Topographic maps
General Information Product
By: Theodore D. Steger
Links
- More information: Publisher Index Page (via DOI)
- Document: Report
- Download citation as: RIS | Dublin Core
Abstract
A topographic map is a line-and-symbol representation of natural and selected man-made features of a part of the Earth's surface plotted to a definite scale. A distinguishing characteristic of a topographic map is the portrayal of the shape and elevation of the terrain by contour lines.
Suggested Citation
Steger, T.D., 1978, Topographic maps: General Information Product, 27 p., https://doi.org/10.3133/70039399.
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Unnumbered Series |
| Title | Topographic maps |
| Series title | General Information Product |
| DOI | 10.3133/70039399 |
| Year Published | 1978 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | U.S. Government Printing Office |
| Publisher location | Washington, D.C. |
| Description | 27 p. |