Salt Lake City (May 6, 2026) – The Utah Geological Survey (UGS) is excited to announce the publication of the May 2026 issue of Survey Notes (Volume 58, Number 2). This latest edition highlights the remarkable diversity of geological research happening across the state, blending critical scientific updates with engaging popular geology that connects Utah’s natural landscapes to cinema, history, and everyday life.
Salt Lake City (May 5, 2026) – The Utah Geological Survey (UGS) has announced the publication of two comprehensive geologic-hazard investigations targeting high-growth and high-visitation areas in southwestern Utah.
Salt Lake City (April 21, 2026) – On the morning of April 19, 2026, residents in southern Millard County experienced a series of small earthquakes. While earthquakes often spark concern about a larger disaster, seismologists identify these specific events as an earthquake swarm—a common but fascinating geological phenomenon tied to Utah’s tectonic history.
Salt Lake City (February 17, 2026) – At 6:32 p.m. MST on Friday, February 13, 2026, a magnitude 3.5 earthquake occurred approximately 2 miles northwest of West Valley City, Utah. The earthquake originated at a shallow depth of about 5 miles.
The Utah Geological Survey today announced it has been selected to join the 2026 BHP Xplor accelerator program. BHP is one of the largest global mining companies and its Xplor program is an innovative partnership model to support new geologic concepts within the early-stage exploration ecosystem.
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.
