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
Distinguished Alumni Award
Evan Franseen, professor emeritus of geology at the University of Kansas and senior scientist emeritus at the Kansas Geological Survey, is the recipient of the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Geosciences for “outstanding lifetime professional achievement and service to the University of Wisconsin-Madison." ...
New Kansas Geological Survey publication explores geology of eastern Kansas
The publication integrates data drawn from scientific observations and detailed oil and gas industry well logs to modernize understanding of the geology of eastern Kansas and create a framework to support identification and management of the state’s vital natural resources.
New article examines salt dissolution in western Kansas, eastern Colorado
A new article published in Midcontinent Geoscience, the peer-reviewed journal of the Kansas Geological Survey, examines salt dissolution in the Syracuse basin region in western Kansas and eastern Colorado.
Groundwater levels fall across western, south-central Kansas
Preliminary groundwater level measurements compiled by the Kansas Geological Survey show an overall decline of almost a foot across the High Plains aquifer region in western Kansas in 2024. All areas in western and south-central Kansas experienced declines in water levels.
Coming Events
March 7–9: KC Gem and Mineral Show
The KGS will have a booth at the 63rd Annual Gem and Mineral Show presented by the Association of Earth Science Clubs of Greater Kansas City.
March 25–27: Kansas Rural Water Association Conference
The KGS will have a booth at the 56th annual Kansas Rural Water Association Conference in Wichita.