United States National Seismic Hazard Maps
Fact Sheet
2008-3017
By: M.D. Petersen and and others
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Abstract
The U.S. Geological Survey?s maps of earthquake shaking hazards provide information essential to creating and updating the seismic design provisions of building codes and insurance rates used in the United States. Periodic revisions of these maps incorporate the results of new research. Buildings, bridges, highways, and utilities built to meet modern seismic design provisions are better able to withstand earthquakes, not only saving lives but also enabling critical activities to continue with less disruption. These maps can also help people assess the hazard to their homes or places of work and can also inform insurance rates.
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | United States National Seismic Hazard Maps |
| Series title | Fact Sheet |
| Series number | 2008-3017 |
| DOI | 10.3133/fs20083017 |
| Edition | Version 1.0 |
| Year Published | 2008 |
| Language | ENGLISH |
| Publisher | Geological Survey (U.S.) |
| Contributing office(s) | U.S. Geological Survey |
| Description | 4 p. |
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