Open-File Reports


The Kansas Geological Survey maintains a collection of unpublished reports and maps that represent research findings conducted in the state. Included in the collection of open-file materials are graduate theses, unpublished reports, maps, and data.



An accessible version of the documents on this site will be made available upon request. Please contact the KGS editor at kgs-editor@ku.edu to request the document be made available in an accessible format.

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KGS open-file report database

Contact the KGS Publications Sales office for price information for reports not available online. Some open-file reports may only be available for viewing at our offices, and some are web-only publications.