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 4,500 NDGS reports, maps, newsletter articles, etc. Refine your search by year, title topic, author, or series.
| Year | Title | Author(s) | Series | Download | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Guide to the Geology of South-Central North Dakota, (Rev. 1988), 45 p. 1 pl. (1:500,000). Superseded by ED-20. Includes roadlogs and full-color geologic map of Burleigh, Dickey, Emmons, Kidder, LaMoure, Logan, McIntosh, and Stutsman Counties. |
Bluemle, J.P. | ED-6 | ||
| 1973 | Geology and Ground Water Resources of Nelson and Walsh Counties, North Dakota, (Bulletin 57 - Part I - Geology, NDSWC County Ground Water Studies No. 17 - Part I) |
Bluemle, J.P. | B-57 | ||
| 1973 | Geology along the South Loop Road, Theodore Roosevelt National Memorial Park, 16 p. *Out of print. |
Bluemle, J.P., and Jacob, A.F. | ED-4 | ||
| 1973 | Generalized Bedrock Geologic Map of North Dakota, Superseded by MM-22. Full-color 8" x 10" sheet. ($1). |
Carlson, C.G. | MM-16 | ||
| 1973 | Geology and Ground Water Resources of Mercer and Oliver Counties, North Dakota, (Bulletin 56 - Part I - Geology, NDSWC County Ground Water Studies No. 15 - Part I) |
Carlson, C.G. | B-56 | ||
| 1973 | Mineral and Water Resources of North Dakota, 252 p. $1. |
Edited by Landis, E.R. | B-63 | ||
| 1973 | Some Environmental Aspects of Strip Mining in North Dakota, 121 p. A collection of 8 papers presented at the 65th Annual Meeting of the North Dakota Academy of Science. *Out of print. |
Edited by Wali, M.K. | ED-5 | ||
| 1973 | North Dakota Crude Oil Inventory as of January 1, 1973, 12 p. |
Folsom, C.B., Jr. | MS-51 | ||
| 1973 | Geology of Burke County, North Dakota, (Burke County Groundwater Study - Part I, NDSWC County Groundwater Studies No. 14 - Part I) |
Freers, T.F. | B-55 | ||
| 1973 | Relief Map of North Dakota, A graphic artist's concept of the landscape. Size 9" x 10". ($1). |
Knudson, K. | MM-14 | ||
| 1973 | Surface Geology of North Dakota, Superseded by MM-18. Full-color 8" x 10" sheet. |
Moran, S.R. | MM-15 | ||
| 1973 | Catalog of North Dakota Radiocarbon Dates, 51 p. ($2). |
Moran, S.R., Clayton, L., Scott, M.W., and Brophy, J.A. | MS-53 | ||
| 1973 | Late Cenozoic Stratigraphy of the Lake Sakakawea Bluffs North and West of Riverdale, North Dakota, 1 pl. with text. |
Ulmer, J.H., and Sackreiter, D.K. | RI-51 | ||
| 1972 | Geology for Planning at Langdon, North Dakota, 16 p. $1.00. |
Arndt, B.M. | RI-50 | ||
| 1972 | Environmental Geology and North Dakota, 13 p. A non-technical discussion of geology in land use planning. |
Arndt, B.M. | MS-48 | ||
| 1972 | Guide to the Geology of Southeastern North Dakota, (Rev. 1975, 1988), 37 p., 1 pl. (1:500,000). Superseded by ED-18. Includes roadlogs and full-color geologic map of Barnes, Cass, Griggs, Ransom, Richland, Sargent, Steele, and Traill Counties. |
Bluemle, J.P. | ED-3 | ||
| 1972 | Geology along North Dakota Interstate Highway 94, Superseded by ED-16. Includes simplified geologic map and roadlog. *Out of print. |
Bluemle, J.P. | ED-1 | ||
| 1972 | Guide to the Geology of Northeastern North Dakota, (Rev. 1975, 1988), 33 p., 1 pl. (1:500,000). Superseded by ED 17. Includes roadlogs and full-color geologic map of Cavalier, Grand Forks, Nelson, Pembina, and Walsh Counties. *Out of print. |
Bluemle, M.E. | ED-2 | ||
| 1972 | Geologic Map of Mountrail County, North Dakota, (Bulletin 55, Part IV, Plate I. Updated/Digitized in 2022.) |
Clayton, L., Moxness, L.D., Thapa, N., and Maike, C.A. | B-55 | ||
| 1972 | Geology and Ground Water Resources of Rolette County, North Dakota, (Bulletin 58 - Part I - Geology, NDSWC County Ground Water Studies No. 74 - Part I) |
Deal, D.E. | B-58 |
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
*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.
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North Dakota Geological Survey
600 East Boulevard Avenue - Dept 474
Bismarck, ND 58505-0614
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Telephone: (701) 328-8000