Volume 2, Issue 2 — Year 2025 — Article e100038

ISSN (Online): 3115-8129 Biannually

Seismic Hazard Mapping of Southern Kerman Using GIS: Integrating Active Geostructural Features

Article Type: Research
Pages: e100038
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22034/CGEL.2.2.e100038
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  1. Department of Geology, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman 7616913439, Iran
Corresponding author
Email: Marryamdehghan@gmail.com
ORCID: 0009-0009-7340-8430
Received: 19 August 2025 / Accepted: 10 September 2025 / Published: 19 October 2025
Abstract

The study area is located along the Baft–Arzuiyeh–Hajiabad road, approximately 20km east of Hajiabad, covering an area of about 33km × 33km. Structurally, this region lies within two major tectonic zones of Iran: the Sanandaj-Sirjan and the Zagros zones. These zones play a crucial role in shaping the geological and seismic characteristics of the area. Seismic data analysis indicates that earthquakes recorded in the study region have not exceeded a magnitude of mb:5. However, the presence of complex and highly deformed fault systems suggests significant tectonic activity. The faults in this area exhibit a combination of structural features, contributing to their intricate nature and high seismic potential. Using Geographic Information System (GIS) techniques, this study aims to develop a seismic hazard map for the southern Kerman region. By integrating geological, tectonic, and seismic data, the research provides a comprehensive assessment of the area's seismic risk. The findings highlight the importance of continuous monitoring and structural analysis in understanding the region's geodynamic behavior. The results can aid in seismic risk mitigation and urban planning, ensuring better preparedness for potential earthquakes in the region.

Keywords

Seismic hazard mapping, GIS-based analysis, Active geostructures, Seismicity, Southern Kerman

Data availability statement

The data supporting the findings of this study are available within article. No publicly archived dataset was generated.

Funding

This research received no external funding.

Highlights
  • GIS maps seismic hazard in southern Kerman
  • Active faults indicate significant seismic risk
  • Results support planning and risk mitigation
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Dehghananari, M. (2025). Seismic Hazard Mapping of Southern Kerman Using GIS: Integrating Active Geostructural Features. Civil and Geoengineering Letters, 2(2), e100038. https://doi.org/10.22034/CGEL.2.2.e100038
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