Description
Paperback cover has some wear and stains. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This vintage publication from the Colorado Geological Survey is a fascinating time capsule of the state’s early efforts to identify and mitigate geological hazards and protect mineral resources. Published in 1972, it represents a pioneering attempt to establish guidelines and criteria for land-use planning in areas prone to hazards like landslides, debris flows, and unstable soils. The authors, W.P. Scroggs and J.M. Soule Rogers, were likely among the first to recognize the importance of balancing development with environmental protection in Colorado’s rugged terrain. Despite its modest appearance, this document holds great historical significance as an early example of hazard mapping and resource management in the American West. Collectors of Colorado history, geology, and environmental policy will appreciate this rare piece of the state’s scientific and regulatory heritage.