Gravity Map of North America (IMAGE) Washington University in St. Louis Caption Most of the gravity highs on this map (hot colors for high; cool ones for low) correspond with mountains or other topographical features. But the long snake-like gravity high heading south from the tip of Lake Superior is another story. There's nothing on the surface to explain its buried presence. Credit USGS Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.