{"action":"create","ckan_id":null,"date_created":"Sat, 14 Mar 2026 21:14:19 GMT","date_finished":null,"harvest_job_id":"be129330-b656-44ec-b4d7-f277bf7d7116","harvest_source_id":"31f41541-38a0-400b-b240-10ebcb0acd9a","id":"801f8961-9c9c-4773-82a7-46ad0f0c7636","identifier":"https://dggs.alaska.gov/webpubs/metadata/PIR2012-1B.xml","parent_identifier":null,"source_hash":"84b9adb5907bf14d112258fae69e6fc97c9d3f37b515353f4fa0481052d74cba","source_raw":"Hubbard, T.D.Reger, R.D.Gallagher, P.E.2013Engineering-geologic map of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, AlaskamapPreliminary Interpretive ReportPIR 2012-1BFairbanks, AK, USAAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.http://dx.doi.org/10.14509/24624During 2009, the Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys continued a program, begun in 2006, of reconnaissance mapping of surficial geology in the proposed natural-gas pipeline corridor through the upper Tanana River valley. The study area is a 12-mi-wide (19.3-km-wide) area that straddles the Alaska Highway from the western boundaries of the Tanacross B-3 and A-3 quadrangles near Tetlin Junction eastward to the eastern boundaries of the Nabesna D-1 and C-1 quadrangles along the Canada border. Mapping during 2008-2009 in the Tanacross and Nabesna quadrangles linked with the mapping completed in the Tanacross, Big Delta and Mt. Hayes quadrangles in 2006-2008. Surficial geology was initially mapped in this third corridor segment by interpreting ~1:65,000-scale, false-color, infrared aerial photographs taken in July 1978 and August 1981 and plotting unit boundaries on acetate overlays. Verification of photo mapping was accomplished during the 2008 and 2009 summer field seasons, when map units were described, soil pits were hand dug, and samples were collected for analyses. The engineering-geologic map is derived electronically from the surficial-geologic map and shows the distribution of surficial-geologic and bedrock units grouped genetically with common properties that are typically significant for engineering applications.The Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys conducted this project, funded by the state legislature, to evaluate the geology, geohazard and material resources along the Alaska Highway corridor from Delta Junction to the Canada border. The work was completed in preparation for a proposed natural gas pipeline, so that a baseline of geologic data would be publicly available upon which preliminary decisions could be made. The work was designed to serve as the springboard for the detailed work which would be required if a pipeline were to be built along this corridor.Unit information and descriptions are included on each map sheet. The DGGS metadata standard extends the FGDC standard to include elements that are required to facilitate our internal data management. These elements, referred to as \"layers,\" group and describe files that have intrinsic logical or topological relationships. Attribute information for the layers (entity) is included in this metadata file under the \"Entity_and_Attribute_Information\" section. The layers are titled: >border: outline shape of the study area >MapUnitPolys: map unit polygons20092013ground conditionCompleteNone planned-142.5-14163.37862.529ISO 19115 Topic CategorygeoscientificInformationAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical SurveysAeolianAlaska PipelineEngineeringEngineering GeologyEolianGaslineGeologic MapGeologyGeologic HazardsLandslideLoessNatural GasPermafrostUnconsolidated DepositsTransportation CorridorProposed Natural Gas PipelineLandslide DepositRetransported LoessHazardsPeriglacial Slope FailureThawing PermafrostTranslational LandslidePipelineAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical SurveysAlaska, State ofTanana BasinTanana RiverTaylor HighwayNabesna QuadrangleTanacross QuadrangleCanadaNorthwayNorthway JunctionAlaska Highway CorridorBeaver CreekTetlinNabesnaTetlin JunctionMidway LakeTetlin National Wildlife RefugeScottie CreekNabesna RiverChisana RiverWalker, J. D., and Geissman, J. W., compilers, 2009, Geologic Time Scale: Geological Society of AmericaHolocenePleistoceneQuaternaryThis report, map, and/or dataset is available directly from the State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (see contact information below).Any hard copies or published datasets utilizing these datasets shall clearly indicate their source. If the user has modified the data in any way, the user is obligated to describe the types of modifications the user has made. The user specifically agrees not to misrepresent these datasets, nor to imply that changes made by the user were approved by the State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys. The State of Alaska makes no express or implied warranties (including warranties for merchantability and fitness) with respect to the character, functions, or capabilities of the electronic data or products or their appropriateness for any user's purposes. In no event will the State of Alaska be liable for any incidental, indirect, special, consequential, or other damages suffered by the user or any other person or entity whether from the use of the electronic services or products or any failure thereof or otherwise. In no event will the State of Alaska's liability to the Requestor or anyone else exceed the fee paid for the electronic service or product.Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical SurveysJames WeaklandGIS Analystmailing and physical
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Combellick (2010) Funding for this project is from the Alaska State FY09, FY10, and FY11 Capital Improvement ProjectsMicrosoft Windows XP Version 5.1 (Build 2600) Service Pack 3; ESRI ArcGIS 10.0.0.2414Carver, G.A.Bemis, S.P.Solie, D.N.Castonguay, S.R.Obermiller, K.E.2010Active and potentially active faults in or near the Alaska Highway corridor, Dot Lake to Tetlin Junction, AlaskadocumentPreliminary Interpretive ReportPIR 2010-1Fairbanks, AK, USAAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys42 phttp://dx.doi.org/10.14509/21121Carver, G.A.Bemis, S.P.Solie, D.N.Obermiller, K.E.2008Active and potentially active faults in or near the Alaska Highway corridor, Delta Junction to Dot Lake, AlaskadocumentPreliminary Interpretive ReportPIR 2008-3DFairbanks, AK, USAAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys32 phttp://dx.doi.org/10.14509/17901Hubbard, T.D.Reger, R.D.2010Engineering-geologic map of the Alaska Highway corridor, Robertson River to Tetlin Junction, AlaskamapPreliminary Interpretive ReportPIR 2009-6BFairbanks, AK, USAAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys4 sheets, scale 1:63,360http://dx.doi.org/10.14509/19742Reger, R.D.Hubbard, T.D.2010Reconnaissance interpretation of 1978-1983 permafrost, Alaska Highway corridor, Robertson River to Tetlin Junction, Alaskadocument, mapPreliminary Interpretive ReportPIR 2009-6CFairbanks, AK, USAAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys13 p., 4 sheets, scale 1:63,360http://dx.doi.org/10.14509/19743Reger, R.D.Solie, D.N.2008Engineering-geologic map, Alaska Highway corridor, Delta Junction to Dot Lake, AlaskamapPreliminary Interpretive ReportPIR 2008-3BFairbanks, AK, USAAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys2 sheets, scale 1:63,360http://dx.doi.org/10.14509/17981Reger, R.D.Solie, D.N.2008Reconnaissance interpretation of permafrost, Alaska Highway corridor, Delta Junction to Dot Lake, Alaskadocument, mapPreliminary Interpretive ReportPIR 2008-3CFairbanks, AK, USAAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys10 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360http://dx.doi.org/10.14509/17621Reger, R.D.Hubbard, T.D.Carver, G.A.2011Surficial geology of Alaska Highway corridor, Robertson River to Tetlin Junction, Alaskadocument, mapPreliminary Interpretive ReportPIR 2009-6AFairbanks, AK, USAAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys53 p., 4 sheets, scale 1:63,360http://dx.doi.org/10.14509/19741Reger, R.D.Hubbard, T.D.Gallagher, P.E.2012Reconnaissance interpretation of 1978-1981 permafrost, Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaskadocument, mapPreliminary Interpretive ReportPIR 2012-1CFairbanks, AK, USAAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys27 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360http://dx.doi.org/10.14509/23444Reger, R.D.Stevens, D.S.P.Solie, D.N.2008Surficial-geologic map, Delta Junction to Dot Lake, Alaska Highway corridordocument, mapPreliminary Interpretive ReportPIR 2008-3AFairbanks, AK, USAAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys48 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360http://dx.doi.org/10.14509/17961Solie, D.N.Werdon, M.B.Newberry, R.J.Freeman, L.K.Lessard, R.R.2008Major-oxide, minor-oxide, trace-element and geochemical data from rocks collected in the Alaska Highway corridor Mount Hayes Quadrangle, Alaska in 2006 and 2007documentRaw Data FileRDF 2008-2 v. 1.0.1Fairbanks, AK, USAAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys23 phttp://dx.doi.org/10.14509/16021Engineering-geologic map units were derived from the surficial-geologic map. Physical properties of engineering-geologic map units are interpretive, based on extrapolation from verified localities and from previously published reports and data. Certainty in identification of the map units varies due to the scale and interpretive nature of the mapping. The geologic unit interpretations and boundaries presented in this report