... Comprehensive list of maps, charts, atlases, geologic and water-supply reports of the u.s. geological survey for connecticut, massachusetts and rhode island; for maps gives scale, size, publication date, author and ordering information ...

... Highlights several aspects of the Cooperative Water Program, including long-term monitoring of Massachusetts water resources, urban studies (providing vital information for water resources restoration), basin modeling (assessing the effects of urban sprawl, stressed basins, and aquatic habitat), aquifer studies (helping to protect drinking water supplies), leading edge science for public health and environmental protection ...

The coastlines of the United States are beautiful places to live, work and play. But, they are also very fragile areas whose ecosystems are vulnerable to mismanagement. There are many complex issues facing the ocean science community at the federal, state and local levels-this report reflects the conclusions and recommendations of the National Academies drawing on discussions with USGS as well as input from potential users, clients and collaborators of the Coastal and Marine Geology Program.