The Geological Survey publishes maps and reports on the mineralogical, paleontological, and geochemical resources of North Dakota, including oil and gas, coal, uranium, clay, sand and gravel, volcanic ash, potash and other salts, etc. In addition to the mapping of subsurface resources, the Survey is actively mapping the surface geology throughout the state with an emphasis on urban areas and the identification of geohazards such as landslides.
Survey publications support the regulatory programs of the Industrial Commission, as well as other state and federal agencies, and assist mineral companies, geotechnical consulting firms, city and county governments, landowners, and citizens of the state.
Browse over 4,000 NDGS reports, maps, newsletter articles, etc. Refine your search by year, title topic, author, or series.
| Year | Title | Author(s) | Series | Download | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | The Upper Birdbear (Nisku) of Western North Dakota: Another Emerging Williston Basin Horizontal Play, PowerPoint presentation. Available online only. |
Sperr, T., and Burke, R.B. | GI-20 | ||
| 2005 | Oil and Gas Potential of the Icebox Formation (Ordovician) |
Ulishney, A.J., LeFever, R.D., and LeFever, J.A. | RI-102 | ||
| 2004 | Anderson, F.J. | GN-04-7 | |||
| 2004 | Bluemle, J.P. | GN-04-7 | |||
| 2004 | Bluemle, J.P., and Manz, L.A. | GN-04-7 | |||
| 2004 | Burke, R.B., and Nelms, R. | GN-04-7 | |||
| 2004 | Surface Geology, Eagle Draw Quadrangle, North Dakota, 1:24,000 |
Gonzalez, M.A. | SG-28 | ||
| 2004 | Surface Geology, Hanks Gully Quadrangle, North Dakota, 1:24,000 |
Gonzalez, M.A. | SG-29 | ||
| 2004 | Surface Geology, Squaretop Butte Quadrangle, North Dakota, 1:24,000 |
Gonzalez, M.A. | SG-30 | ||
| 2004 | Surface Geology, Roosevelt Creek W Quadrangle, North Dakota, 1:24,000 |
Gonzalez, M.A. | SG-35 | ||
| 2004 | Surface Geology, Roosevelt Creek E Quadrangle, North Dakota, 1:24,000 |
Gonzalez, M.A. | SG-36 | ||
| 2004 | Surface Geology, Gorham NW Quadrangle, North Dakota, 1:24,000 |
Gonzalez, M.A. | SG-37 | ||
| 2004 | Prehistoric Life of North Dakota, This full-color 8.5" x 11" sheet provides an introduction to the fascinating history of the procession of life in North Dakota back to about 90 million years ago. Images of prehistoric animals are superimposed on the North Dakota geologic map in areas where fossils of the animals have been found. The history of life in North Dakota based on the fossil record is briefly summarized on the reverse side of the map. The rock formations from which the fossils of the animals figured on the map and age of the animals are also presented on the reverse side of the map. ($0.25/copy). |
Hoganson, J.W., and Woodward, B. | MM-37 | ||
| 2004 | Bakken Middle Member Core Workshop |
LeFever, J.A. | GI-4 | ||
| 2004 | Log-to-Core Cross-Sections, Middle Member Bakken Formation, North Dakota, This 69.5“ x 35" poster contains log and core photo correlations of the Middle Member Bakken Formation through western North Dakota. ($15). |
LeFever, J.A., and LeFever, R.D. | GI-2 | ||
| 2004 | Geology of the Jamestown Area, Colored 35" x 23" poster. The geology is draped over a shaded relief background to demonstrate the relationship between topography and geology. There are also photos of major geologic units, along with lithologic descriptions to make it easier for people to identify these rock units in the field. ($5). |
Manz, L.A. | GI-5 | ||
| 2004 | Surface Geology, Devils Lake Quadrangle, North Dakota, 1:24,000 |
Manz, L.A. | SG-145 | ||
| 2004 | Surface Geology, Killdeer Mountains Quadrangle, North Dakota, 1:24,000 |
Murphy, E.C. | SG-8 | ||
| 2004 | Surface Geology, Killdeer Quadrangle, North Dakota, 1:24,000 |
Murphy, E.C. | SG-9 | ||
| 2004 | Murphy, E.C. | SG-18 |
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)
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
*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
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Mailing Address:
Publications Clerk
North Dakota Geological Survey
600 East Boulevard Avenue - Dept 474
Bismarck, ND 58505-0614
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Telephone: (701) 328-8000