result from interpretation of nominal 1:65,000-scale aerial photographs as well as investigative traverses throughout the map area, aerial reconnaissance via helicopter, and examination of road-cuts and river exposures. Potential geologic hazards are inferred from the typical physical properties of map units, including sediment texture and ground-ice content, and their typical topographic settings. Except for a few test pits, no subsurface investigations or laboratory analyses were used for this publication. The reader is cautioned that this map is intended only as a general guide, and that unevaluated geologic resources and hazards may be present. Detailed geotechnical investigations should be conducted prior to utilization of any map units for engineering purposes. This map has received one technical review by a scientist familiar with the subject matter. We incorporated the reviewer's suggestions into the final draft.Polygon topology was present and clean on the original ArcGIS geodatabase. All polygon features were topologically validated using ArcGIS prior to export to shapefile format.This dataset includes shapefiles that contain information about the mapped and interpreted engineering-geologic deposits in the map area distinguishable at a scale of 1:63,360. No analytical tests were conducted for this report. The table describes engineering properties that are generally present in the mapped surficial deposits, but local variations and exceptions are most certainly to be expected. The reader is therefore cautioned that this map is intended only as a general guide, and that unevaluated geologic resources and hazards may be present. Detailed geotechnical investigations should be conducted prior to utilization of any map units for engineering purposes.All boundaries are inferred or approximately located. Surficial mappers recorded observations on 1:50,000 scale (nominal) color-infrared aerial photographs and 1:63,360 scale topographic base maps. We believe the total horizontal accuracy of the mapped surficial-geologic contacts is on the order of 25 m or better, with somewhat lesser accuracy expected in areas of rugged relief.U.S. Geological Survey1972Tanacross A-1 QuadranglemapWashington D.C.U.S. Geological Survey1 Sheet63360USGS topo map19521971ground conditionUSGS Tanacross A-1, 1952- minor revisions 1971base mapU.S. Geological Survey1974Tanacross A-2 QuadranglemapWashington D.C.U.S. Geological Survey1 sheet63360USGS topo map19551972ground conditionUSGS Tanacross A-2, 1955- minor revisions 1972base mapU.S. Geological Survey2000Tanacross A-3 QuadranglemapWashington D.C.U.S. Geological Survey1 sheet63360USGS topo map19482000ground conditionUSGS Tanacross A-3, 1948- minor revisions 2000base mapU.S. Geological Survey1967Tanacross B-3 QuadranglemapWashington D.C.U.S. Geological Survey1 sheet63360USGS topo map19491964ground conditionUSGS Tanacross B-3, 1949- minor revisions 1964base mapU.S. Geological Survey1963Nabesna C-1 QuadranglemapWashington D.C.U.S. Geological Survey1 sheet63360USGS topo map19551963ground conditionUSGS Nabesna C-1, 1955- minor revisions 1963base mapU.S. Geological Survey1967Nabesna D-1 QuadranglemapWashington D.CU.S. Geological Survey1 sheet63360USGS topo map19521967ground conditionUSGS Nabesna D-1, 1952- minor revisions 1967base mapU.S. Geological Survey1978Nabesna D-2 QuadranglemapReston, VAU.S. Geological Survey1 sheet63360USGS topo map19551978ground conditionUSGS Nabesna D-2, 1955- minor revisions 1978base mapU.S. Geological Survey2000Nabesna D-3 QuadranglemapReston, VAU.S. Geological Survey1 sheet63360USGS topo map19552000ground conditionUSGS Nabesna D-3, 1955- minor revisions 2000base mapReger, R.D.Hubbard, T.D.Gallagher, P.E.2012Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaskadocument, mapPreliminary Interpretive ReportPIR 2012-1AFairbanks, AK, USAAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360http://dx.doi.org/10.14509/2344363360document, map2012publication dateReger, R.D. and others, 2012surficial-geologic unitsGeologic unit interpretation - Surficial-geologic units were initially identified by interpretation of ~1:65,000-scale false-color infrared aerial photographs taken in July 1978 and August 1981 and locally verified by field checking in 2008, 2009, and 2010. We interpreted the physical properties of the surficial-geologic units based on extrapolation from verified localities and from previously published reports and data. We inferred the potential geologic hazards from the typical physical properties of map units, including sediment texture and ground-ice content, and their typical topographic settings.Reger, R.D. and others, 20122010GIS analysis and digital cartography - This map is derived electronically from the surficial-geologic map of the eastern