Hazard Information and Maps
Geologic hazard information and maps can help Utahns make informed decisions about property, life safety, and financial risk. The UGS routinely investigates geologic hazards in Utah and publishes a variety of reports, maps, and digital data to help reduce the risk from geologic hazards.
HAZARD MAPS & PUBLICATIONS
Maps, reports, and other publications from geologic hazard investigations indicating the location and relative severity of specific geologic hazards for local governments, elected officials, prospective purchasers, landowners, and others to make informed decisions.
PALEOSEISMOLOGY OF UTAH SERIES
This publication series provides critical information regarding paleoearthquake parameters such as earthquake timing, recurrence, displacement, slip rate, and fault geometry. This information can be used to characterize potential seismic sources and evaluate the long-term seismic hazard presented by Utah’s Quaternary faults.
COSTS OF GEOLOGIC HAZARDS
Geologic hazards that are not accounted for in land-use and project planning, design, and construction often result in additional unforeseen construction and/or future maintenance costs, and possible injury or death.
WORKSHOPS AND SHORT COURSES
General and technical geologic hazard educational opportunities sponsored by the UGS.
CURRENT PROGRAM PROJECTS
Engineering and geologic hazard geologists work on a variety of investigation, mapping, and applied research projects, along with various public outreach activities. The goal is to raise awareness, educate, and inform others to help reduce Utah’s risk from geologic hazards.
Hazards Publications and Maps
Open File Report #667
Earthquake Database for Utah Geological Survey Map 277: Utah Earthquakes (1850-2016) and Quaternary Faults
Open File Report #655
Radon Hazard Potential of Davis County, Utah
Special Study #159
Paleoseismology of Utah, v. 28 – Holocene surface-faulting earthquakes at the Spring lake and North Creek sites on the Nephi segment of the Wasatch fault zone: evidence for complex rupture of the Nephi segment
Special Study #163
Geologic Hazards of the Tickville Spring quadrangle, Salt Lake and Utah Counties, Utah
Special Study #162
Geologic hazards of the Moab quadrangle, Grand County, Utah
Map #277
Utah Earthquakes (1850-2016) and Quaternary Faults
Hazards Articles
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External Links
Comprehensive geologic hazard investigation, report, and review guidelines for planning, zoning, and new infrastructure projects developed by the Utah Geological Survey that have been reviewed by professional experts. Be Ready Utah is the official State of Utah emergency preparedness campaign. Personal, family, and community preparedness is the key to survival in and recovering from emergencies and disasters. Increasing preparedness statewide is our goal. The Utah State Hazard Mitigation Plan is a collaborative effort between federal, state, and local agencies and the State Hazard Mitigation Team to evaluate the risks from significant hazards present in Utah and provide possible mitigation strategies.Resources for Consultants and Design Professionals
Hazard Preparedness - The Be Ready Utah Program
Utah State Hazard Mitigation Plan