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 2,600 NDGS reports, maps, newsletter articles, etc. Refine your search by year, title topic, author, or series.
| Year Sort ascending | Title | Author(s) | Series | Download | Data | Edit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Geology of the Fargo North Quadrangle, North Dakota, The geology depicted on this map represents the surficial and near-surface geology of the Fargo North Quadrangle. ($10). |
Anderson, F.J. | GI-12 | |||
| 2005 | Geology of the Grand Forks Quadrangle, North Dakota, The geology depicted on this map represents the surficial and near-surface geology of the Grand Forks Quadrangle. ($10). |
Anderson, F.J. | GI-13 | |||
| 2005 | Williston Basin Correlation - Bakken Formation, This poster relates terminology used for the producing portion of the Bakken Formation in Canada with the United States portion of the Williston Basin. ($15). |
LeFever, J.A. | GI-14 | |||
| 2005 | Hydrocarbon Potential of the Bakken Formation, North Dakota, PowerPoint presentation. Available online only. |
LeFever, J.A. | GI-15 | |||
| 2005 | Middle Bakken Play - Technical Problems and Questions - Possible Solutions, PowerPoint presentation. Available online only. |
Helms, L.D., and LeFever, J.A. | GI-16 | |||
| 2005 | Overview of Bakken Stratigraphy in North Dakota and "Mini" Core Workshop, Available online only. |
LeFever, J.A. | GI-17 | |||
| 2005 | Horizontal Drilling Potential of the Middle Member Bakken Formation, North Dakota, PowerPoint presentation. Available online only. |
LeFever, J.A. | GI-18 | |||
| 2005 | Overview of Bakken Stratigraphy and "Mini-Core" Workshop, PowerPoint presentation. Available online only. |
LeFever, J.A. | GI-19 | |||
| 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 | Cement Rock Mineral Resources of the Shawnee-McCanna Area, North Dakota, Surficial Geologic Map, 1:24,000. ($5). |
Anderson, F.J. | GI-22A | |||
| 2005 | Cement Rock Mineral Resources of the Shawnee-McCanna Area, North Dakota, Bedrock Geologic Map, 1:24,000. ($5). |
Anderson, F.J. | GI-22B | |||
| 2005 | Cement Rock Mineral Resources of the Shawnee-McCanna Area, North Dakota, Mineral Extraction and Planning Map, 1:24,000. ($5). |
Anderson, F.J. | GI-22C | |||
| 2005 | Cement Rock Mineral Resources of the Shawnee-McCanna Area, North Dakota, Available Core Summary. Poster-sized sheet with lithologic, paleontologic and geochemical data displayed from Niobrara Formation. This publication is available as an individual item or as a collection (GI-22A-E) of traditional paper map products or as digital GIS data files. ($15). |
Anderson, F.J. | GI-22D | |||
| 2005 | Cement Rock Mineral Resources of the Shawnee-McCanna Area, North Dakota, Geologic Cross Sections. ($3). |
Anderson, F.J. | GI-22E | |||
| 2005 | North Dakota Deep Gas Production, A 23" x 34" map at 1:355,000 scale showing the distribution of present and past deep (Devonian and older) gas-producing fields, producing strata, historical number of gas wells, number of currently producing wells, and cumulative production by field and pool thru May 2005. ($5). |
Burke, R.B. | MM-38 | |||
| 2005 | Anderson, F.J. | GN-05-6 | ||||
| 2005 | Manz, L.A. | GN-05-6 | ||||
| 2005 | Murphy, E.C. | GN-05-6 | ||||
| 2005 | Hoganson, J.W. | GN-05-6 | ||||
| 2005 | Manz, L.A. | GN-05-6 |
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
Publications may be purchased by mail, email, or in person at the NDGS office. 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