Adam I. Hiscock
Utah Geological Survey
Hazards Geologist
Expertise: Paleoseismology, Fault Mapping, Earthquake Geology, Hazards Geology
About Me
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Adam Hiscock is a Geologist in the Geologic Hazards Program at the Utah Geological Survey. He joined the UGS in May 2011 and received a Professional Geologist license in 2016. Adam specializes in paleoseismology and active fault mapping, has co-led multiple UGS paleoseismic research projects on the Wasatch fault zone, and re-mapped many active faults in Utah. He serves as staff to the Utah Seismic Safety Commission, providing outreach and education on Utah’s earthquake hazards. A southern Utah native, he enjoys biking, whitewater rafting, camping, hiking, backpacking, photography, and spending time outdoors as much as possible!