Topographic maps
Monograph
By: Theodore D. Steger
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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.
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Steger, T.D., 1986, Topographic maps: Monograph, 27 p.; col. ill.; maps (col.), https://doi.org/10.3133/70039570.
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Unnumbered Series |
| Title | Topographic maps |
| Series title | Monograph |
| DOI | 10.3133/70039570 |
| Year Published | 1986 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | U.S. Government Printing Office |
| Publisher location | Washington, D.C. |
| Description | 27 p.; col. ill.; maps (col.) |