Paper from Land Use History of North America giving results of a study to estimate the extent of developed land in the United States and the impact of development on soil resources.
Multiple studies addressing urban water-quality issues, to describe biological, chemical, and physical characteristics of urban water resources over time, and relate those characteristics to natural processes and human activities
Chapter from Land Use History of the North America on the results of a study to understand the interactions of population growth, urbanization, and agricultural activity over time.
Satellite photographs of New Orleans, Louisiana, and Biloxi, Mississippi taken before and after the impact of Hurricane Katrina showing coastal change and flooding. Full-size images (~20 megabytes) available for download.