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OrganizationNamePageGeological Survey
OrganizationTypePageExecutive Departments (Sub-organization)
MissionWikitext

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) provides 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. USGS conducts research and assessments on a wide range of geologic, hydrologic, biologic, and mapping topics.

ParentOrganizationPageDepartment of the Interior
TopOrganizationPageDepartment of the Interior
CreationLegislationPageAn Act to Authorize the Establishment of a Geological Survey, March 3, 1879
HeadquartersAddressWikitext string

12201 Sunrise Valley Dr, Reston, VA 20192

HeadquartersLocationCoordinates38.94748, -77.36764
EmployeesInteger8,670
BudgetWikitext string

$1.2 billion (FY 2024)

OrganizationExecutivePageDirector
ServicesWikitext

Earthquake monitoring; Water quality and usage assessments; Geological mapping; Hazard warnings; Biological research

RegulationsWikitext
WebsiteURLhttps://www.usgs.gov/