Posts Tagged “usgs”
One of the most recognizable and beloved map products of all time is the USGS 7.5′ quadrangle topographic map, commonly known as a ‘quad’. These maps have been available to buy in paper format for many years, and are considered a definitive reference by backcountry users, such as hikers, campers, and fishing enthusiasts. These maps […]
One source of data that I feel is under-utilized is the USGS Board of Geographic Names. The BGN is a (mostly) comprehensive list of definitive feature names, covering most of the United States. The features are organized by state, by county, and by feature type, and each one has a latitude and a longitude. The […]
