White Cliffs, Kane County, Utah
Photographer: Tyler Knudsen; © 2011
Small, dome-shaped load structures on a block of Jurassic-age Carmel Formation, White Cliffs, western Kane County.
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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.
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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.
LISTEN TO INTERVIEW with Tyler Knudsen
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.
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.
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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.
Significant Hazards on State Route 9 Near Zion National Park
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There are significant geologic hazards present along State Route 9, between La Verkin and Springdale in Washington County, according to the Utah Geological Survey (UGS). Geologists recently released a comprehensive report addressing the numerous geologic hazards that threaten the growing communities of La Verkin, Virgin, Rockville, and Springdale. All of the communities are on State Route 9 which is the main transportation corridor for more than 2.5 million annual visitors to Zion National Park. “Recent damaging and fatal rock falls in Rockville, landslides in Springdale, and floods along the Virgin River demonstrate that many of the geologic processes that have shaped this area’s outstanding scenery also make this area prone to geologic hazards,’ says Tyler Knudsen, UGS geologist.
Can you “Spot the Rock”? It’s time for a new mystery geologic location—tell us where these bumpy rocks are found!
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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 don’t (you should), the answer is Fantasy Canyon.
Fantasy Canyon is approximately an hour’s drive southeast of Vernal. Even though it’s only 28-miles (as the crow flies) in distance, the labyrinth of oil company service roads quickly lengthen the drive.
You’ll find that Fantasy Canyon is crowded with intricate and peculiar stone figures that are a unique expression of rock weathering and erosion. Covering only a few acres, this miniature canyon can be viewed up-close on a short 0.6-mile loop trail. The dull, light khaki gray color of Fantasy Canyon sandstone transforms to a glowing pale orange at sunset. More information about Fantasy Canyon can be found at http://1.usa.gov/1l4cbs7.
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.
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.
Hey friends! Weber State University has a great video series on their alumni success stories. Check out this great video (amongst others) on jobs in Geology, and what you can do with your degree.
Little Cottonwood Canyon, Wasatch Range, Salt Lake County, Utah
Photographer: Mike Hylland; ©2011
A sawtoothed ridge (arête) of glacially carved granitic rock separates the Maybird and Red Pine drainages. South side of Little Cottonwood Canyon, Wasatch Range, Salt Lake County.
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