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usgs-produced-waters

Queries and analyzes USGS National Produced Waters Geochemical Database for ion concentrations.

Updated Mar 5, 2026
Search Tags:#lithium#geochemistry#magnesium#produced water#USGS database#oilfield brine
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npx skills add https://github.com/jpfielding/claude.pnge --skill usgs-produced-waters
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Skill: usgs-produced-waters
Source: https://github.com/jpfielding/claude.pnge/tree/main/skills/usgs-produced-waters
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jpfielding/claude.pnge --skill usgs-produced-waters

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides access to and analysis of the USGS National Produced Waters Geochemical Database, enabling users to understand the chemical composition of produced water and oilfield brines, crucial for resource recovery and environmental assessment.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Geochemical Data Access: Query a vast dataset (~115,000 samples) of produced water chemistry from U.S. oil and gas wells.
  • Lithium & Magnesium Analysis: Specifically identify and analyze concentrations of critical minerals like lithium and magnesium, vital for direct lithium extraction (DLE) feasibility studies.
  • Formation & Basin Filtering: Filter data by geological formation, basin, state, and other parameters to pinpoint relevant water chemistry profiles.
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to assess the potential for lithium recovery from produced waters in the Marcellus Shale. They can use this Skill to query the database for all Marcellus samples, analyze lithium and TDS concentrations, and identify wells with economically viable lithium levels.

Quick Start

Use the usgs-produced-waters skill to find the median lithium concentration in produced waters from the Marcellus formation.

Frequently Asked Questions about usgs-produced-waters

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I find lithium concentration data in USGS produced waters from a specific geological basin?▼

To find lithium concentration data in USGS produced waters, you can query the National Produced Waters Geochemical Database v3.0 by geological basin or formation to retrieve specific sample composition profiles.

What is the USGS produced water database used for in critical mineral recovery?▼

The USGS produced water database is used for critical mineral recovery to analyze oilfield brine chemistry, specifically identifying lithium and magnesium concentrations to assess direct lithium extraction feasibility.

Can I filter oilfield brine chemistry data by state and geological formation?▼

Yes, you can filter oilfield brine chemistry data by state, geological formation, and basin to pinpoint specific water chemistry profiles within the USGS database.

How do I analyze TDS and magnesium levels in Marcellus Shale produced waters?▼

You analyze TDS and magnesium levels in Marcellus Shale produced waters by querying the USGS database for Marcellus samples to evaluate subsurface brine characterization and economically viable mineral levels.

What are the limitations of using the USGS National Produced Waters Geochemical Database for brine analysis?▼

A limitation of using the USGS National Produced Waters Geochemical Database is that it contains approximately 115,000 samples specifically from U.S. oil and gas wells, which may not represent global brine compositions.

Does the USGS produced waters database support direct lithium extraction feasibility studies?▼

Yes, the USGS produced waters database supports direct lithium extraction feasibility studies by enabling the querying and analysis of lithium concentrations and TDS filtered by location and formation.

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