Code
RBMDU
Status
Formal (Van Adrichem Boogaert & Kouwe 1994).
Lithological description
Displays a typical log character of two clay beds with high gamma-ray readings, separated by sandstones. The member is useful for regional correlation purposes.
Depositional setting
Fluvial and eolian in the basin-fringe area.
Definition of lower boundary
Not yet determined.
Definition of upper boundary
Not yet determined.
Thickness indication
Up to 64 m.
Geographical distribution
Regional correlation
Proximal, sandy equivalent of the Detfurth Claystone Member. UK: Bunter Sandstone Formation; GER: Detfurth Formation; BEL: Detfurth Formation.
Age
Olenekian.
Holostratotype
Depth (thickness) AH:
2553 - 2580 m (27 m)
Origin of name
None.
Previous name(s)
None.
Reviewed by (date)
Johan ten Veen (2017).
References
Van Adrichem Boogaert, H.A. & Kouwe, W.F.P. 1994. Stratigraphic nomenclature of The Netherlands; revision and update by RGD and NOGEPA, Section E, Triassic. Mededelingen Rijks Geologische Dienst, 50, 1-28.
Cite as
TNO-GDN ([YEAR]). Upper Detfurth Sandstone Member. In: Stratigraphic Nomenclature of the Netherlands, TNO – Geological Survey of the Netherlands. Accessed on [DATE] from https://www.dinoloket.nl/en/stratigraphic-nomenclature/upper-detfurth-sandstone-member.