Geohazard Assessment for Soluble Geological Deposits

A British Geological Survey assessment of areas potentially affected by dissolution of soluble deposits like rock salt, gypsum, chalk, or limestone. The methodology uses BGS digital stratigraphic linework and expert knowledge of three-dimensional formation behavior.

Use Cases

• Model dissolution hazard potential using digital stratigraphic linework and expert-defined formation behavior
• Identify regions susceptible to natural geohazards from evaporites and limestone deposits
• Integrate geological formation data for land-use planning and natural hazard risk assessment

Strengths

• Produced by the authoritative British Geological Survey (BGS)
• Methodology based on expert knowledge of three-dimensional formation behavior

Limitations

• Dataset has been discontinued and is now part of the broader GeoSure product
• No sample data, column definitions, or size information is available for independent review

Provenance

Source

British Geological Survey (BGS)

Collection Method

Assessment based on BGS digital stratigraphic linework and expert knowledge

Time Range

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