Topographic mapping: A challenging future
The United States Geological Survey was established by Congress in 1879 to make a systematic study of the geology and natural resources of the United States. To provide the essential base maps for these studies, the Survey immediately began a program of topographic mapping. In 1882 a general plan was adopted for a standard series of general-purpose topographic maps covering the entire country. Today ... the primary job of the Topographic Division of the Geological Survey is to carry out topographic surveys, and to publish the results as quadrangles in the National Topographic Map Series.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1964 |
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Title | Topographic mapping: A challenging future |
DOI | 10.3133/70170888 |
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Publication Type | Report |
Publication Subtype | USGS Unnumbered Series |
Index ID | 70170888 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |