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United States Geological Survey

United States Geological Survey

The United States Geological Survey is the lead federal government agency for mapping, earth sciences, and water resources.

The USGS serves the Nation by providing reliable scientific information to:

* describe and understand the Earth;
* minimize loss of life and property from natural disasters;
* manage water, biological, energy, and mineral resources; and
* enhance and protect our quality of life.

Contact Information

Website: http://www.usgs.gov/
Email Address: atlasmail@usgs.gov
Phone: 1-888-ASK-USGS
Address: 508 National Center, 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA, 20192, USA

Press Releases

May 16th, 2013 - Revised Kentucky and Tennessee US Topo Digital Maps Reveal New Design

May 9th, 2013 - Landsat Images Provide the Gold Standard for New Earth Applications

May 2nd, 2013 - USGS Topo Data on the Go

April 11th, 2013 - New Map Sharpens View of African Ecosystems

April 10th, 2013 - USGS Posts New Texas and New York Topos

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