Welcome to the Virginia Division of Mineral Resources
The Division of Mineral Resources (DMR) is the primary state agency source of information on geology, mineral and energy resources, and geologic hazards for both the mineral and energy industries and the general public.
Serving as Virginia's geological survey, DMR conducts geologic investigations, compiles economic mineral statistics, and publishes maps and reports that are used by land-use planners, industry, consultants, citizens, teachers, state and federal agencies, and researchers.
DMR is a division of the Virginia Department of Mines, Minerals, and Energy (DMME), and provides the necessary geologic support for those divisions of DMME that regulate the permitting of mineral and fossil fuel extraction sites, miner safety, and land reclamation.
The mission of the Division of Mineral Resources (DMR): To enhance the development and conservation of energy and mineral resources in a safe and environmentally sound manner to support a more productive economy in Virginia.
News and Announcements
New Virginia Minerals issue now available online. Issues of Virginia Minerals contain articles on mineral resources and industries, geologic studies, road log descriptions of geologic features, and mineral and fossil characteristics. The latest issue features an article on the Characterization of variably lithified feldspathic sands in the inner Coastal Plain and Fall Zone.
Information
Division of Mineral Resources Directions/Map
Division Staff and Email Directory
Sustainable Development of Mineral and Energy Resources through Comprehensive Planning
Quick Links
Web Store
Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy online store.
Publications and Maps Catalog
Sales catalog, including index maps. PDF document.
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