A topographic feature taxonomy for a U.S. national topographic mapping ontology
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Abstract
Using legacy feature lists from the U.S. National Topographic Mapping Program of the twentieth century, a taxonomy of features is presented for purposes of developing a national topographic feature ontology for geographic mapping and analysis. After reviewing published taxonomic classifications, six basic classes are suggested; terrain, surface water, ecological regimes, built-up areas, divisions, and events. Aspects of ontology development are suggested as the taxonomy is described.
| Publication type | Book |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Conference publication |
| Title | A topographic feature taxonomy for a U.S. national topographic mapping ontology |
| Year Published | 2009 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | International Cartographic Association |
| Contributing office(s) | Mid-Continent Geographic Science Center |
| Description | 11 p. |
| Larger Work Title | 24th International Cartographic Conference |
| Conference Title | 24th International Cartographic Conference |
| Conference Location | Santiago, Chile |
| Conference Date | 2009-11-15T00:00:00 |