Broome Seismic Reflection Survey of the Canning Basin, 1954-55

A seismic reflection survey conducted by the Bureau of Mineral Resources near Broome, Western Australia, during 1954 and 1955. The work indicated a sedimentary thickness of at least 6000 feet, and probably as much as 10,000 feet, and showed that subsurface formations are likely folded and faulted. It was part of a general investigation of the Canning Basin aimed at determining sediment distribution south of the Fenton Fault.

Use Cases

• Model subsurface geological structure based on indications of folding and faulting.
• Estimate sediment thickness for basin analysis based on the reported 6000 to 10000 foot range.
• Investigate the distribution of sediments south of the Fenton Fault as described in the survey's aim.
• Conduct historical analysis of early geophysical exploration techniques in Western Australia.

Strengths

• Survey conducted by a recognized geological authority, the Bureau of Mineral Resources.
• Specific findings on sediment thickness (6000-10000 feet) and structural features (folding/faulting) are reported.
• Clear temporal (1954-55) and geographic (near Broome, Canning Basin) scope is defined.

Limitations

• Data is historical, from 1954-55, and may not reflect modern standards or interpretations.
• Column-level documentation is absent; field semantics must be inferred after download.
• Row count is unknown, which may limit suitability assessment.

Provenance

Source

Bureau of Mineral Resources (via Geoscience Australia Data).

Collection Method

Seismic reflection survey.

Time Range

1954-1955

Freshness

Last updated 2026-05-14 04:14:50.676895; freshness should be verified.

Geography

A small area near Broome, Western Australia, within the Canning Basin.