South Pass, Wyoming - 30x60 Minute USGS Topographic Map Science Projects

South Pass, Wyoming - 30x60 Minute USGS Topographic Map Science ProjectsThe distinctive characteristic of a topographic map is that the shape of the Earth's surface is shown by contour lines. Contours are imaginary lines that join points of equal elevation on the surface of the land above or below a reference surface, such as mean sea level. Contours make it possible to measure the height of mountains, depths of the ocean bottom, and steepness of slopes. A topographic map shows more than contours. The map also includes

Over 600 high-quality photographs highlight over 500 rock or mineral's distinguishing features

The important coal bed penetrated in the Johns Peak area is thought to be the upper Ivie and is 4 to 6 feet thick

Wellsville and Wasatch Ranges

natural features

This meticulously crafted map offers an expansive view of the region

and management of Great Salt Lake

the state is a natural museum of the great age of dinosaurs

this map features key points of interest including Dinosaur Quarry

and biota of the Great Salt Lake

amphibians

A mineral deposit model is a collection of observations that describes the essential attributes of a class of mineral deposits

The Washington Road and Recreation Atlas is truly unique