The BGS Lexicon of Named Rock Units — Result Details

Carnedd Iago Formation [Obsolete: use ALL]

Computer Code: CRI Preferred Map Code: CRI
Status Code: Index Level
Age range: Arenig Series (OR) — Arenig Series (OR)
Lithological Description: [Obsolete: use ALL] Has the impersistent Garth Grit Member at its base, and comprises streaky mudstones and siltstones. Also includes fossiliferous Henllan Ash Member.
Definition of Lower Boundary: Base of Garth Grit - where present and by incoming of streaky mudstones above Afon Gam Formation.
Definition of Upper Boundary: Top of formation is the base of the mudstones overlying the Henllan Ash.
Thickness: 0 to 340m
Geographical Limits: Not defined.
Parent Unit: none recorded or not applicable
Previous Name(s): none recorded or not applicable
Alternative Name(s): none recorded or not applicable
Stratotypes:
Type Area  Snowdon, Sheet 119. 
Reference(s):
Lynas, B D T, 1973. The Cambrian and Ordovician rocks of the Migneint area, North Wales. Journal of the Geological Society, London, Vol.129, 481-503. 
1:50K maps on which the lithostratigraphical unit is found, and map code used:
E120