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EGS Collab Experiment 2: Microseismic Monitoring

Metadata Updated: February 14, 2025

This dataset contains continuous seismic waveform data recorded during stimulation and thermal circulation tests for the Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) Collab Experiment #2, conducted from February to September 2022 at the Sanford Underground Research Facility in Lead, South Dakota. This experiment aimed to study and validate models of geothermal systems by injecting high-pressure fluids into rock formations 1200-1500 meters below the surface, inducing microseismic events. The seismic monitoring system included 16 three-component accelerometers and a 24-channel hydrophone array, installed in boreholes surrounding the test area. Data were recorded at high sampling rates using a continuous waveform recording system to monitor seismic activity in real time.

The dataset contains the raw data stored in binary format, with files named based on timestamps, and includes calibration certificates for some sensors to facilitate corrections to real units. Users are strongly advised to consult the accompanying detailed report, which outlines the experimental setup, sensor specifications, installation procedures, and data processing methods. The report also describes important nuances, such as the hardware filters on hydrophones, sensor calibration details, and the naming conventions for the recorded data. Proper use of this dataset may require familiarity with seismic data analysis tools, such as the Obspy Python package, and an understanding of the SEED naming conventions used for channel identification.

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Public: This dataset is intended for public access and use. License: Creative Commons Attribution

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Dates

Metadata Created Date January 29, 2025
Metadata Updated Date February 14, 2025

Metadata Source

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Additional Metadata

Resource Type Dataset
Metadata Created Date January 29, 2025
Metadata Updated Date February 14, 2025
Publisher Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Maintainer
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Data First Published 2024-05-28T06:00:00Z
Data Last Modified 2025-02-14T21:04:00Z
Public Access Level public
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Program Code 019:006
Projectlead Lauren Boyd
Projectnumber EE0032708
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