Geomorphic Mapping

GGI has completed geomorphic mapping projects for analysis of sediment transport through canyons in the vicinity of Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), to examine the geomorphic context of archaeological sites and fossil localities, and to evaluate wetlands mitigation sites.

GGI and LANL geologists describing Pleistocene lake bed deposits in Valles Caldera National Preserve

GGI has also collaborated in geomorphic and geologic mapping projects with LANL and New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources (NMBGMR), including mapping of the Valles Caldera National Preserve. (Valle Toledo Quad, Bland Quad.) GGI is currently collaborating with NMBOG on state map projects in the Mount Taylor area (Lobo Springs Quadrangle and Mt. Taylor Quad).

Air photo analysis during Mt Taylor field mapping

Cross section showing soil-stratigraphic relationships, Rinconada Canyon, Mt. Taylor study area

Preparing to describe a soil profile as part of a geomorphic mapping investigation.

Completing description of eolian sediments from hand auger hole

Selected Projects:

»Geomorphic mapping, analysis of sediment and contaminant transport, Los Alamos National Laboratory (1998 to Present)
»Geologic Mapping, New Mexico STATEMAP program.
»Zuni Spring Inventory (2007-2009)