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• 1. [Article] The Ore bin ; Vol. 27 No. 7 (July 1965)

  Introduction -- Cones and flows of questionable recent age -- Volcanic history of the Sand Mountain Lava Field -- Eruptive rocks from Inacessible alignment and Twin Craters -- Hoodoo Butte -- History of ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 27 No. 7 (July 1965) Author: Taylor, Edward M., 1933-, Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries Introduction -- Cones and flows of questionable recent age -- Volcanic history of the Sand Mountain Lava Field -- Eruptive rocks from Inacessible alignment and Twin Craters -- Hoodoo Butte -- History of the Belknap Volcano -- Blue Lake Crater -- The Spatter Cone Chain -- Sims and Condon Buttes -- Volcanic history of Yapoah Cone and related vents -- Volcanic history of Four-in-Once Cone and related vents -- Volcanic history of Collier Cone -- Continuity in the volcanic record -- Acknowledgment -- Glossary of selected terms -- References Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 27 No. 7 (July 1965) Author: Taylor, Edward M., 1933-, Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries Introduction -- Cones and flows of questionable recent age -- Volcanic history of the Sand Mountain Lava Field -- Eruptive rocks from Inacessible alignment and Twin Craters -- Hoodoo Butte -- History of the Belknap Volcano -- Blue Lake Crater -- The Spatter Cone Chain -- Sims and Condon Buttes -- Volcanic history of Yapoah Cone and related vents -- Volcanic history of Four-in-Once Cone and related vents -- Volcanic history of Collier Cone -- Continuity in the volcanic record -- Acknowledgment -- Glossary of selected terms -- References Close

• 2. [Article] The Ore bin ; Vol. 33 No. 4 (April 1971)

  Seismically active areas exist within Oregon. The seismic history of Oregon is too short to be used as an accurate predictor of earthquake size, number, and distribution. Continual monitoring of earthquakes ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 33 No. 4 (April 1971) Author: Lowell, Robert P., Couch, Richard W., Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries Seismically active areas exist within Oregon. The seismic history of Oregon is too short to be used as an accurate predictor of earthquake size, number, and distribution. Continual monitoring of earthquakes by seismograph stations during the next several decades should provide a more accurate estimate of the seismicity of Oregon. To provide adequate and accurate coverage additional seismograph stations are needed, particularly in southeastern Oregon. Rapid urbanization of the Willamette Valley and extensive public works planned for other areas of Oregon make it imperative that the stabilities of the areas be known. Specialized equipment such as portable microearthquake seismometer arrays, which have been developed to assist in local immediate problems, can accurately map active fault zones. In addition, they can locate active zones of continuing deformation which exist without producing the larger release of elastic strain energy of felt earthquakes. Studies of both historical and concurrent seismicity of an area should be of paramount importance when considering potential sites for nuclear generating stations or large construction projects such as dams, airports, large office buildings, and housing developments. Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 33 No. 4 (April 1971) Author: Lowell, Robert P., Couch, Richard W., Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries Seismically active areas exist within Oregon. The seismic history of Oregon is too short to be used as an accurate predictor of earthquake size, number, and distribution. Continual monitoring of earthquakes by seismograph stations during the next several decades should provide a more accurate estimate of the seismicity of Oregon. To provide adequate and accurate coverage additional seismograph stations are needed, particularly in southeastern Oregon. Rapid urbanization of the Willamette Valley and extensive public works planned for other areas of Oregon make it imperative that the stabilities of the areas be known. Specialized equipment such as portable microearthquake seismometer arrays, which have been developed to assist in local immediate problems, can accurately map active fault zones. In addition, they can locate active zones of continuing deformation which exist without producing the larger release of elastic strain energy of felt earthquakes. Studies of both historical and concurrent seismicity of an area should be of paramount importance when considering potential sites for nuclear generating stations or large construction projects such as dams, airports, large office buildings, and housing developments. Close

• 3. [Article] The Ore bin ; Vol. 25 No. 7 (July 1963)

