USGS unvelis national geologic map

The new USGS map, called The Cooperative National Geologic Map, was created using more than 100 preexisting geologic maps from various sources and is the first nationwide map to provide users with access to multiple layers of geologic data for one location. This feature allows users to access the multiple data sources included in the map to look at or beneath the surface to understand the ancient history of the nation recorded in rocks.

These layers can offer new insights into the geology of the nation, enabling more efficient analysis of natural hazards and geologic resources, such as potential focus areas for critical minerals vital to national security and economic development. Currently, the map covers the lower 48 States, but plans are underway to add content for Alaska, Hawaii, and the U.S. territories.

The new interactive web tool was designed to be as user friendly as possible, making it accessible to both geologists and the public. Users can search for specific properties of geologic units or click on the map for additional geologic information and links to more detailed maps of local areas.

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