corridor segment (Reger and others, 2012) using Geographic Information System (GIS) software. Surficial geologic units were grouped based on common properties that are typically significant for engineering applications.USGS Tanacross A-1, 1952- minor revisions 1971USGS Tanacross A-2, 1955- minor revisions 1972USGS Tanacross A-3, 1948- minor revisions 2000USGS Tanacross B-3, 1949- minor revisions 1964USGS Nabesna C-1, 1955- minor revisions 1963USGS Nabesna D-1, 1952- minor revisions 1967USGS Nabesna D-2, 1955- minor revisions 1978USGS Nabesna D-3, 1955- minor revisions 20002012vectorUniversal Transverse Mercator70.999600-1410500000.0000000coordinate pair0.0000010.000001metersborderUniversal Transverse Mercator70.999600-1410500000.0000000coordinate pair0.0000010.000001metersMapUnitPolysNorth American Datum of 1927North American Datum of 19276378206.4294.9786982pir2012-1b-borderoutline shape of the study areaAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveysborderpir2012-1b-MapUnitPolysmap unit polygonsAlaska Division of Geological & Geophysical SurveysMapUnitPolysmap_unitMap unit label shown on map and described in text. See print version of map for more detail.Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical SurveysA1Alluvial deposits - Qa, QaaUnits Qa, Qaa from Reger, R.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Gallagher, P.E., 2012, Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2012-1A, 25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.A2Alluvial deposits - QaiUnit Qai in Reger, R.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Gallagher, P.E., 2012, Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2012-1A, 25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.A3Alluvial deposits - QabUnit Qab in Reger, R.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Gallagher, P.E., 2012, Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2012-1A, 25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.A4Alluvial deposits - Qat, QfteUnits Qat, Qfte in Reger, R.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Gallagher, P.E., 2012, Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2012-1A, 25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.A6Alluvial deposits - QerUnits Qer in Reger, R.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Gallagher, P.E., 2012, Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2012-1A, 25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.CColluvial deposits - Qc, Qcf, QclUnits Qc, Qcf, Qcl in Reger, R.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Gallagher, P.E., 2012, Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2012-1A, 25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.E1Eolian deposits - QeUnits Qe in Reger, R.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Gallagher, P.E., 2012, Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2012-1A, 25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.E2Eolian deposits - QesUnits Qes in Reger, R.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Gallagher, P.E., 2012, Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2012-1A, 25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.L1Lake deposits - Qlb, QldUnits Qlb, Qld in Reger, R.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Gallagher, P.E., 2012, Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2012-1A, 25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.HManmade deposits - QhfUnits Qhf in Reger, R.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Gallagher, P.E., 2012, Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2012-1A, 25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.PPaludal peat deposits - PUnits Qp in Reger, R.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Gallagher, P.E., 2012, Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2012-1A, 25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.BBedrock and residual - b, b', b+b'Units b, b', b+b' in Reger, R.D., Hubbard, T.D., and Gallagher, P.E., 2012, Surficial geology of the Alaska Highway corridor, Tetlin Junction to Canada border, Alaska: Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys Preliminary Interpretive Report 2012-1A, 25 p., 2 sheets, scale 1:63,360.lakelocation of modern lakeU.S. Geological Survey topographic maps: Tanacross A-1, 1952- minor revisions 1971, Tanacross A-2, 1955- minor revisions 1972, Tanacross A-3, 1948- minor revisions 2000, Tanacross B-3, 1949- minor revisions 1964, Nabesna C-1, 1955- minor revisions 1963, Nabesna D-1, 1952- minor revisions 1967, Nabesna D-2, 1955- minor revisions 1978, Nabesna D-3, 1955- minor revisions 2000Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveysmailing and physical
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