Take a tour of the UTEP Kidd Seismic Observatory with Dr. Aaron Velasco and learn more about earthquake detection and the history of earthquakes along the Rio Grande River Rift. You will understand the importance of obtaining a seismic risk map to understand the region's vulnerability around El Paso to earthquakes. You will also learn the steps involved in designing a seismic array. Find out more about the two fault zones along the Franklin Mountains and their activiy.

The KSO is located next to Sun Bowl. Meet outside the Geological Sciences Building (UTEP MAP) then walk from there to the seismic observatory.