Cross Section of Silurian Reef
at Wawautosa, Wisconsin


Cross-section of the area at 68th and State streets published in 1877 by T.C. Chamberlin, showing massive, fractured reef rock (Schoonmaker's Quarry) and flat-bedded, interreef deposits to the west (Busack's Quarry). Note small area of inclined flank beds at the western edge of the reef.



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