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& 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.
For more links see our USGS bookmarks on Delicious
- 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
Topographic Map Symbols
A mapping reference guide to the current USGS Topographic Map symbols. - 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: - National
Geologic Map Database
Search this USGS database for geologic, geophysical, geochemical, geochronologic, and paleontologic maps and information. - 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. - Publications Warehouse Browse Content by Series
Browse citations or online content by series. See percentage of series that has been digitized. - 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. - USGS
Geographical Data Download
Free USGS DLG, DEM, LULC, and NLCD data in SDTS format for all states for download. - USGS Store
Search for or browse available USGS products.
