Wilcox Formation
The Wilcox Formation is a geologic formation in Tennessee. It preserves fossils dating back to the Paleogene period.
| Wilcox Formation Stratigraphic range: Paleogene | |
|---|---|
| Type | Formation |
| Location | |
| Region | Illinois and Tennessee |
| Country |  |
The first hydrocarbon discover in the formation occurred in 1928, onshore Texas. Subsequent field discoveries included the Seven Sisters Field, the Fandando Field , and in 1940 the Sheridan Field in Colorado County, Texas. Notable offshore discoveries within the formation include BAHA No. 2, and in 2004, the giant Jack Field.[1][2][3]
See also
References
- Snedden, John; Galloway, William; Phillips, Marcie; Weimer, Paul. "The Paleogene (Wilcox) Deepwater Play". AAPG Explorer. AAPG. Retrieved 14 May 2020.
- Meyer, Dave; Zarra, Larry; Rains, David; Meltz, Bob; Hall, Tom. "Emergence of the Lower Tertiary Wilcox Trend in the Deepwater Gulf of Mexico". AAPG Explorer. AAPG. Retrieved 14 May 2020.
- Lofton, Coleman. "Sheridan Field, Colorado County, Texas". Datapages. AAPG. Retrieved 14 May 2020.
- Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 22 June 2014.
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