A detailed field study of coal openings along Goose Creek and its tributaries, with practical coal-bed observations and mapping.
The book presents a recent, in-depth examination of coal openings accessible on Goose Creek and its tributaries in Clay and Knox counties. It combines field surveys, bed sections, correlations, and topographic notes to help readers understand the coal beds and their distribution in this region. A companion map and measured elevations support the discussion of stratigraphy and local geology.
Structured for clarity, it walks from a broad field review to specific openings, and it notes how coal seams relate to surrounding sandstones and shales. The text emphasizes how dip, terrain, and outcrop shape the search for workable coal and the identification of beds in complex terrain.
- Identifies principal coal beds in descending order and discusses thickness and quality variations.
- Offers measured sections, bed descriptions, and elevation data from multiple openings.
- Explains how geology, topography, and stratigraphy influence correlation and prospecting.
- Includes maps and field observations relevant to clay and Knox counties in Kentucky.
Ideal for readers with an interest in Kentucky geology, coal geology, field prospecting, or historical survey work.