  "It is the purpose of this paper, through a brief review of the history of Astoria, to construct a framework of the physical history of the city, to place each published geologist in his correct historical ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 25 No. 7 (July 1963) Author: Dodds, Betty, Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries "It is the purpose of this paper, through a brief review of the history of Astoria, to construct a framework of the physical history of the city, to place each published geologist in his correct historical setting within the city, and to reestablish his locales so as to be presently useful."--P. 113-114 Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 25 No. 7 (July 1963) Author: Dodds, Betty, Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries "It is the purpose of this paper, through a brief review of the history of Astoria, to construct a framework of the physical history of the city, to place each published geologist in his correct historical setting within the city, and to reestablish his locales so as to be presently useful."--P. 113-114 Close

• 4. [Article] The Ore bin ; Vol. 27 No. 2 (February 1965)

  A brief history of the Oregon Portland Cement Co. / F. E. McCaslin -- The age of Clear Lake, Oregon / G. T. Benson -- Oregon's lost meteorites / Erwin F. Lange.

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 27 No. 2 (February 1965) Author: Benson, Gilbert Thomas, 1929-, McCaslin, F. E., Lange, Erwin F., Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries A brief history of the Oregon Portland Cement Co. / F. E. McCaslin -- The age of Clear Lake, Oregon / G. T. Benson -- Oregon's lost meteorites / Erwin F. Lange. Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 27 No. 2 (February 1965) Author: Benson, Gilbert Thomas, 1929-, McCaslin, F. E., Lange, Erwin F., Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries A brief history of the Oregon Portland Cement Co. / F. E. McCaslin -- The age of Clear Lake, Oregon / G. T. Benson -- Oregon's lost meteorites / Erwin F. Lange. Close

• 5. [Article] The Ore bin ; Vol. 26 No. 2 (February 1964)

  Introduction -- Previous investigations -- Field work -- Geologic setting -- Volcanic history of the Diamond Craters -- Cored bombs -- Conclusion -- Selected bibliography

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 26 No. 2 (February 1964) Author: Peterson, Norman V., Groh, Edward A., Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries Introduction -- Previous investigations -- Field work -- Geologic setting -- Volcanic history of the Diamond Craters -- Cored bombs -- Conclusion -- Selected bibliography Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 26 No. 2 (February 1964) Author: Peterson, Norman V., Groh, Edward A., Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries Introduction -- Previous investigations -- Field work -- Geologic setting -- Volcanic history of the Diamond Craters -- Cored bombs -- Conclusion -- Selected bibliography Close

• 6. [Article] The Ore bin ; Vol. 31 No. 12 (December 1969)

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 31 No. 12 (December 1969) Author: Hines, Pierre R., Ramp, Len, Whitsett, Robert Manning, Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries, Couch, Richard W. Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 31 No. 12 (December 1969) Author: Hines, Pierre R., Ramp, Len, Whitsett, Robert Manning, Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries, Couch, Richard W. Close

• 7. [Article] The Ore Bin ; Vol. 38 No. 5 (May 1976)

