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Trace-element geochemical data from stream sediments collected in the Tok River area, Tanacross A-5 and A-6 quadrangles, Alaska in 2016

Metadata Updated: July 5, 2023

In 2016, geologists from the Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (DGGS) and University of Alaska Fairbanks carried out a two-part geologic mapping and geochemical sampling project in the Tok River area of the Tanacross A-5 and A-6 quadrangles (June 12-26 and July 8-26). This report provides results of stream-sediment sampling for trace-element geochemistry. An initial suite of sediment samples was collected from streams draining known gold occurrences, including the Stibnite Creek and Noah prospects, and numerous prospects in the White Gold area. These samples were split in half and the two splits were sieved to -200 mesh and -80 mesh, respectively. The splits were then both analyzed to determine which size fraction was best for identifying gold anomalies in this part of the Alaska Range. In most samples, the -200 mesh fraction showed higher gold levels, and hence, all additional samples we collected were analyzed at -200 mesh. In some -80 mesh samples, gold and tungsten appear to show "nugget" effects not seen in the -200 mesh samples. The other trace elements are largely equivalent between the two mesh sizes. The second suite of samples was collected throughout the map area from streams draining color anomalies, from areas where DGGS mapping identified igneous rocks upstream, and from areas with suspected potential for base-metal or gold mineralization. Highlights of the analytical results include two samples draining the Noah prospect with greater than 1 part per million gold. The analytical data tables associated with this report are available in digital format as comma-separated value (CSV) files.

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Metadata Date November 4, 2016
Metadata Created Date July 5, 2023
Metadata Updated Date July 5, 2023
Reference Date(s) January 1, 2016 (publication)
Frequency Of Update notPlanned

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Harvested from Alaska Division of Geological and Geophysical Surveys

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Resource Type Dataset
Metadata Date November 4, 2016
Metadata Created Date July 5, 2023
Metadata Updated Date July 5, 2023
Reference Date(s) January 1, 2016 (publication)
Responsible Party Alaska Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (Point of Contact)
Contact Email
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Access Constraints Use Constraints: Any hard copies or published datasets utilizing these datasets shall clearly indicate their source. If the user has modified the data in any way, the user is obligated to describe the types of modifications the user has made. The user specifically agrees not to misrepresent these datasets, nor to imply that changes made by the user were approved by the State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys. The State of Alaska makes no express or implied warranties (including warranties for merchantability and fitness) with respect to the character, functions, or capabilities of the electronic data or products or their appropriateness for any user's purposes. In no event will the State of Alaska be liable for any incidental, indirect, special, consequential, or other damages suffered by the user or any other person or entity whether from the use of the electronic services or products or any failure thereof or otherwise. In no event will the State of Alaska's liability to the Requestor or anyone else exceed the fee paid for the electronic service or product., Access Constraints: This report, map, and/or dataset is available directly from the State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys (see contact information below).
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