Geology of the Takoma Park Area

Longbranch Creek in Takoma Park

These image clips are from the generalized geologic map of Maryland produced by the Maryland Geological Survey.

Please note that the Montgomery - Prince George's County line as shown in the map reflects the old placement, before the City was unified into one county.


takoma park area rocks under the Piedmont portion of Takoma Park
rocks under the Coastal Plain portion of Takoma Park

Neighboring Areas
Coastal Plain sediments
Coastal Plain sediments
Piedmont rocks

Earth science picture of the day

Information collected by the Library staff, updated June 2005
© 1995 City of Takoma Park

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