Thrust faults are the result of one chunk of crust being pushed up on top of another, and they are represented on geologic maps as a think black line with black triangular teeth on the side that ...

CHEYENNE, Wyo.CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Scientists have completed the most detailed map yet of one of North America’s most spectacular geologic faults with the hope of providing a better understanding ...

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Scientists have completed the most detailed map yet of the geologic fault at the foot of the Teton Range, one of the most visually striking and potentially dangerous seismic ...

“We can show faults with much higher precision and accuracy than we could in a predigital map,” said Chris Wills of the California Geological Survey, who led the mapping project. Also ...

Developed by the California Geological Survey, these regulatory Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone maps detail where local governments must require site-specific geologic and engineering studies ...

If you want to look at geological faults in your area, look for local maps that include faults — most areas have detailed such maps. However, in order to truly be able to see a fault ...

New state geological maps released Wednesday show several major developments planned in Hollywood are much closer to an active earthquake fault than Los Angeles city officials initially said.

In recent years, studies of subsurface faults, salt domes and other geologic characteristics have ... "Drawing Louisiana's New Map," said subsidence needs more study. Despite the disagreements ...

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Scientists have completed the most detailed map yet of one of North America's most spectacular geologic faults with the hope of providing a better understanding of the ...