M3.1 Earthquake 15 km NNE of Maeser, Utah — December 23, 2025
2025-12-23 21:49:39 UTC (2025-12-23) · approx. 2:49 PM UTC-7 local
On December 23, 2025 at 21:49 UTC, a magnitude 3.1 shallow crustal earthquake struck 15 km NNE of Maeser, Utah, at a depth of 0.0 km and coordinates 40.6065°, -109.5293°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 3.1 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 674 kg of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 83 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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-109.5293°E
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How strong was the magnitude 3.1 earthquake near Maeser, Utah?
The magnitude 3.1 earthquake that struck 15 km NNE of Maeser, Utah on December 23, 2025 at 21:49 UTC had a depth of 0.0 km. For context, this was a minor earthquake typically detected only by instruments.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 3.1 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
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Magnitude 3.1 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000rkg6). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, December 23, 2025). M3.1 Earthquake 15 km NNE of Maeser, Utah — December 23, 2025. Retrieved May 23, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000rkg6/