Geothermic model for the rise of deeper groundwater along faults in unconsolidated rocks

A simple model was derived which may be used to explain measured temperature anomalies in areas of unconsolidated rock containing faults. It is assumed that deep groundwater rises along the path provided by the faulting. The calculations were performed using temperature data from the Niederrhein--Bucht. The model yields a quantitative relationship between the vertical flow of groundwater and the temperature anomalies observed. The primary results indicate that the quantity of water flow required to produce the observed temperature distribution is quite small. No hydrological contradictions are associated with the model. Six references are given and five maps and stratigraphic sections are provided