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  • Usage in publication:
    • Hargett sandstone
  • Modifications:
    • First used
  • Dominant lithology:
    • Sandstone
  • AAPG geologic province:
    • Black Warrior basin
Publication:

Morse, W.C., 1935, The Highland Church sandstone as a building stone: Mississippi Geological Survey Bulletin, no. 26, 30 p.


Summary:

Hargett sandstone of Alsobrook formation (Chester group) is shown in table on p. 9 as underlying Cripple Deer sandstone of Alsobrook formation, and overlying limestone forming basal part of Alsobrook formation in Tishomingo Co. The columnar section on p. 10 shows 1 ft of sandstone in middle of Alsobrook formation. Intent to name not stated. Derivation of name not stated.

Source: GNU records (USGS DDS-6; Reston GNULEX).


Map showing publication footprint
  • Usage in publication:
    • Hargett sandstone member
  • Modifications:
    • Overview
  • AAPG geologic province:
    • Black Warrior basin
Publication:

Morse, W.C., 1936, Tishomingo State Park; geologic history: Mississippi Geological Survey Bulletin, no. 32, p. 7-36.


Summary:

Unit listed as middle member of Alsobrook formation. Overlies unnamed limestone; underlies Cripple Deer sandstone or shale member. Age is Mississippian (Chesterian).

Source: GNU records (USGS DDS-6; Reston GNULEX).


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