visualization

Interactive map of the geology of Michigan

The Michigan Geological Survey's GIS website hosts interactive maps of the surface and bedrock geology of Michigan.

The geological maps can be overlain on street, topographic or aerial photographic maps. The GIS data used to create these maps can be purchased on the website for further use and analysis.

Click here to access the MGS interactive geologic map of Michigan.

Source: Michigan Geological Survey

Interactive map of coal mines in Iowa

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources's (DNR) interactive map of coal mines in Iowa shows the locations of coal mines and mine entrances throughout Iowa, and also has the option to search the map by street address. Users may click on the map to access information about mine use dates, type, mining method, entrance type, and links to original mine maps.

Click here to use the Iowa DNR's interactive map of coal mines in Iowa

Source: Iowa Department of Natural Resources

Interactive map of the geology of Georgia

The United States Geological Survey's (USGS) online interactive map tool provides access to a visual GIS database of geological data from Georgia, including access to publications and the ability to download GIS data.

The interactive map allows users to view surface geology and click anywhere on the map to access scientific data and source publications.

Click here to access the USGS interactive geologic map of Georgia

Source: U.S. Geological Survey

Interactive map of the United States' geology and natural resources

The U.S. Geological Survey's (USGS) Mineral Resources Program's interactive Geologic Map of U.S. States provides a large amount of information on geology, natural resources, and environmental data for every U.S. state, including:

  • Surface and bedrock geology
  • Mineral resources
  • Geochemical and geophysical data
  • Water monitoring sites
  • Partial soil and land use data

All of the maps are also available as Google Earth files that can be downloaded and used on personal computers and mobile devices.

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