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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Bluemle, J.P. | GN-00-7 | ||||
| 2000 | From the State Geologist: "Predictions" for the New Millennium |
Bluemle, J.P. | GN-00-7 | |||
| 1999 | Flooding in the Grand Forks-East Grand Forks North Dakota and Minnesota Area, 70 p., 2 maps (approx. 1:27,500). It includes a history of flooding in the two-city area, provides an overall analysis of the flood problems in Grand Forks, and includes recommendations for dealing with future floods. ($5). |
LeFever, J.A., Bluemle, J.P., and Waldkirch, R.P. | ED-25 | |||
| 1999 | Guide to the Geology and Prehistoric Life of the Rendezvous Region, A brochure meant to be a guide for educators, local residents, and visitors to that region of North Dakota. |
Hoganson, J.W. | ED-24 | |||
| 1999 | Physiographic Regions of North Dakota, Map measures 8.5" by 11". ($1). |
Waldkirch, R.P. | MM-33 | |||
| 1999 | Fossil Lake Wannagan (Paleocene: Tiffanian), Billings County, North Dakota, 9 p. Fossil Lake Wannagan is a new name for a local freshwater lake of undetermined size that existed as part of a floodplain system during the Late Paleocene. ($2). |
Erickson, B.R. | MS-87 | |||
| 1999 | The Major Coals of Bowman, Slope, Adams and Hettinger Counties, North Dakota, 55 p., ($5). |
Murphy, E.C., Kruger, N.W., and Goven, G.E. | OF-99-1 | |||
| 1999 | Bluemle, J.P. | GN-99-12 | ||||
| 1999 | Bluemle, J.P. | GN-99-12 | ||||
| 1999 | Brevik, E.C. | GN-99-7 | ||||
| 1999 | Fritz, A.M.K. | GN-99-7 | ||||
| 1999 | Bluemle, J.P. | GN-99-7 | ||||
| 1999 | Murphy, E.C. | SG-103 | ||||
| 1998 | Meteorites in North Dakota, 23 p. Contains a general discussion on what meteorites are, how they are formed, and how to differentiate between meteorites and terrestrial rocks. ($2). |
Murphy, E.C., and Forsman, N.F. | ED-23 | |||
| 1998 | Oil Exploration and Development in the North Dakota Williston Basin: 1996-1997 Update, 27 p. A non-technical report on the history of production, economic impacts, and regulatory trends, emphasizing activity during 1996 and 1997. ($3). |
Heck, T.J. | MS-85 | |||
| 1998 | Thick Coals in Dunn and Southern McKenzie Counties, in North Dakota, 20 p., ($3). |
Murphy, E.C., and Goven, G.E. | OF-98-3 | |||
| 1998 | The Coteau Lignite Bed in North-Central North Dakota, 11 p., ($2). |
Murphy, E.C. | OF-98-2 | |||
| 1998 | The Coalbed Methane Potential of North Dakota Lignites, 38 p., ($5). |
Murphy, E.C., and Goven, G.E. | OF-98-1 | |||
| 1998 | Fritz, A.M.K. | GN-98-12 | ||||
| 1998 | Hoganson, J.W. | GN-98-12 |
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