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UGS completes drone surveys for Marysvale landslide response; releases updated Salt Lake City geologic maps
Summary
UGS described recent hazard work including drone surveys after wildfire-linked slope failures near Marysvale, and published updated geologic quadrangles for the Salt Lake City area. Staff said they are coordinating with local governments ahead of public releases because new fault mapping can affect land-use decisions.
The Utah Geological Survey told its board Jan. 15 that its hazards team carried out drone surveys and mapping to help communities respond to post-wildfire landslides, and that it recently released updated geologic maps for Salt Lake City that include revised fault traces.
Following a large fire near Marysvale, UGS staff said they flew drone surveys over multiple canyons, produced updated topographic maps, and provided the data to engineering firms helping the town design mitigation projects to protect water…
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