  Average annual losses caused by geologic hazards in Oregon are difficult to determine, owing to incomplete and scattered data. Preliminary considerations, however, indicate that losses to landslides may ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: The Ore Bin ; Vol. 38 No. 5 (May 1976) Author: Beaulieu, John D., Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries Average annual losses caused by geologic hazards in Oregon are difficult to determine, owing to incomplete and scattered data. Preliminary considerations, however, indicate that losses to landslides may total between $4 million and $40 million per year. As many as nine persons have been killed by one landslide in Oregon in recent years. Losses through coastal retreat have totaled millions of dollars as large parts of major communities have been destroyed. Tsunami damage totals approximately $1 million and would probably be far greater were it not for the fortunate timing of the 1964 tsunami. Flood losses will average $36 million per year by the year 2000. Because this hazard is so large and complex, it is dealt with by several state and Federal agencies. Volcanic and earthquake hazards constitute long-range threats, with the potential for catastrophic consequences. Specific identifications of these hazards and long-range mitigative efforts can reduce the risk considerably. It is the aim of a good hazards investigation to regard not only the historic distribution of hazards but also the causes and the distribution of hazardous antecedent conditions. The net result is the generation of information that is more than purely a descriptive account of past events, but which is also a predictive tool for evaluating the impacts of contemplated changes in land use. In this way, the information becomes a powerful land-management tool. Effective mitigation and planning can only proceed on a firm foundation of accurate hazards analysis and mapping. The aim of the geologic hazards program at the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries is to provide objective and accurate data, free of personal value judgments. The purpose is to provide government with an array of appropriate uses for land in hazardous areas, based on adequate information and on unbiased investigation. Title: The Ore Bin ; Vol. 38 No. 5 (May 1976) Author: Beaulieu, John D., Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries Average annual losses caused by geologic hazards in Oregon are difficult to determine, owing to incomplete and scattered data. Preliminary considerations, however, indicate that losses to landslides may total between $4 million and $40 million per year. As many as nine persons have been killed by one landslide in Oregon in recent years. Losses through coastal retreat have totaled millions of dollars as large parts of major communities have been destroyed. Tsunami damage totals approximately $1 million and would probably be far greater were it not for the fortunate timing of the 1964 tsunami. Flood losses will average $36 million per year by the year 2000. Because this hazard is so large and complex, it is dealt with by several state and Federal agencies. Volcanic and earthquake hazards constitute long-range threats, with the potential for catastrophic consequences. Specific identifications of these hazards and long-range mitigative efforts can reduce the risk considerably. It is the aim of a good hazards investigation to regard not only the historic distribution of hazards but also the causes and the distribution of hazardous antecedent conditions. The net result is the generation of information that is more than purely a descriptive account of past events, but which is also a predictive tool for evaluating the impacts of contemplated changes in land use. In this way, the information becomes a powerful land-management tool. Effective mitigation and planning can only proceed on a firm foundation of accurate hazards analysis and mapping. The aim of the geologic hazards program at the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries is to provide objective and accurate data, free of personal value judgments. The purpose is to provide government with an array of appropriate uses for land in hazardous areas, based on adequate information and on unbiased investigation. Close

• 8. [Article] The Ore bin ; Vol. 32 No. 9 (September 1970)

  Everyone involved with the mining and petroleum industries, either directly or indirectly, is aware of the mounting concern by the general public with the possibly deleterious effects of mineral exploration ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 32 No. 9 (September 1970) Author: Mowbray, George, Corcoran, Raymond E., Johnson, Samuel S., Dole, Hollis M. (Hollis Mathews), Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries Everyone involved with the mining and petroleum industries, either directly or indirectly, is aware of the mounting concern by the general public with the possibly deleterious effects of mineral exploration and development on the environment. Oftentimes the outcry about "desecration of the land" is not based on actual knowledge of a specific mining activity. The mineral resource companies are faced with a true dilemma; they are being subjected to increasing governmental restraints and regulations because of the nature of the work they perform while, at the same time, people continue to want more and more manufactured goods which originate in a "hole in the ground." These companies are trying to develop a greater awareness on the part of the public of the problems faced by the industry in providing the necessary raw material required by our technological society. Three magazine articles received by the Department during the past few months discuss different aspects of mineral resource development. Excerpts from them are printed below. These articles are by men who are involved with various phases of mineral conservation and who show that they have given thoughtful attention to this common area of concern. The first report is taken from a news release by Hollis M. Dole, Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Mineral Resources. The second item appeared in an article by George Mowbray, who is Director and principal of Stevenson & Kellogg, Ltd. of Canada. The last article is part of a report written by Samuel S. Johnson, President of Jefferson Plywood Co., Redmond, Oregon. Mr. Johnson served on the Advisory Council of the Public Land Law Review Commission. The full report of the Commission was published in June 1970 and contains 18 recommendations of basic principles to guide future policy concerning the public lands. These three articles deserve thoughtful and serious attention. The points brought out in them will eventually have to be recognized by all of us -- the general public, the governmental agencies, and the mineral resource industries -- if we are ever to develop a better understanding of our mutual problems. Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 32 No. 9 (September 1970) Author: Mowbray, George, Corcoran, Raymond E., Johnson, Samuel S., Dole, Hollis M. (Hollis Mathews), Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries Everyone involved with the mining and petroleum industries, either directly or indirectly, is aware of the mounting concern by the general public with the possibly deleterious effects of mineral exploration and development on the environment. Oftentimes the outcry about "desecration of the land" is not based on actual knowledge of a specific mining activity. The mineral resource companies are faced with a true dilemma; they are being subjected to increasing governmental restraints and regulations because of the nature of the work they perform while, at the same time, people continue to want more and more manufactured goods which originate in a "hole in the ground." These companies are trying to develop a greater awareness on the part of the public of the problems faced by the industry in providing the necessary raw material required by our technological society. Three magazine articles received by the Department during the past few months discuss different aspects of mineral resource development. Excerpts from them are printed below. These articles are by men who are involved with various phases of mineral conservation and who show that they have given thoughtful attention to this common area of concern. The first report is taken from a news release by Hollis M. Dole, Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Mineral Resources. The second item appeared in an article by George Mowbray, who is Director and principal of Stevenson & Kellogg, Ltd. of Canada. The last article is part of a report written by Samuel S. Johnson, President of Jefferson Plywood Co., Redmond, Oregon. Mr. Johnson served on the Advisory Council of the Public Land Law Review Commission. The full report of the Commission was published in June 1970 and contains 18 recommendations of basic principles to guide future policy concerning the public lands. These three articles deserve thoughtful and serious attention. The points brought out in them will eventually have to be recognized by all of us -- the general public, the governmental agencies, and the mineral resource industries -- if we are ever to develop a better understanding of our mutual problems. Close

