The Utah Geological Survey has published a new digital map that shows areas where landslide hazards may exist throughout Utah.

 

The map, a cooperative project of the Utah Geological Survey (UGS) and the Utah Division of Homeland Security, took 18 months to develop, the UGS said.

 

The idea is to help landowners and city and county governments identify areas requiring more-detailed research before development.

 

"Landslides have caused significant economic loss in Utah, and the exposure to landslide hazards increases as development continues to expand into landslide-prone areas," said Richard Giraud, senior UGS geologist, according to a statement.

 

UGS is charging $19.95 for the map, which is available at the Natural Resources Map & Bookstore, 1594 W. North Temple, Salt Lake City (801-537-3320 or 888-UTAHMAP; geostore @utah.gov). The map can also be viewed on the UGS Web site at http://geology.utah.gov/online/m/m-228.pdf .