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New Madrid Seismic Zone


 

The New Madrid Seismic Zone, also known as the Reelfoot Rift or the New Madrid Fault Line, is a major seismic zone located in the mideastern United States. Largely inactive during the 20th century, the New Madrid fault system was responsible for the 1812 New Madrid Earthquake and has the potential to produce damaging earthquakes in coming decades.

Related Topics:
United States - 20th century - New Madrid Earthquake

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