Stratigraphic forward modelling of distributive fluvial systems based on the Huesca System, Ebro Basin, Northern Spain

To better understand the stratigraphic development of sedimentary systems, it is necessary to link controls on processes resulting deposits, which in turn allows predictions architectures at a range scales. We use forward model governing parameters distribution deposits within distributive fluvial system (DFS). The numerical has been validated against outcrop observations establish how depositional needed form specific have reproduced. chose previously studied Oligocene Miocene Huesca DFS northern Spain investigate and calibrate model. Additionally, downstream profiles from modern India, hydrological measurements High Island Creek, Minnesota, USA, were used as input for addition data DFS. adequately reproduced real-world system. Once validated, analysis modelled led key findings, expand our understanding architecture. Reservoir characteristics radial are dependent angle away meridian (straight line source through apex distal zone DFS). greater is, coarser average grain size proximal but finer medial zones. Lateral variability net gross, sandbody thickness number, amalgamation ratio greatest transition between still significant part Stratigraphic modelling enhanced DFS, leads reducing risk associated with exploration, production storage fluids subsurface