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NamesFeature ClassFeature CodeFeature Description
Administrative Boundary Features (country, state, region,...)
834A.ADM3third-order administrative divisiona subdivision of a second-order administrative division
657A.ADM2second-order administrative divisiona subdivision of a first-order administrative division
510A.ADMDadministrative divisionan administrative division of a country, undifferentiated as to administrative level
256A.ADM4fourth-order administrative divisiona subdivision of a third-order administrative division
89A.ADM1first-order administrative divisiona primary administrative division of a country, such as a state in the United States
1A.PCLIindependent political entity
2.347 Total for A
Hydrographic Features (stream, lake, ...)
31.076H.STMstreama body of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land
10.836H.LKlakea large inland body of standing water
1.452H.BAYbaya coastal indentation between two capes or headlands, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
1.245H.RVNravine(s)a small, narrow, deep, steep-sided stream channel, smaller than a gorge
984H.SWMPswampa wetland dominated by tree vegetation
535H.LKNsalt lakean inland body of salt water with no outlet
413H.CHNchannelthe deepest part of a stream, bay, lagoon, or strait, through which the main current flows
344H.CNLcanalan artificial watercourse
332H.STMIintermittent stream
304H.LKSlakeslarge inland bodies of standing water
274H.STRTstraita relatively narrow waterway, usually narrower and less extensive than a sound, connecting two larger bodies of water
226H.LKOoxbow lakea crescent-shaped lake commonly found adjacent to meandering streams
217H.WLLwella cylindrical hole, pit, or tunnel drilled or dug down to a depth from which water, oil, or gas can be pumped or brought to the surface
217H.LGNlagoona shallow coastal waterbody, completely or partly separated from a larger body of water by a barrier island, coral reef or other depositional feature
213H.RSVreservoir(s)an artificial pond or lake
198H.BNKbank(s)an elevation, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for most surface navigation
180H.FLLSwaterfall(s)a perpendicular or very steep descent of the water of a stream
180H.MRSHmarsh(es)a wetland dominated by grass-like vegetation
171H.GLCRglacier(s)a mass of ice, usually at high latitudes or high elevations, with sufficient thickness to flow away from the source area in lobes, tongues, or masses
121H.SHOLshoal(s)a surface-navigation hazard composed of unconsolidated material
107H.INLTinleta narrow waterway extending into the land, or connecting a bay or lagoon with a larger body of water
103H.COVEcove(s)a small coastal indentation, smaller than a bay
103H.GULFgulfa large recess in the coastline, larger than a bay
97H.DTCHditcha small artificial watercourse dug for draining or irrigating the land
66H.STMDdistributary(-ies)a branch which flows away from the main stream, as in a delta or irrigation canal
66H.PNDponda small standing waterbody
62H.RPDSrapidsa turbulent section of a stream associated with a steep, irregular stream bed
59H.RDSTroadsteadan open anchorage affording less protection than a harbor
54H.SPNGspring(s)a place where ground water flows naturally out of the ground
50H.HBRharbor(s)a haven or space of deep water so sheltered by the adjacent land as to afford a safe anchorage for ships
26H.FISHfishing areaa fishing ground, bank or area where fishermen go to catch fish
26H.STMAanabrancha diverging branch flowing out of a main stream and rejoining it downstream
20H.DTCHIirrigation ditcha ditch which serves to distribute irrigation water
15H.STMXsection of stream
15H.LKXsection of lake
14H.RFreef(s)a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material
13H.CHNLlake channel(s)that part of a lake having water deep enough for navigation between islands, shoals, etc.
