- Usage in publication:
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- Eidson member
- Modifications:
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- Named
- Dominant lithology:
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- Limestone
- Chert
- AAPG geologic province:
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- Appalachian basin
Summary:
Named the Eidson member of the Lincolnshire formation for Eidson, Hawkins Co., northeastern TN. Member is thin part of Lincolnshire that underlies the Hogskin shale. Consists of dark limestone containing black chert. Unit is present in Clinch, Hogskin, and Beaver Valleys. The Eidson is of Middle Ordovician age.
Source: GNU records (USGS DDS-6; Reston GNULEX).
For more information, please contact Nancy Stamm, Geologic Names Committee Secretary.
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