The BGS Lexicon of Named Rock Units — Result Details

Interglacial lacustrine deposits

Computer Code: IGLD Preferred Map Code: SYMB
Status Code: Full
Age range: Pleistocene Epoch (QP) — Pleistocene Epoch (QP)
Lithological Description: Interglacial lacustrine deposits are Quaternary lacustrine deposits of pre-Late Devensian age. Usually organic-rich, interbedded sand, silt and clay.
Definition of Lower Boundary: none recorded or not applicable
Definition of Upper Boundary: none recorded or not applicable
Thickness: none recorded or not applicable
Geographical Limits: none recorded or not applicable
Parent Unit: Interglacial deposits (IGD)
Previous Name(s): none recorded or not applicable
Alternative Name(s): none recorded or not applicable
Stratotypes:
none recorded or not applicable
Reference(s):
McMillan, A A and Powell, J H. 1999. The classification of artificial (man made) ground and natural superficial deposits. British Geological Survey Research Report, RR/99/04. 
1:50K maps on which the lithostratigraphical unit is found, and map code used:
S061