Paoli Formation

Paoli Formation
Stratigraphic range: Mississippian
Carter Cave Flint (Kentucky), attributed to the Paoli Limestone
TypeFormation
Unit ofBlue River Group, St. Louis Group
Sub-units
  • Downeys Bluff Member
  • Yankeetown Member
  • Renault Member
  • Aux Vases Member
UnderliesBethel Formation
OverliesSte. Genevieve Limestone
Location
Region
CountryUnited States

The Paoli Formation, Paoli Limestone, or Paoli Chert is a geologic formation in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Missouri. This formation contains members that are known hydrocarbon reservoirs.

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