Salt Domes
March 29, 2013 | Geology.com
Salt Domes are mounds or columns of salt that have risen above their parent rock unit because of the salt’s low specific gravity.
They serve as oil and natural gas reservoirs; sources of sulfur; sources of salt; underground storage sites for oil, natural gas and helium; and, disposal sites for hazardous waste. |
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Supersized Topographic Maps
February 17, 2013 | MyTopo.com
The folks at MyTopo.com are now printing supersized topo maps; large enough make a huge 8′ x 5′ (or 5′ x 8′) map that will look fantastic on the wall of your office, conference room, lobby, cabin or den. These maps are custom-centered on any location that you pick using their online map-making tool.
We are affiliates of MyTopo.com and receive a commission on sales. |
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Wall Maps of US States
February 10, 2013 | Geology.com Store
Raven Maps are beautiful examples of shaded-relief wall maps that display the elevation of a state in vibrant colors. These large maps look great in a classroom, den or office. Use one to mark the locations of your work or company. |
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Isaac Approaches New Orleans
August 28, 2012 | NOAA
Tropical Storm Isaac has strengthened to nearly hurricane strength. NOAA has issued the following warning…
A HURRICANE WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR… * EAST OF MORGAN CITY LOUISIANA TO THE ALABAMA-FLORIDA BORDER… INCLUDING METROPOLITAN NEW ORLEANS…LAKE PONTCHARTRAIN… AND LAKE MAUREPAS (more/updated)… |
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Alabama Natural Gas Royalties Falling
July 3, 2012 | AL.com
The Alabama State Oil and Gas Board reports that revenue from offshore natural gas royalties have been falling rapidly. |
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Mineral Clubs and Organizations Worldwide
June 13, 2012 | The-Vug.com
The-Vug.com has an impressive listing of mineral clubs organized by state. You might be surprised at how many clubs are listed and there is probably one that meets within a short drive of your home. |
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Coastal Topography Data
January 31, 2012 | USGS
USGS has released a large number of coastal topography data sets for the eastern coast and Gulf of Mexico acquired using lidar technology. |
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Huge Coal Database Available
January 23, 2012 | USGS
USGS has recently published: “Shallow Coal Exploration Drill-Hole Data—Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas”. Data is available by state in MS Excel files. |
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