SITE SUMMARIES (continued)

Site Location Map

Seismic Line

Priority: 1
Position: 32°20.54'N, 134°57.39'E
Water Depth: 4751 m
Sediment Thickness: 1150 m
Target Drilling Depth: 1150 mbsf
Approved Maximum Penetration: 1160 mbsf
Seismic Coverage: Fred Moore Line NT62-8, SP 1641 (CDP 833); 1999 3-D seismic survey, Line 141, SP 165

Objectives: The objectives of Site 1174 are to

1. Determine the spatial distribution and temporal progression of the deformation

2. Determine the structural and hydrologic evolution of the minor thrust fault and décollement zone

3. Determine the fluid flow paths and chemical gradients

Drilling Program: LWD

Logging and Downhole Tools: ADN and CDN

Nature of Section: Interbedded hemipelagic mud/silty-sandy turbidites, tuff