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New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Kansas

New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Kansas

Learn about 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) lidar data for Kansas in the new fact sheet -
The 3D Elevation Program - Supporting the Kansas Economy

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New USGS dataset uncovers the Santiam River’s underwater topography to aid in fish habitat and water flow management

New USGS dataset uncovers the Santiam River’s underwater topography to aid in fish habitat and water flow management

A new dataset for the Santiam River in Oregon, published by the U.S. Geological Survey, provides a highly detailed underwater 3D elevation map that...

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El USGS Publica Nuevos Mapas Topográficos de Puerto Rico y las Islas Vírgenes de los Estados Unidos - Mapas Actualizados para Necesidades Esenciales

El USGS Publica Nuevos Mapas Topográficos de Puerto Rico y las Islas Vírgenes de los Estados Unidos - Mapas Actualizados para Necesidades Esenciales

El USGS se complace en anunciar la publicación de los nuevos mapas US Topo para Puerto Rico y las Islas Vírgenes de los Estados Unidos.  Estos mapas...

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New Training Video: Intro to topoBuilder

New Training Video: Intro to topoBuilder

Learn how to create customized USGS topographic maps through the topoBuilder application in a new training video released by the National Geospatial...

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The National Map and the 3D Hydrography Program

The National Map and the 3D Hydrography Program

We are excited to share an opportunity to learn about The National Map and the 3D Hydrography Program.

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The 3D Hydrography Program at One Year

The 3D Hydrography Program at One Year

In the October 29, 2024 USGS Hydrography Community call, Steve Aichele, National Geospatial Program Hydrography Planning and Management Lead...

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USGS Releases New Topographic Maps for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands - Updated Maps for Essential Needs

USGS Releases New Topographic Maps for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands - Updated Maps for Essential Needs

The USGS is pleased to announce the release of new US Topo maps for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. These updated topographic maps offer...

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Jennifer Lacey Selected as Associate Director for Core Science Systems Mission Area

Jennifer Lacey Selected as Associate Director for Core Science Systems Mission Area

The U.S. Geological Survey is pleased to announce the selection of Jennifer Lacey as the new Associate Director (AD) for the Core Science Systems...

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New Training Video: Using Lidar Explorer

New Training Video: Using Lidar Explorer

Learn how to access lidar data through the LidarExplorer application in a new training video released by the National Geospatial Program.

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USGS announces elevation and hydrography data acquisition partnership opportunities for fiscal year 2025.

USGS announces elevation and hydrography data acquisition partnership opportunities for fiscal year 2025.

The U.S. Geological Survey has issued the 3D National Topography Model (3DNTM) Data Collaboration Announcement (DCA) for fiscal year 2025 3D Elevation...

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Now Available: USGS releases the 3D National Topography Model Call for Action - Part 1: The 3D Hydrography Program

Now Available: USGS releases the 3D National Topography Model Call for Action - Part 1: The 3D Hydrography Program

When fully implemented, the 3D Hydrography Program will provide benefits to the Nation estimated at more than $1 billion dollars annually.

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New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Michigan

New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Michigan

Learn about 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) lidar data for Michigan in the new fact sheet -
The 3D Elevation Program - Supporting Michigan's Economy

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