Links
& Web Resources | U.S. Geological Survey Maps and Data
U.S. Geological
Survey's Web pages are an enormous resource, and
we recommend spending some time browsing among them.
Below is a selection of pages that we use most frequently
in the Map Library.
The
National Map
An online interactive map created by the USGS
that includes data produced
by a consortium of federal,
state, and local partners.
Also provides downloadable digital data.
National
Atlas of the United States
The National Atlas provides
maps of the enormous
wealth of data collected
by the Federal Government.
In addition to having high-quality,
small-scale maps, the atlas
includes digital data for
download.
Ground
Water Atlas of the United
States
Describes the ground-water
resources of thirteen regional
areas that collectively
cover the 50 States, Puerto
Rico, and the U.S. Virgin
Islands. Some areas are fully
illustrated; others are
still under construction.
The Map Library has the
full set of these Hydrologic
Atlases (HA-730).
USGS National Seismic Hazard Maps
Part of the Earthquake Hazards program. The USGS provides seismic hazard assessments for the U.S. and areas around the world.
Publications & Data
Publications Warehouse
Search citations for over 70,000 USGS publications. Citations are linked to online content, where available. Browse lists of recent publications. Check availability, price, and purchase options for publications.
National
Geologic Map Database
Search this USGS database
for geologic, geophysical,
geochemical, geochronologic,
and paleontologic maps and
information.
USGS
Central Region Publications
The Central Regional office
website contains lists of
recent additions, digital
geologic maps, information,
and other data (mainly PDF
formats).
USGS
Digital Maps & Data
General information about
the USGS's digital data,
and specific information
about datasets such as DRG,
DEM, DLG, DOQ, the National
Atlas of the United States,
NHD, NED, Landcover data,
and more.