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Decollement (GFY_11)

DGIF baseline 2026-1, the latest. Earlier baselines: timemap.

RDF: gfy_11.ttl

Name

decollement

Attribute

GFY Geologic Fault Type

Definition

A gliding plane between two rock masses, also known as a basal detachment fault.

Description

It is a shallow dipping fault. Typically faults or folds in rocks above and below the decollement do not extend across it.

Accepted

2016-06-08

Defined by

NFDD

Allowed for

• DB110 Geologic Fault

Source: DGIF 2026-1 QEA model, DGIWG. Standard: DGIWG 206-3. Licence: CC BY 4.0, © DGIWG.