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Derby-Doerun Dolomite

Coordinates: 37°49′21″N 90°32′19″W / 37.822551°N 90.5387361°W / 37.822551; -90.5387361
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Derby-Doerun Dolomite
Stratigraphic range: Upper Cambrian
TypeFormation
Unit ofElvins Group
UnderliesPotosi Dolomite
OverliesDavis Formation[1]
Lithology
PrimaryDolomite
Location
RegionSt. Francois County, Missouri
CountryUnited States

The Derby-Doerun Dolomite is a Cambrian geologic formation exposed in southeast Missouri. Originally the Derby and Doerun were originally considered separate formations, but now considered a single unit.[1] The combined name is from the Derby Mine and the Doe Run Lead Company of the Old Lead Belt.[1]

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References

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  • Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 17 December 2021.

37°49′21″N 90°32′19″W / 37.822551°N 90.5387361°W / 37.822551; -90.5387361