Advances in Earth Science ›› 2024, Vol. 39 ›› Issue (8): 862-876. doi: 10.11867/j.issn.1001-8166.2024.059

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Models of Stratigraphic Trap Formation Drived by Sandstone Genesis: A Case Study of the Miocene Forced Regressive Sandstone in Huizhou Sag, Pearl River Mouth Basin

Lin DING 1( ), Shuqin HUANG 2, Haiteng ZHUO 2, Zhigao LI 1, Xiao LI 1, Yishi LIU 2, Jiaying YANG 1   

  1. 1.Shenzhen Branch of CNOOC (China) Co. , Ltd. , Shenzhen Guangdong 518054, China
    2.School of Marine Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Zhuhai Guangdong 519082, China
  • Received:2024-04-03 Revised:2024-06-27 Online:2024-08-10 Published:2024-09-10
  • About author:DING Lin, Senior engineer, research areas include sequence stratigraphy and oil & gas exploration. E-mail: dinglin@cnooc.com.cn
  • Supported by:
    the China National Offshore Oil Corporation “14th Five-Year Plan” Major Science and Technology Project(KJGG2022-0303)

Lin DING, Shuqin HUANG, Haiteng ZHUO, Zhigao LI, Xiao LI, Yishi LIU, Jiaying YANG. Models of Stratigraphic Trap Formation Drived by Sandstone Genesis: A Case Study of the Miocene Forced Regressive Sandstone in Huizhou Sag, Pearl River Mouth Basin[J]. Advances in Earth Science, 2024, 39(8): 862-876.

In this study, we focused on the Huizhou region within the Pearl River Mouth Basin. Through meticulous analysis of well seismic data and adherence to sequence stratigraphy standardization principles, a refined stratigraphic sequence framework was established within the T35-T50 interval. This framework facilitated the recognition of 11 distinct phases that forced the regressive deposits, thereby enabling the identification of key characteristics specific to the Huizhou area. These characteristics include the presence of a muddy separation zone between the HST and the falling-stage systems tract, irregular thickness variations in forced regressive sandstone, occurrence of high-angle forests within forced regressive deposits, and presence of sharp-based sandstone. Furthermore, the sedimentary facies analysis of forced regressive deposits revealed that they belong to beach ridge sedimentary facies, indicative of wave-controlled delta environments. Owing to the favorable reservoir properties of forced regressive deposits, mud-rich zones generally exist between the HST, low stand systems tract, and transgressive system tract, which are beneficial for the development of stratigraphic traps. Moreover, this study observed distinctive characteristics in the forced regressive deposits, including a horsetail pattern of sedimentation diverging from northeast to southwest, suggesting the presence of a paleo-longshore current flowing in the same direction. This current is in accordance with the Guangdong coastal current, underscoring the regional hydrodynamic influences shaping the sedimentation patterns. Noteworthy findings from the sedimentary structure analyses of the FSST2 and FSST3 cores highlight varying tidal hydrodynamic influences across the study area. The northeastern region, in proximity to the paleo-Dongsha uplift, exhibited stronger tidal effects than the southwestern region, which remained predominantly influenced by wave action. This study identified two primary types of stratigraphic traps within forced regressive sandstone: abrupt and gradual peak-out traps formed in wedge-shaped sand bodies. Because of the presence of a mud-rich zone, these traps, which are characterized by favorable reservoir properties and peak-out features, present promising prospects as exploration targets for stratigraphic trap reservoirs.

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