Ninemile Formation

The Ninemile Shale is a geologic formation in Nevada. It preserves fossils dating back to the Ordovician period.

Ninemile Shale
Stratigraphic range: Ordovician
TypeGeologic formation
Unit ofPogonip Group
UnderliesAntelope Valley Limestone
OverliesGoodwin Limestone
Thickness550 ft (170 m)
Lithology
PrimaryShale
Location
RegionNevada
Country United States

See also

References

  • Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 8 July 2014.


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