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Learn how to interpret the colored lines, areas, and other symbols on topographic maps. This fact sheet provides a map legend with full descriptions and images of each feature type.
- Topographic Map Symbols - USGS Publications Warehouse
Reading Topographic Maps. Interpreting the colored lines,...
- USGS Unnumbered Series, GIP: Topographic Map Symbols
Interpreting the colored lines, areas, and other symbols is...
- Where can I find a topographic map symbol sheet?
Maps published 2013-present: US Topo maps have a symbol...
- Topographic Map Symbols - USGS Publications Warehouse
Learn how to read and interpret the symbols and features on topographic maps from the U.S. Geological Survey. Download the PDF document with detailed explanations and examples of map elements.
Learn how to access, view, and interpret USGS topographic maps from various historical and modern series. Find symbols, tools, and tips for navigating and searching the map collection.
Interpreting the colored lines, areas, and other symbols is the first step in using topographic maps. Features are shown as points, lines, or areas, depending on their size and extent. For example, individual houses may be shown as small black squares.
Learn how to read USGS topo maps with this legend that explains the colors and symbols for different features. See examples of contours, roads, streams, vegetation, cities, and more.
25 kwi 2019 · Topographic Map Symbols. By Educational Resources April 25, 2019. Topographic Map Symbols.pdf (2.06 MB) Sources/Usage. Public Domain.
Maps published 2013-present: US Topo maps have a symbol sheet attached to the map file (PDF format only). Open the PDF file in Adobe Acrobat and click on the paperclip icon. Maps published 1947-2009: See the Topographic Map Symbols pamphlet. Most of these symbols are still in use.