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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Wise Use (environmental geology) |
Laird, W.M., and Bluemle, J.P. | GN-89-12 | |||
| 1989 | Bluemle, J.P. | GN-89-12 | ||||
| 1989 | GN-89-6 | |||||
| 1989 | Bluemle, J.P. | GN-89-6 | ||||
| 1989 | Historical and Stratigraphic Review of Oil Development in North Dakota |
Carlson, K. | GN-89-6 | |||
| 1989 | Bluemle, J.P. | GN-89-6 | ||||
| 1989 | Bluemle, J.P. | GN-89-6 | ||||
| 1989 | Bluemle, J.P. | GN-89-6 | ||||
| 1988 | Surface Geology of the Souris River Map Area, 1 pl. (1:250,000). $3.00. |
Lord, M.L. | AS-4-A1 | |||
| 1988 | Guide to the Geology of South-Central North Dakota, (Revision of ED-6), 44 p., 1 pl. 1:500,000. |
Bluemle, J.P. | ED-20 | |||
| 1988 | Guide to the Geology of North-Central North Dakota, (Revision of ED-7), 42 p., 1 pl. 1:500,000. |
Bluemle, J.P. | ED-19 | |||
| 1988 | Guide to the Geology of Southeastern North Dakota, (Revision of ED-3), 36 p., 1 pl. 1:500,000. |
Bluemle, J.P. | ED-18 | |||
| 1988 | Guide to the Geology of Northeastern North Dakota, (Revision of ED-2), 32 p., 1 pl. 1:500,000. |
Bluemle, M.E. | ED-17 | |||
| 1988 | Precambrian Structure Map of North Dakota, 1 pl. (1:1,000,000). Map measures 20" x 26"; it is folded and enclosed in a 9" x 12" envelope. ($3). |
Heck, T.J. | MM-30 | |||
| 1988 | North Dakota Geological Highway Map, (Revision of MM-19), 1 pl. (1:1,000,000). Full-color with geologic cross section. Reverse side includes discussions of glaciation, geologic history, points of geologic interest, drainage, bedrock geology, and thickness of glacial deposits. Map measures 23" x 30"; it is folded to 7" x 12". ($3). |
Bluemle, J.P. | MM-29 | |||
| 1988 | Generalized Bedrock Geologic Map of North Dakota, Full-color 8.5" x 11" sheet. ($1). |
Bluemle, J.P. | MM-28 | |||
| 1988 | Oil Exploration and Development in the North Dakota Williston Basin: 1986-1987 Update, 36 p. A non-technical report on the history of production, economic impacts, and regulatory trends, emphasizing activity during 1986 and 1987. ($3). |
Fischer, D.W., and Bluemle, J.P. | MS-72 | |||
| 1988 | Leachate Generated by an Oil-and-Gas Brine Pond Site in North Dakota, (Repr. from Ground Water, January-February 1988, vol. 26, no. 1, p. 31-38). ($1). |
Murphy, E.C., Kehew, A.E., Groenewold, G.H., and Beal, W.A. | MS-71 | |||
| 1988 | An Overview of Dolphin Field, Divide County, North Dakota, 14 p. ($1). |
Heck, T.J. | MS-70 | |||
| 1988 | GN-88-12 |
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
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