Numerical hydrologic modeling of the Creede epithermal ore-forming system, Colorado

One of the fundamental objectives of the extensive research on Creede district, Colorado, has been to determine the sources, pathways, and interactions of fluids involved in the genesis of the epithermal ores. From the large volume of data on the main period of mineralization, a well-constrained conceptual flow model has evolved. In this model, an intrusion at depth drove hydrothermal convection, and topography drove shallow groundwater flow. Fluids from at least three sources fed the system, and boiling and/or mixing promoted ore deposition. In this study, I examine the qualitative constraints on this model, derive new controls, and then use numerical methods to evaluate the hydrology.

Name thesis:degree_name

Ph.D.

Level thesis:degree_level

Dissertation

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Geology

Grantor

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Year dc:date

2011

Author dc:creator

• Hayba, Daniel Owen

Contributors dc:contributor

• Bethke, Craig M.

• Geology
• Hydrology

Statement dc:rights

• Copyright 1993 Hayba, Daniel Owen

Language dc:language

eng

Identifier

AAI9329054
(UMI)AAI9329054

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:www.ideals.illinois.edu:2142/18944