State Agencies:
State Geological Survey Organizations
State Agencies - State Geological Survey
The Association of American State Geologists (AASG) is an organization
of the chief executives of the state geological surveys in 50 states and Puerto Rico. The responsibilities of the various state surveys differ from
state to state, depending upon the enabling legislation and the traditions under which the survey evolved. Almost all function as a basic information
source for their state governments' executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Some have regulatory responsibilities for water, oil and gas, land
reclamation, etc.
The first state survey was established in 1823 in North Carolina. By 1840, there were at least 15 state surveys, most of which were charged with the discovery of mineral, energy, land, and water resources in their state or territory.
The State Geologists began formal meetings with the US Geological Survey 1879, the year that organization was established. Since 1908, the Association has met regularly to discuss issues of common interest and to initiate united actions when warranted.
