USGS

About USGS

The U.S. Geological Survey is a federal science agency that conducts research and provides data on natural hazards, water resources, minerals, ecosystems, and climate impacts. It develops methods and tools to monitor and analyze Earth processes, delivering timely information to help protect lives and property and support energy and mineral decisions. Headquartered in the United States, USGS operates across regions to map, model, and analyze the nation’s geoscience data and infrastructure. The organization collaborates with federal, state, academic, and private partners to advance open, science-based insights for public decision-making.