Kansas Geological Survey
Advancing Science, Serving Kansas
Research Programs
Water Resources and Geohydrology
Studying aquifers, rivers, and streams to provide a scientific foundation for water management.
Aquifer Water Quality Assessment for Kansas (AWQUA)
Assessing groundwater quality in aquifers across the state.
Energy
Exploring oil and gas resources, carbon and hydrogen storage, and other energy initiatives.
Research Programs
Geophysics and Hazards
Monitoring earthquakes, developing seismic techniques, and supporting field-based research.
Geology and Mineral Resources
Studying and mapping the geologic resources of the state.
Geoarchaeology
Searching for evidence of the earliest people to inhabit the Central Great Plains.
Quick Links
Outreach, Education, and Publications
Educational Resources
Learn about the geology of Kansas featuring geologic sites, classroom activities, and more
Publications
Books and maps on the geology, minerals, and natural resources of the state.
Archives and Libraries
Kansas Geologic Sample Repository, Data Resources Library, and KGS Drill Core Library.
KGS in the News
KGS scientist to discuss research during Kansas Economic Policy Conference
KGS scientist Sam Zipper will discuss his work at Ripple Effect: Water and the Kansas Economy, a conference hosted by the University of Kansas Institute for Policy & Research.
Grant funding received in August, September
The KGS received awards totaling more than $2.2 million during August and September.
Critical Materials Crossroads team advances as finalist for NSF award of up to $160M over a decade
University of Kansas researchers join the University of Missouri-Kansas City in a collaboration named one of 15 finalists for the National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines award.
Geologic map for Jewell County now available
The Kansas Geological Survey has released a new full-color geologic map of Jewell County, where an ancient inland sea left rocks rich in fossils, time and erosion created a striking landscape, and excavations reveal evidence of prehistoric people.
Coming Events
November 2: Beers of the Kaw
KGS will have a booth and activities during the 10th annual Beers of the Kaw, supporting Friends of the Kaw and their work for the Kansas River.
November 12–13: Governor's Conference on the Future of Water in Kansas
Several KGS scientists and staff will take part in this year's Governor's Water Conference in Manhattan.