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Colorado Geological Survey

The Colorado Geological Survey (CGS) is a state government agency situated within the Colorado School of Mines. We provide a wide range of science-driven services—this website being one—bringing the best of Colorado geoscience to the public.

Following up on our popular 2024 calendar of the geological wonders of Colorado, we are again offering a beautifully illustrated calendar for 2025 with plenty new and different images. Guaranteed to make you homesick for our colorful state! Purchase it on Amazon for only $15.00!

Our Mission

To help reduce the impact of geologic hazards on the citizens of Colorado; to promote responsible economic development of mineral and energy resources; to provide geologic insight into water resources; and to proffer sound geologic advice and information to a variety of constituencies.

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Aggregate quarry near Durango, Colorado. Photo credit: Mike O'Keeffe for the CGS.

ON-007-01 Colorado Aggregate Resources Map

This interactive map includes the digital versions of our sand, gravel, and quarry aggregate publications for Colorado’s populous counties. The map consists of locations and resource ratings of these deposits to assist with land use planning and resource development.

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Stock groundwater well, Lost Creek Basin, Weld and Adams County, Colorado, August 2009. Photo credit: Colorado Geological Survey

ON-010 Colorado Groundwater Atlas

Groundwater—as a critical natural resource for Colorado—is the focus of this informative and data-rich online publication from the CGS. Building on our previous award-winning Ground Water Atlas of Colorado, it features a wide range of easily accessible data from a variety of sources.

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Quick Links

Aerial mapping tools, Paonia Quadrangle, Colorado, August, 2013. Photo credit: Dave Noe for the CGS.

Map Portal

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SP-52 Messages in Stone cover

Publications

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MI-97 LiDAR-Based Map of the Cheraw Fault Scarp. Graphic credit: Colorado Geological Survey

GIS Data

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Colorado Geology

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Constellation Drive landslide, Colorado Springs, Colorado, August 2015. Photo credit: T.C.Wait for the CGS

Land Use Review

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ON-001 Colorado Earthquake and Fault Map

Earthquakes

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Who we are and what we do …

About the CGS
Statewide map with POGI points.

Points of Geologic Interest

Given the spectacular geology that graces our state, we are happy to report that our new POGI map is now live! Check it out and let us know if you have any questions or additions!

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OF-22-09 Geochronology and Geomorphic Mapping to Estimate Debris-flow Depositional Ages and Recurrence Intervals Along State Highways 145 and 62, San Miguel County, Colorado

Newest Addition

OF-22-09 Geochronology and Geomorphic Mapping to Estimate Debris-flow Depositional Ages and Recurrence Intervals Along State Highways 145 and 62, San Miguel County, Colorado

Working with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) to help understand potential geohazards threatening roads in San Miguel County, Colorado.


Our most popular publications :: (Please note that all physical publications for sale have been migrated to our Amazon storefront. All free digital downloads will continue to be available here.)

Contact Us:

Colorado Geological Survey
Street and Mailing Address:
1801 Moly Road
Golden, Colorado  80401

telephone :: [+1] 303-384-2655

email :: cgs_pubs@mines.edu

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