Open-File Report 2012–1198
AbstractThe town of Mineral, Virginia (Va.), underwent an M=5.8 earthquake on August 23, 2011. A U.S. Geological Survey team was sent to visually inspect and document the damage in the cities of Richmond, Charlottesville, Louisa, and Mineral, Va. Our inspection concluded that the Modified Mercalli Intensity rating of moderate (V) to very strong (VII) is consistent with the expected and observed damage at these locations. Louisa County, Va., sustained the most extensive damage. We photographed fallen chimneys, collapsed walls, and cracked foundations. From visual inspection of the above-listed locations, this report catalogs the range and extent of damage from the August 23, 2011, earthquake for future reference and analysis. |
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Thomas, H.R., and Turkle, K., 2013, Field survey and damage assessment of the Mineral, Virginia, earthquake of August 23, 2011: U.S. Geological Survey Open-File Report 2012–1198, 20 p., http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2012/1198/.
Abstract
Introduction
Historical Background
Geologic Setting
Post-earthquake Damage Assessment
Discussion and Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References Cited