Squires, Dale E.; Lipton, Douglas W.; Hilger, James R.; Holland, Daniel S.; Johnson, Denise H. et al.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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National Uranium Resource Evaluation: Kingman Quadrangle, Arizona, Nevada, and California

Description: From Introduction: "The Kingman Quadrangle, Arizona, Nevada, and California (Fig. 1), was evaluated to identify geologic environments and delineate areas that exhibit characteristics favorable for uranium deposits.
Date: September 1982
Creator: Luning, R. H.; Penley, H. M.; Johnson, C. L. & Dotterrer, F. E.
Location: None
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Salton Sea 1° x 2° NTMS Area, California and Arizona: Data Report (Abbreviated)

Description: From abstract: This abbreviated data report presents results of ground water and surface sediment reconnaissance in the National Topographic Map Series (NTMS) Salton Sea 10 x 2 quadrangle. Surface sediment samples were collected at 997 sites. Ground water samples were collected at 76 sites. Neutron activation analysis (NAA) results are given for uranium and 16 other elements in sediments, and for uranium and 9 other elements in ground water. Mass spectrometry results are given for helium in gro… more
Date: September 1980
Creator: Heffner, J. D.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Geological Study of Uranium Potential of the Kingston Peak Formation, Death Valley Region, California: Final Report

Description: From introduction: Our particular interest in the uranium potential of the Proterozoic quartz-pebble and quartzite-pebble conglomerates of the Kingston Peak Formation has been based upon: 1. Known uranium occurrences of low to intermediate grade in a peliticarkosic sulfide-bearing unit near the base of the formation; the "Favorable Submember" of this report. 2. Uranium occurrences and widespread anomalies in underlying Proterozoic granitic-metamorphic rocks, including the World Beater Complex, … more
Date: September 1980
Creator: Carlisle, Donald; Kettler, Richard M. & Swanson, Steven C.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Distribution of Nitrate in the Unsaturated Zone, Highland-East Highlands Area, San Bernardino County, California

Description: From abstract: "This study was made to describe the distribution of inorganic nitrogen and other chemical constituents and nitrogen-using bacteria in the unsaturated zone, to relate nitrogen occurrences, in a general way, to present and historical land use, and to attempt to predict nitrogen concentrations in ground water after recharge" within the Highland-East Highlands area of San Bernardino County, California. It includes maps, graphs, and tables.
Date: September 1980
Creator: Klein, J. M. & Bradford, W. L.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Injection of Treated Wastewater for Ground-Water Recharge in the Palo Alto Baylands, California, Hydraulic and Chemical Interactions--Preliminary Report

Description: From Purpose and Scope: The objectives of this study are: (1) to define, both qualitatively and quantitatively, the clogging processes associated with injection, and (2) to determine the three-dimensional migration paths of injection water and native ground water.
Date: September 1983
Creator: Hamlin, Scott N.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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State of the Coast Report, San Diego Region: Volume 1 -- Main Report

Description: From introduction: The major objectives of the study are to collect new data to quantify sediment sources, sinks, and transport characteristics, review historical data to quantify and interpret past shoreline changes, perform computer modelling of coastal processes, and provide public coordination and data management.
Date: September 1991
Creator: United States. Army. Corps of Engineers. Los Angeles District.
Location: None
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Model Study of Wave and Surge Action, Naval Operating Base, Terminal Island, San Pedro, California

Description: The study reported herein was conducted in 1944 at the Waterways Experiment Station for the Bureau of Yards and Docks, U. S. Navy Department. Its purpose was to determine the best of several plans proposed for protecting the piers and dry docks at the Naval Operating Base, Terminal Island, San Pedro, California, from the effects of wave and surge action.
Date: September 1947
Creator: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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The Ecology of Stream and Riparian Habitats of the Great Basin Region

Description: "The purpose of this profile is to summarize the ecological information available for and relevant to stream and riparian habitats of the Great Basin. The Great Basin comprises the northern half of the Basin and Range physiographic province and covers most of Nevada and western Utah and portions of California, Oregon, and Idaho. The entire basin actually consists of numerous subbasins and mountain ranges which present an extremely diverse physical setting" (p. iii).
Date: September 1989
Creator: Minshall, G. Wayne; Jensen, Sherman E. & Platts, William S.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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Investigation of the Black Wonder Manganese Deposits, Santa Clara and Stanislaus Counties, California

Description: Report issued by the Bureau of Mines over manganese deposits of Santa Clara and Stanislaus Counties. As stated in the introduction, "the geology is outlined, ore deposits are described and work performed by the Bureau of Mines is covered in detail and supplemented by assay maps and figures" (p. 1). This report includes tables, maps, and illustrations.
Date: September 1956
Creator: Volin, M. E.; Matson, E. J. & Trengove, R. R.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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