Geology
GEOLOGY VIDEOS
What is the story of Lake Agassiz and the River Warren? (02:02 minutes)
How does geology play a role in understanding our river and water quality today? (02:07)
What is a knick point and how does it relate to water quality in the Basin? (01:59)
What is the story of the River Warren Falls in the Minnesota River Basin? (01:37)
Are there some of the oldest rocks on Earth in the Minnesota River Basin?
Why are there so many waterfalls in the Minnesota River Basin? (00:58)
What are some of the unique geologic features in the Minnesota River Basin? (02:04)
What is a glacial moraine? (02:14)
Why does the Minnesota River Valley bend and head north at Mankato?MEET THE EXPERT
FACT SHEETS
FEATURES & MEDIA
360 Panoramic Tour - Geology
Slideshow
ANIMATIONS (Requires Flash Player)
Glaciation Animation (0.5 mb)
Valley Formation & River Warren Animation (0.5 mb)
MEET THE EXPERT
Dr. Carrie Jennings, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
RESOURCES
Geology of Minnesota River Basin (MDNR Excerpt - 1.3 mb pdf)
Minnesota Geological Survey
Minnesota's Geology (MDNR web link)
Division of Lands and Minerals (MDNR web link)