For better viewing on mobile devices, visit the usgs geologic atlas of texas gat viewer. Interactive geologic map of texas now available online. Map published by the university of texas at austin, bureau of economic geology. This release makes the geologic data from the geologic map of texas available in. Any file name beginning with gat indicates a map that was clipped from the geologic atlas of texas scale 1. Mapping of the surface geology in texas is being done to provide a geologic map database and related basic geologic framework information that is sufficiently detailed 1. Texas maps perrycastaneda map collection ut library online. Tarrant county, texas geological map in pdf form 5.
Interactive map of the surface geology of texas american. Downloadable highresolution georeferenced images of the the geologic society of americas printed gmna map for viewing or using in a gis includes geologic unit explanation sheets. Suitable for display, classroom, or reference use, this. The geologic map report of maxwell and others 1967 provides a fully comprehensive account of the important volcanic, structural, geomorphological, and paleontological features that define bbnp.
The resulting image was imported into ltplus, a enhanced software package designed to replace the line trace system at. Maps texas gis geologic map project university of texas. The pcl map collection includes more than 250,000 maps, yet less than 30% of the collection is currently online. The texas geology web map viewer is the third generation in a series of texas geologic mapping products intended to empower and expose this data to a broad range of diverse users interested in exploring the geology of the state of texas.
You should refer to this map frequently as you read the fol. Pdf detailed geologic maps are the foundation for any geologic, hydrogeologic, and engineering studies. Digital geologic map of sherman quadrangle, northcentral. Geologic atlas of texas, beevillebay city sheet, by t. About this product this concise and colorful summary of the geology of texas consists of a postersized, fourcolor map. Part or all of this report is presented in portable document format pdf. The purpose of this report is to release a digital geologic map database for the state of texas.
Printed on waterproof, tearresistant material for extreme durability. Ngmdb product description page national geologic map. The geologic atlas of texas gat was created united states geological survey usgs, in cooperation with the texas water development board twdb. Separate geologic maps are available for alaska, hawaii, and puerto rico. Explore the geology beneath your feet using this 3rd generation mapping app from usgs. It is a congressionallymandated function under the geologic mapping act and has been a strong example of statefederal cooperation since its inception in 1995. Geologic map precambrian of texas paleozoic more than 600 million years ago 600 to 240 million years ago pennsylvanian permian mesozoic 240 to 65 million years ago jurassic, triassic cretaceous gulf cretaceous comanche cenozoic beginning 65 million years ago eocene quaternary igneous pliocene, miocene.
University of texas at austin, bureau of economic geology, miscellaneous map mm39, scale 1. Jun 02, 2015 the texas geology web map viewer is the third generation in this series of texas geologic mapping products, which is intended to provide data to a broad range of users interested in exploring the geology of texas. Geologic map of the tilden quadrangle, mcmullen county, texas. The geologic map report of maxwell and others 1967 provides a fully comprehensive account of the important. Detailed topographic maps and aerial photos of texas are available in the geology. A map of texas cities that includes interstates, us highways and state routes by geology. Downloadable highresolution images of gmna map sheets for viewing or using in a gis. A map is really a graphic reflection of your complete place or an element of a. Geological survey allows users to explore the surface geology of texas and bordering regions of new mexico, oklahoma, and arkansas. Geologic map of denton county, texas that has colorcoded sections. The ngmdb is a congressionally mandated national archive of geoscience. Geological survey usgs minerals program, national surveys and analysis project, whose goal is a nationwide assemblage of geologic, geochemical, geophysical, and other data. Gmna resources usgs national geologic map database.
The print was scanned using a anatech 3640 eagle optical scanner at a four hundred dots per inch resolution. Pdf file 260k geologic atlas of texas abilene sheet descriptive booklet pdf file 517k the geology of tarrant county by w. Students will already have basic knowledge of geologic maps, having worked with the aapg geological highway map of texas in a lab exercise on correlation. Geological survey, 2001 838k university of texas map collection. Answer the following questions using your lab notes, the 8 12 by 11 geology of texas map, the. Geologic map of big bend national park, texas usgs. In accordance with texas state depository law, this publication is available at the texas state publications clearinghouse andor texas depository libraries. A good geologic map with cross sections is essential to any additional work, such as petroleum and mineral exploration, groundwater studies, or the interpretation of the geologic history of an area. If you print the map pages from a browser the maps will be cut off. Click the support us button to make your contribution today. See our state high points map to learn about guadalupe peak at 8,749 feet the highest point in texas. Maps constructed during recent years address a variety of needs, including 1. This trails illustrated topographic map is the most comprehensive and complete recreational map for big bend national park. Geologic map precambrian of texas paleozoic more than 600 million years ago 600 to 240 million years ago pennsylvanian permian mesozoic 240 to 65 million years ago.
Wermund west of fort worth, the plateaulike surface is. This record is maintained in the national geologic map database ngmdb. Downloadable highresolution georeferenced images of the the geologic society of americas printed gmna map for viewing or using in a gis includes geologic unit explanation sheets downloadable highresolution images of gmna map sheets. Printed on a single sheet and folded to glove compartment size, each has a stratigraphic column by state, mileage charts, and may depict spots of interest. The purpose of this map is to provide the national park service and the public with an updated digital geologic map of big bend national park bbnp. Close to 20 years in the making, this map reflects the collective efforts of geologists from throughout the state. The ngmdb is a congressionally mandated national archive of geoscience maps, reports, and stratigraphic information, developed according to standards defined by the cooperators, i. Originally released in april 2009, this map was updated in 2015. The geologic map of texas the front piece for this chapter is the geologic map of texas. The pdf version of the map includes the basemap data, gis layers, grids, and the brief description of map unit and explanation of map symbols.
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Suitable for display, classroom, or reference use, this map provides an excellent overview of our states geology for students or laypeople. Hummingbird range maps pdf format texas parks and wildlife department. Texas abounds with vistas of mountains, plateaus, plains, hills, and valleys in which many rock types and geologic structures are exposed. Geologic atlas of texas sherman sheet descriptive booklet pdf file 260k geologic atlas of texas abilene sheet descriptive booklet pdf file 517k the geology of tarrant county by w. Geologic map of denton county, texas the portal to texas. Geological survey national geologic map database check out the geologic atlas of texas, san antonio sheet revised 1982. The national geologic map database ngmdb is a distributed archive of geoscience information for the nation. Digital geologic maps of the us states with consistent lithology, age, gis database structure, and format. Prior to handing out this exercise, i use about an hour of the threehour lab for instruction on geologic.
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