USGS Logo Geological Survey Water-Supply Paper 1475-G
Water-Supply Possibilities at Capitol Reef National Monument, Utah
CONTENTS

Cover

Abstract

Introduction

Purpose of the investigation
Location of the area
Map coverage and previous investigations
Climate
Water use and future water need

Geology

Water resources

Surface water
Springs
Wells in alluvium
Wells in bedrock

Conclusions

Selected references


UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
STEWART L. UDALL, Secretary

GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
Thomas B. Nolan, Director


ILLUSTRATIONS

PLATE

15. Geologic map of the headquarters area, Capitol Reef National Monument, Utah.
16. Geologic section A—A' showing estimated depth of a typical water test well in the vicinity of Fruita, Utah.

TABLES

TABLE

1. Generalized section of the geologic formations and their water-bearing properties in the headquarters area
2. Chemical analyses of water from selected sources in the headquarters area

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