Some observations on permafrost distribution at a lake in the Mackenzie Delta, N.W.T., Canada

• Main Authors: Johnston, G. H., Brown, R. J. E.
• Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
• Language: English
• Published: 1964
• Subjects: permafrost; pergélisol; soils; sol; freeze thaw cycles; gel dégel; melting point; point de fusion; lakes; lac; drilling; forage; Canada; Inuvik; Mackenzie Delta; Arctic
• Online Access: https://nrc-publications.canada.ca/eng/view/ft/?id=7afc6b11-232a-4407-aeb3-7274eafaf25f; https://nrc-publications.canada.ca/eng/view/object/?id=7afc6b11-232a-4407-aeb3-7274eafaf25f; https://nrc-publications.canada.ca/fra/voir/objet/?id=7afc6b11-232a-4407-aeb3-7274eafaf25f

The thawing effect of bodies of water in contact with permafrost is a major concern in northern construction. Improper drainage or disrupted natural drainage which allows water to pond adjacent to buildings, roads or any structure results in increased thawing of the permafrost. The determination of...