VISION The U.S. Geological Survey is an earth science organization that is recognized worldwide as scientifically credible, objective, and demonstrably relevant to society's needs. MISSION The USGS provides the Nation with reliable, impartial information to describe and understand the Earth. This information is used to: • minimize loss of life and property from natural disasters; ⚫ manage water, biological, energy, and mineral resources; ⚫ enhance and protect the quality of life; ⚫ contribute to wise economic and physical development of natural resources. The 1995 Yearbook is available electronically on the Internet at http://yearbook.usgs.gov Any use of trade, product, or firm names in this publication is for descriptive purposes only and does not imply United States Geological Survey Yearbook Fiscal Year 1995 ISSN 0892-3442 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1996 For sale by U.S. Geological Survey Information Services, Box 25286 |