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Hinton Formation

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Hinton Formation
Stratigraphic range: Serpukhovian
The Hinton Formation in Upper Mississippian, West Virginia.
TypeFormation
UnderliesPrinceton Sandstone
OverliesBluefield Formation
Location
RegionAppalachia and Southeastern United States
CountryUnited States
ExtentVirginia and West Virginia

The Hinton Formation is a geologic formation in West Virginia. It preserves fossils dating back to the Carboniferous period. It is mainly made up of limestone, sandstone, and shale.

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