Richthofen Formation Sedimentology and Source Rock Analysis, Yukon

63 Rock-Eval 6 pyrolysis samples from the Jurassic Richthofen formation in the northern Whitehorse Trough, Yukon. The dataset, published by the Government of Yukon, characterizes the formation's stratigraphy and hydrocarbon potential. It was last updated on April 17, 2026.

Use Cases

• Assessing gas-prone source rock quality based on programmed pyrolysis results
• Modeling stratigraphic sequences based on described turbidite and conglomerate units
• Correlating geological formations across regions based on the Inklin Formation correlation

Strengths

• 63 Rock-Eval 6 analysis samples provide a quantitative basis for source rock evaluation
• Detailed stratigraphic description includes thickness estimates and unit subdivisions
• Clear geographic focus on the Laberge map area (NTS 105E) in Yukon

Limitations

• Row count is unknown, which may limit suitability assessment
• Column-level documentation is absent; field semantics must be inferred after download
• The description states no comprehensive stratigraphic section exists for the formation

Provenance

Source

Government of Yukon

Collection Method

Programmed pyrolysis using Rock-Eval 6 analysis of field samples.

Time Range

Jurassic period

Freshness

Last updated 2026-04-17 15:48:45.317708; freshness should be verified

Geography

Northern Whitehorse Trough, Yukon, specifically the Laberge map area (NTS 105E)