George Washington & Jefferson National Forests - GIS Data
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The following GIS data layers are available to download. To utilize these data layers you will need Arc Info, Arc View or any other software that will accept this type of format. WARNING! The arc export files are quite large -- They may take a considerable amount of time to download and require a large amount of disk space to operate. If you are unfamiliar with arc export files, please contact the Forest Service before you attempt your download.
The following geospatial information was prepared by the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests (US Forest Service). These data may have been developed from sources of differing accuracy, accurate only at certain scales, based on modeling or interpretation, or incomplete while being created or revised. Overall accuracy, completeness and timeliness may vary.
The GIS data files listed below are updated on a continuing basis. However, no dataset is completely accurate or timely. We want you to get the maximum use of this data and to be able use it in an appropriate manner. We have included metadata, or general descriptive information about this data, in data dictionaries. Please consult the data dictionaries for detailed information about our GIS layers.
Consult the accompanying metadata for information to determine the appropriateness of the GIS data for your intended use. The Forest Service reserves the right to correct, update, modify, or replace GIS data without notification.
GIS Data Layers
Notes:
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Geographic extent of coverage is the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests unless otherwise noted.
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All coverages are double precision in ARC export format and compressed using the WinZIP file compression utility.
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Coverage metadata, where available, is provided in MS Word (.doc) format.
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All data digitized from USGS 1:24,000 7.5-minute series quad maps unless otherwise noted.
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All coverages are projected to UTM Zone 17 Meters, NAD 1927. All GIS data are current as of the file creation date.
Coverage Limitations:
Coverages may or may not be complete within National Forest ownership boundaries. Coverages are considered incomplete outside National Forest ownership boundaries. Updates may be applied without notice. Users are advised to fully and carefully read the Liability Disclaimer before downloading or using this data.
User Responsibilities:
It is the responsibility of the data user to use the data appropriately and in accordance with the limitations of geospatial data in general and these data in particular. These data are not recommended to be used with data of scales larger than 1:24,000.
KMZ Files for Use in Viewing GIS Data in Google Earth
National Forest Ownership
Recreation Sites
0-15 year old stands
Trails
Roads
To view the files open Google Earth and copy the link into the "Link" box under the Add-Network Link selection. You may have to adjust properties such as line thickness and color to better view the information.
To copy the link:
In Google Chrome: Right click on the file name and select "Copy Link Address" Paste into Google Earth as per the instructions above.
In Internet Explorer: Right click on the file name and select "Copy Shortcut" Paste into Google Earth as per the instructions above.
Liability Disclaimer:
The Forest Service cannot assure the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or suitability of this information for any particular purpose. Using GIS data for purposes other than those for which they were created may yield inaccurate or misleading results. The recipient may neither assert any proprietary rights to this information nor represent it to anyone as other than U.S. Government-produced information. The Forest Service shall not be liable for any activity involving this information with respect to lost profits, lost savings or any other consequential damages.
Questions and Comments
James O'Hear
George Washington and Jefferson National Forests
401 Oakwood Drive
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Telephone: 540-432-0187
E-Mail: GIS Database Administrator
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