"An economic analysis by the U.S. Geological Survey's National Geologic Mapping Program that describes (1) geologic maps and their use as a fundamental data base, (2) a rigorous benefit-cost model for valuing geologic map information, and (3) the economic issues associated with determining whether or not a geologic map is a public good."
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
Form
Also available via Internet from the USGS web site as a .DJVU file.