LAPASS (Ancient Sedimentary Systems of La Popa) is the result of continuous fieldwork since 2017. We have been mapping the La Popa Basin in Nuevo León and Coahuila, Mexico, diligently improving and correcting previous work done by earlier geologists.
LAPASS offers professionals a unique opportunity to delve into salt tectonics and its impact on sedimentary successions. At its core is the study of the El Gordo Diapir and the associated sedimentary sequences from various ancient depositional systems: deep-water slopes, deltas, channelized estuaries, and other shallow marine environments.
Despite technological advancements, there remains a significant knowledge gap regarding salt tectonics and its implications for the oil and gas industry. LAPASS seeks to address this gap by providing insights into the complexities of salt tectonics. By understanding the interactions between plate tectonics, salt tectonics, and sedimentary systems, LAPASS aims to facilitate more informed decision-making processes in the industry. Professionals participating in LAPASS will gain valuable insights that could lead to the discovery of new oil resources in the region.
The El Gordo Diapir: One of the best-exposed salt diapirs on the planet, with nearby sedimentary and igneous units against the salt wall.
