Clearwater Formation, Shale formation in Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada.
The Clearwater Formation extends across northeastern Alberta with layers of black and green shale, sandstone, and siltstone reaching depths of 85 meters.
Geologist R.G. McConnell first identified and documented the Clearwater Formation in 1893, naming it after the Clearwater River near Fort McMurray.
The formation contains preserved marine fossils, including complete specimens of plesiosaurs and ichthyosaurs discovered during mining operations.
The Wabiskaw Member at the formation's base contains glauconitic sandstones and heavy oil deposits suitable for thermal recovery processes.
Mining activities in the formation have revealed numerous fossil specimens that provide information about marine species from the Early Cretaceous period.
Location: Alberta
Made from material: shale
GPS coordinates: 58.01360,-111.34400
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:39
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