Faculty Mentor
Brian Buchanan
Presentation Type
Poster
Primary Discipline of Presentation
Geosciences
Abstract
A study of Mima Mounds and Mima-like mounds which are common to the Scabland areas of Washington and Northern Oregon. A specific look at the Rock Creek Recreation Area near Sprague, WA, using LiDAR as a beginning point to quantify and categorize the mound's numbers, and their unique geomorphology. Geological and Biological theories are examined as possible explanations of the mound formations and maintenance on the landscape. Geospatial tools are used to analyze the frequency of the mounds and their clustering behaviors. Further research will be needed to improve our understanding of the mounds and the underlying geologic and biologic triggers.
Recommended Citation
Lilya, Emily, "An Examination of Washington's Mima Mounds Through LiDAR Analysis" (2025). 2025 Symposium. 19.
https://dc.ewu.edu/srcw_2025/works_2025/works_2025/19
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An Examination of Washington's Mima Mounds Through LiDAR Analysis
A study of Mima Mounds and Mima-like mounds which are common to the Scabland areas of Washington and Northern Oregon. A specific look at the Rock Creek Recreation Area near Sprague, WA, using LiDAR as a beginning point to quantify and categorize the mound's numbers, and their unique geomorphology. Geological and Biological theories are examined as possible explanations of the mound formations and maintenance on the landscape. Geospatial tools are used to analyze the frequency of the mounds and their clustering behaviors. Further research will be needed to improve our understanding of the mounds and the underlying geologic and biologic triggers.
