QCA UnderfootGeologic Features and Sites in the Quad Cities AreaThe purpose of this web page is to provide residents and visitors to the Quad Cities Area a look at some of the geologic features and sites in the cities and surrounding region. While not as diverse or spectacular as some regions of the country, there are still geologic locations of interest to the geologist, amateur rock hound, or nature enthusaist. A Word of WarningThe sites described in this web page are for the most part viewable from public highways, or city and state property. In some cases the feature is located on private property. Access to these sites in particular requires prior permission from the owner. Visitors to city or state property are reminded to follow all rules and regulations while on that land. Collecting samples from the various locations is discouraged. It is illegal in some cases, and harmful in others. The best policy while visiting these site is the one endorsed by the National Park Service - "Take only pictures, leave only footprints." Enjoy these sites, but leave them in a state that others can enjoy as well. Ben Butterworth Parkway, MolineFeatures Summary: Silurian aged Racine fossiliferous dolostone; Mississippi River Centennial Bridge, Rock Island/DavenportFeatures Summary: Mississippi River Southeast of Moline Airport, MolineFeatures Summary: Glacial loess deposit Blackhawk State Historical SiteFeatures Summary: Glacial loess deposit; Quarry operation; Pennsylvanian shale; Mass Wasting Geologic Features and Sites outside of the Quad Cities AreaMakoketa cavesCaves Pikes Peak State Park, IAConfluence of the Mississippi and Wisconsin River Thompson-Fulton Sand PraireSand Praire; Blowout Dunes Mississippi Palisades State ParkMississippi River; Bluffs; Sink Holes |
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