Earthquake forecast for the Wasatch Front region of the Intermountain West
Fact Sheet
2016-3019
Prepared in cooperation with the Utah Geological Survey, URS Corporation, University of Utah Seismograph Stations, and University of Utah.
By: Christopher B. DuRoss
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Abstract
The Working Group on Utah Earthquake Probabilities has assessed the probability of large earthquakes in the Wasatch Front region. There is a 43 percent probability of one or more magnitude 6.75 or greater earthquakes and a 57 percent probability of one or more magnitude 6.0 or greater earthquakes in the region in the next 50 years. These results highlight the threat of large earthquakes in the region.
Suggested Citation
DuRoss, C.B., 2016, Earthquake forecast for the Wasatch Front region of the Intermountain West: U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet 2016–3019, 2 p., http://doi.dx.org/10.3133/fs20163019.
ISSN: 2327-6932 (online)
Study Area
Table of Contents
- Wasatch Front Region Earthquake Forecast
- Consequences of Future Earthquakes
- References Cited
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | Earthquake forecast for the Wasatch Front region of the Intermountain West |
| Series title | Fact Sheet |
| Series number | 2016-3019 |
| DOI | 10.3133/fs20163019 |
| Year Published | 2016 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | U.S. Geological Survey |
| Publisher location | Reston, VA |
| Contributing office(s) | Geologic Hazards Science Center |
| Description | 2 p. |
| Country | United States |
| State | Utah |
| Other Geospatial | Wasatch Front Region |
| Online Only (Y/N) | Y |
| Additional Online Files (Y/N) | N |
| Google Analytic Metrics | Metrics page |