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Appendix A: USGS and DOI Mission and Authorization Language
Appendix A: USGS and DOI Mission and Authorization Language
Pages 121-122
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1318, 1320) .1 Mission The mission of the Geological Survey is to provide geologic, topographic, and hy drologic information that contributes to the wise management of the nation's natural resources and that promotes the health, safety, and well-being of the people.
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It delivers water to over 31 million citizens through management of 479 dams and 348 reservoirs.2 Mission The U.S. Department of the Interior protects and manages the nation's natural resources and cultural heritage; provides scientific and other information about those resources; and honors its trust responsibilities or special commitments to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and affiliated Island Communities.
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