Minor earthquake recorded in Summit County
sltrib.com A minor earthquake rattled a remote area of north-central Utah’s Wasatch Mountains late Friday morning, but caused no damage to nearby communities. READ MORE
Entries by Utah Geological Survey
New maps point out geological hazards near Zion National Park
Tyler Knudsen, one of our geologists here at Utah Geological Survey, talks about our new publication discussing the geologic hazards of the State Route 9 Corridor. ksl.com The state has released a new set of maps designed to tip off developers and homeowners to potential geological hazards in communities near Zion National Park. READ MORE […]
POTD March 17, 2014: Caineville, Wayne County, Utah
Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! This photo may not be green, but I-rish I was there! Caineville, Wayne County, Utah Photographer: Robert Ressetar; ©2011 Deltaic sandstone of the Emery Member caps the Blue Gate Member of the Mancos Shale, deposited in a sea during the Cretaceous Period, Caineville, Wayne County.
"Significant Geologic Hazards" In Washington County
Some of our geologists are studying the hazards in this area. Take a look at this article at what they have to say about the rock-fall hazards and other geologic hazards present in Washington County. kutv.com Communities from La Verkin to Springdale have “significant geologic hazards” along State Route 9, according to a report released […]
POTD March 14, 2014: Hovenweep National Monument, San Juan County, Utah
Have a fun and safe weekend, everyone! Hovenweep National Monument, San Juan County, Utah Photographer: Ken Krahulec; ©2011 Ancient Anasazi dwellings built with blocks of Cretaceous-age Dakota Sandstone at Hovenweep National Monument, southeastern San Juan County.
New report: geologic hazards in Zion National Park area
sltrib.com If the thought of a 2,700-ton boulder rolling through your house concerns you, the Utah Geological Survey has a new report you might want to read, particularly if you are considering moving to a community along State Road 9 in Washington County. READ MORE Significant Hazards on State Route 9 Near Zion National Park […]
"Spot the Rock" March 13, 2014
Can you “Spot the Rock”? It’s time for a new mystery geologic location—tell us where these bumpy rocks are found! Like us on FACEBOOK or follow us on TWITTER to participate! UPDATE: Location Revealed For those of you who follow our GeoSights (http://1.usa.gov/1dqnUJo), last week’s “Spot the Rock” was probably very easy. For those who […]
POTD March 12, 2014: Capitol Reef National Park, Garfield County, Utah
A spectacular look at Capitol Reef National Park. Capitol Reef National Park, Garfield County, Utah Photographer: Rich Emerson; ©2011 Burr Trail switchback in the Waterpocket Fold, Capitol Reef National Park, Garfield County.
Strangest Magma on Earth: Carbonatites of Ol Doinyo Lengai
Check out this interesting read and video short on the strange lava of Ol Doinyo Lengai, a volcano in Tanzania! wired.com If you had to pick the most unique volcano on Earth, you’d be hard pressed to find a better candidate than Tanzania’s Ol Doinyo Lengai. Not only does it look like a volcano designed […]
POTD March 11, 2014: Green River, Uintah County, Utah
Green River, Uintah County, Utah Photographer: Stefan Kirby; ©2011 Morning light on layered rocks of the Tertiary-age Green River Formation north of Desolation Canyon along the Green River.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE UTAH GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
The Utah Geological Survey (UGS) is a division of the Utah Department of Natural Resources. Several specialized programs comprise the UGS: Data Management, Energy & Minerals, Geologic Hazards, Geologic Information & Outreach, Geologic Mapping, Groundwater & Wetlands, and Paleontology.
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