Mapping out geology across the U.S. is surprisingly difficult, but the USGS has managed just that, and its map is more ...

In late August, the U.S. Geological Survey quietly released a new tool that could reshape how Americans understand the ground ...

From weather patterns to chemical reactions, what contributes to how the sediment beneath your feet forms is complex and extensive. And if you’ve ever stopped to pick up a cool rock or check out the ...

You can now get detailed topographic maps that put trails, rivers, and campgrounds front and center without paying a dime. The new 25K Recreational Topo series is built for people who plan trips on ...

A dramatically expanded geological map of the Bristol Channel has been unveiled, promising to guide the future of offshore wind, tidal energy and coastal development in one of the UK's most dynamic ...

Three earthquakes struck off the coast of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula early Monday, continuing a period of heightened seismic activity in one of the world’s most geologically active regions.

The new Cooperative National Geologic Map from USGS offers map layers including age, geomaterial, and original map source. Credit: USGS, Public Domain A new, precisely detailed map of the continental ...

Florida's cultural and geographical vibes vary greatly by region, leading to territorial debates among residents. There are no official dividing lines, but State Road 40 is often considered the ...

(KRON) — A preliminary 3.0 earthquake shook the East Bay area on Monday evening, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake happened at 6:21 p.m. in Berkeley, about one ...

The Wyoming State Geological Survey (WSGS) recently finished a huge initiative to publish an updated Uranium Map of the state that was last updated in 2010. They've consolidated an enormous amount of ...