• 9. [Article] The Ore bin ; Vol. 34 No. 8 (August 1972)

  The plate tectonic history of Oregon is but one piece of a worldwide jigsaw puzzle encompassing much of geologic time. With the splitting of Pangaea in Mesozoic times, Oregon has occupied the leading edge ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 34 No. 8 (August 1972) Author: Beaulieu, John D., Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries The plate tectonic history of Oregon is but one piece of a worldwide jigsaw puzzle encompassing much of geologic time. With the splitting of Pangaea in Mesozoic times, Oregon has occupied the leading edge of the North American Plate as it has impinged upon the ancestral oceanic East Pacific Plate. In the process Oregon has undergone profound subduction type tectonism. In addition, it may have acquired much lithospheric material from other plates, possibly some of the Paleozoic rocks of the Klamaths from Asia, ultramafic rocks and volcanic rocks from the Triassic oceanic crust, and the Siletz River Volcanics from the Eocene deep-sea floor. In middle Tertiary times, Oregon, along with the rest of western North America, actually caught up with the East Pacific Rise, an event which profoundly altered the pattern of tectonic behavior within the state. Flood basalts and block faulting replaced andesitic volcanism and thrust faulting as the dominant mode of tectonism. The pattern of deformation in late Tertiary times is extremely complex and a plate tectonic model consistent with all the data has yet to be formulated. Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 34 No. 8 (August 1972) Author: Beaulieu, John D., Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries The plate tectonic history of Oregon is but one piece of a worldwide jigsaw puzzle encompassing much of geologic time. With the splitting of Pangaea in Mesozoic times, Oregon has occupied the leading edge of the North American Plate as it has impinged upon the ancestral oceanic East Pacific Plate. In the process Oregon has undergone profound subduction type tectonism. In addition, it may have acquired much lithospheric material from other plates, possibly some of the Paleozoic rocks of the Klamaths from Asia, ultramafic rocks and volcanic rocks from the Triassic oceanic crust, and the Siletz River Volcanics from the Eocene deep-sea floor. In middle Tertiary times, Oregon, along with the rest of western North America, actually caught up with the East Pacific Rise, an event which profoundly altered the pattern of tectonic behavior within the state. Flood basalts and block faulting replaced andesitic volcanism and thrust faulting as the dominant mode of tectonism. The pattern of deformation in late Tertiary times is extremely complex and a plate tectonic model consistent with all the data has yet to be formulated. Close

• 10. [Article] The Ore bin ; Vol. 24 No. 12 (December 1962)

  The use of clinoptilolite / Randall E. Brown -- Clinoptilolite tuff from the John Day Formation, eastern Oregon / Richard V. Fisher.

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 24 No. 12 (December 1962) Author: Brown, Randall E., Fisher, Richard V. (Richard Virgil), 1928-, Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries The use of clinoptilolite / Randall E. Brown -- Clinoptilolite tuff from the John Day Formation, eastern Oregon / Richard V. Fisher. Title: The Ore bin ; Vol. 24 No. 12 (December 1962) Author: Brown, Randall E., Fisher, Richard V. (Richard Virgil), 1928-, Oregon. Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries The use of clinoptilolite / Randall E. Brown -- Clinoptilolite tuff from the John Day Formation, eastern Oregon / Richard V. Fisher. Close