GSA
The Geological Survey of Alabama, established in 1848, provides service and information to Alabama and its citizens as a natural
resource data gathering and research agency. As part of its mission, GSA explores and evaluates the mineral, water, energy, biological, and
other natural resources of the State of Alabama and conducts basic and applied research in these fields.
Announcements and News
NOTICE
Attention K-12 Teachers!
Book available to Educators and Librarians!
The Geological Survey of Alabama, in partnership with Dr. Jim Lacefield and the Alabama Museum of Natural History, is offering a free copy of Dr. Lacefield's book to schools and educators in Alabama. His book, entitled Lost Worlds in Alabama Rocks—A Guide to the State's Ancient Life and Landscapes , is an excellent resource designed to give the reader a guided tour through Alabama's diverse geologic history. Our mutual aim is to educate the public concerning Alabama and its resources, and one way to make this information more accessible to all is by offering Alabama schools a copy of Dr. Lacefield's book.
OGB
The State Oil and Gas Board of Alabama is a regulatory agency of the State of Alabama with the statutory charge of preventing waste and promoting the conservation of oil and gas while ensuring the protection of both the environment and the correlative rights of owners. The Board is granted broad authority in Alabama oil and gas conservation statutes to promulgate and enforce rules and regulations to ensure the conservation and proper development of Alabama's petroleum resources.
The Board consists of three members appointed by the Governor of the State for a term of six years. The State Geologist serves as State Oil and Gas Supervisor and ex officio Secretary of the Board. The Supervisor is charged with the duty of enforcing all rules, regulations, and orders promulgated by the Board.
The official records of the agency are housed in the Board's main office in Tuscaloosa, and a regional office is located in Mobile. Search the Board's electronic databases or select a topic to obtain other information on Alabama's oil and gas resources and the activities and services of the Board.
