Lesson 5b – Using the National Map Web Services in ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online

In this lesson, we will provide an overview and demonstrate how to use The National Map’s web services in a mapping application.   Although downloading data from The National Map is a popular option for many users, there are numerous situations where it may be preferable to simply call TNM web services into your mapping application. By using The National Map services, you can minimize data storage issues and eliminate the need to download data on a regular basis to maintain currentness. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to use The National Map web services in a mapping application by adding them as ArcGIS Server REST services. 

Timestamps: 

2:29 – Overview of National Map Service Endpoints

4:08 – Working in ArcGIS Pro 

5:50 – Connecting to TNM REST services thru the ArcGIS Pro Catalog Pane 

6:27 – Adding REST service layers to a Map 

8:40 – Viewing scale-dependent layers 

10:08 – Determining an appropriate map service for your use 

10:58 – Using TNM services in ArcGIS Online 

12:37 – Saving a TNM service layer as an ArcGIS Online content item 

13:35 – Complete list of National Map Service Endpoints