Colorado Geological Survey
Providing service and science to the people of Colorado
The Colorado Geological Survey (CGS) is a state government agency within the Colorado School of Mines whose mission is to:
Help reduce the impact of geologic hazards on the citizens of Colorado,
Promote responsible economic development of mineral and energy resources,
Provide geologic insight into water resources,
Provide geologic advice and information to a variety of constituencies.
By providing sound information and new knowledge, the Colorado Geological Survey contributes to economic growth and improvement in the quality of life for Colorado’s citizens.
Colorado's Hot Spots
Developing research uncovering new potential for Colorado's geothermal resources.
The Interpretive Geothermal Heat Flow Map of Colorado depicts the movement of heat from the Earth's interior to its surface in Colorado. The geographic distribution of heat flow is one of several indicators of the location of potential geothermal resources in Colorado.
Mapping Colorado's Geology
Through our ongoing STATEMAP mapping program
Our ongoing STATEMAP mapping program has produced 80 geologic quadrangles to date. The maps are focused on high-growth areas throughout Colorado. STATEMAP is one of three components of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (NCGMP).
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