The Geological Survey publishes maps and reports on North Dakota's mineralogical, paleontological, and geochemical resources, including oil and gas, coal (lignite), uranium, clay, sand and gravel, volcanic ash, potash, and other salts. In addition to mapping subsurface resources, the Survey actively maps the surface geology throughout the state, emphasizing urban areas and identifying geohazards such as landslides.
Survey publications support the regulatory programs of the Industrial Commission and other state and federal agencies. The publications also assist mineral companies, geotechnical consulting firms, city and county governments, landowners, and the citizens of North Dakota.
Browse over 4,680 NDGS reports, maps, newsletter articles, etc. Refine your search by year, title topic, author, or series.
| Year | Title | Author(s) | Series | Download | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Production and Hydrocarbon Shows from the Black Island Formation, Winnipeg Group (Ordovician), Available in traditional paper map format ($10). |
Nesheim, T.O., and Nordeng, S.H. | GI-167 | ||
| 2013 | Nordeng, S.H. | GI-172 | |||
| 2013 | Bakken - Three Forks Percentile Ranked Production (60-90 Days), Available in traditional paper map format ($10). |
Nordeng, S.H. | GI-168 | ||
| 2013 | Nordeng, S.H. | GI-164 | |||
| 2013 | Nordeng, S.H. | GN-13-1 | |||
| 2013 | Person, J.J. | GN-13-7 | |||
| 2013 | Person, J.J. | GN-13-1 | |||
| 2013 | Ritter, A. | GN-13-7 | |||
| 2012 | Lineament Density & Generalized Well Production in the Minot area 250K Sheet, North Dakota, Available in paper map format ($25). |
Anderson, F.J. | GI-154 | ||
| 2012 | Analysis of Lineaments and Horizontal Wells in the Parshall Area, North Dakota, Available in paper map format ($10). |
Anderson, F.J. | GI-153 | ||
| 2012 | Generalized Geologic Cross-Section in Southeastern North Dakota, Geologic cross-section created from available well data in support of energy industry inquiries related to Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) possibilities. Available online only. |
Anderson, F.J. | GI-152 | ||
| 2012 | Lineament Mapping and Analysis in the Northeastern Williston Basin in North-Central North Dakota, Available in traditional paper map format ($15 per poster). |
Anderson, F.J. | GI-145 | ||
| 2012 | Anderson, F.J. | GN-12-7 | |||
| 2012 | Methane Occurrences Associated with Coal-Bearing Strata in Ground Water Wells in Western ND |
Anderson, F.J. | GN-12-1 | ||
| 2012 | Hoganson, J.W. | GN-12-7 | |||
| 2012 | Impact of the Dissolution of the Devonian Prairie Salt in North Central ND |
LeFever, J.A. | GN-12-7 | ||
| 2012 | Spearfish Formation - Another Unconventional Target, Available in paper map format ($25). |
LeFever, J.A., and LeFever, R.D. | GI-150 | ||
| 2012 | Preliminary Report on the Bakken Formation, North-Central ND, Available in poster format ($25). |
LeFever, J.A., and Nordeng, S.H. | GI-156 | ||
| 2012 | 2012 Core Workshop Booklet, Available in paper booklet ($20). |
LeFever, J.A., Nordeng, S.H., and Nesheim, T.O. | GI-155 | ||
| 2012 | Manz, L.A. | GN-12-7 |
AS - Atlas Series
B - Bulletin
BR - Biennial Report
C - Well Circulars
CL - County Landslides
ED - Education Series
FS - Field Studies
GI- Geologic Investigation
GN - Geo News Newsletter
GT - Geothermal Map
L24 - Landslide Map (24K)
LiD24 - LiDAR Map (24K)
LiD - LiDAR Map (100K)
LR - Lignite Reserves
LSI - Landfill Site Investigation
MM - Miscellaneous Map
MRM - Mineral Resource Map
MS - Miscellaneous Series
NDN - North Dakota Notes
OF - Open-File Report
RI - Report of Investigation
SG - Surface Geology Map
SP - Special Publication
VA - Volcanic Ash
*Out-of-print publications are no longer available for purchase but may be available for free download (PDF, etc.). NDGS publications are also available in many university, public, and state libraries, and at other state geological surveys.
How To Order NDGS Publications
Publications may be purchased by phone, in person at the NDGS office or email. Shipping charges WILL apply. All orders must be prepaid. (Please have your Visa or MasterCard number handy, if ordering by credit card.) Include publication title, number, quantity desired, and cost, along with a return address and phone number. In addition to credit cards, cash or checks (payable to the North Dakota Geological Survey) are also accepted.
Mailing Address:
Publications Clerk
North Dakota Geological Survey
600 East Boulevard Avenue - Dept 474
Bismarck, ND 58505-0614
Email the Publications Clerk
Telephone: (701) 328-8000