13H.ANCHanchoragean area where vessels may anchor
10H.STMCcanalized streama stream that has been substantially ditched, diked, or straightened
9H.ESTYestuarya funnel-shaped stream mouth or embayment where fresh water mixes with sea water under tidal influences
9H.LKIintermittent lake
6H.CHNMmarine channelthat part of a body of water deep enough for navigation through an area otherwise not suitable
6H.LKSNsalt lakesinland bodies of salt water with no outlet
6H.LBEDlake bed(s)a dried up or drained area of a former lake
6H.STMSBlost rivera surface stream that disappears into an underground channel, or dries up in an arid area
5H.BOGbog(s)a wetland characterized by peat forming sphagnum moss, sedge, and other acid-water plants
5H.LKNIintermittent salt lake
5H.SEAseaa large body of salt water more or less confined by continuous land or chains of islands forming a subdivision of an ocean
4H.CHNNnavigation channela buoyed channel of sufficient depth for the safe navigation of vessels
4H.BGHTbight(s)an open body of water forming a slight recession in a coastline
3H.CNLNnavigation canal(s)a watercourse constructed for navigation of vessels
3H.PNDSFfishpondsponds or enclosures in which fish are kept or raised
2H.BNKRstream banka sloping margin of a stream channel which normally confines the stream to its channel on land
2H.DOMGicecap domea comparatively elevated area on an icecap
2H.CNLIirrigation canala canal which serves as a main conduit for irrigation water
2H.SPNThot spring(s)a place where hot ground water flows naturally out of the ground
2H.STMMstream mouth(s)a place where a stream discharges into a lagoon, lake, or the sea
2H.SPNSsulphur spring(s)a place where sulphur ground water flows naturally out of the ground
2H.SYSIirrigation systema network of ditches and one or more of the following elements: water supply, reservoir, canal, pump, well, drain, etc.
2H.SDsounda long arm of the sea forming a channel between the mainland and an island or islands; or connecting two larger bodies of water
1H.STMHheadwatersthe source and upper part of a stream, including the upper drainage basin
1H.CRNTcurrenta horizontal flow of water in a given direction with uniform velocity
1H.WLLSwellscylindrical holes, pits, or tunnels drilled or dug down to a depth from which water, oil, or gas can be pumped or brought to the surface
1H.MRSHNsalt marsha flat area, subject to periodic salt water inundation, dominated by grassy salt-tolerant plants
1H.CNLBcanal benda conspicuously curved or bent section of a canal
1H.STMSstreamsbodies of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land
1H.RCHreacha straight section of a navigable stream or channel between two bends
1H.STMQabandoned watercoursea former stream or distributary no longer carrying flowing water, but still evident due to lakes, wetland, topographic or vegetation patterns
1H.LKSIintermittent lakes
1H.STMBstream benda conspicuously curved or bent segment of a stream
1H.MOORmoor(s)an area of open ground overlaid with wet peaty soils
1H.LKOIintermittent oxbow lake
1H.PNDSpondssmall standing waterbodies
50.537 Total for H
Area Features (parks,area, ...)
3.248L.AREAareaa tract of land without homogeneous character or boundaries
511L.LCTYlocalitya minor area or place of unspecified or mixed character and indefinite boundaries
37L.RESreservea tract of public land reserved for future use or restricted as to use
33L.RGNregionan area distinguished by one or more observable physical or cultural characteristics
23L.PRTporta place provided with terminal and transfer facilities for loading and discharging waterborne cargo or passengers, usually located in a harbor
19L.CSTcoasta zone of variable width straddling the shoreline
14L.CLGclearingan area in a forest with trees removed
14L.RESNnature reservean area reserved for the maintenance of a natural habitat
13L.PRKparkan area, often of forested land, maintained as a place of beauty, or for recreation
12L.RESVreservationa tract of land set aside for aboriginal, tribal, or native populations
8L.COLFcoalfielda region in which coal deposits of possible economic value occur
5L.RESFforest reservea forested area set aside for preservation or controlled use
2L.GRAZgrazing areaan area of grasses and shrubs used for grazing
2L.FLDfield(s)an open as opposed to wooded area
2L.OILFoilfieldan area containing a subterranean store of petroleum of economic value
2L.PEATpeat cutting areaan area where peat is harvested
1L.LANDarctic landa tract of land in the Arctic
1L.RESWwildlife reservea tract of public land reserved for the preservation of wildlife
3.947 Total for L
Populated Place Features (city, village,...)
156.979P.PPLpopulated placea city, town, village, or other agglomeration of buildings where people live and work
3.325P.PPLQabandoned populated place
2.035P.PPLXsection of populated place
87P.PPLAseat of a first-order administrative divisionseat of a first-order administrative division (PPLC takes precedence over PPLA)
5P.PPLLpopulated localityan area similar to a locality but with a small group of dwellings or other buildings
2P.PPLWdestroyed populated placea village, town or city destroyed by a natural disaster, or by war
1P.PPLCcapital of a political entity
1P.PPLSpopulated placescities, towns, villages, or other agglomerations of buildings where people live and work
1P.
162.436 Total for P
Road / Railroad Features (road, railroad )
2R.RRrailroada permanent twin steel-rail track on which freight and passenger cars move long distances
2R.TNLtunnela subterranean passageway for transportation
1R.TRLtraila path, track, or route used by pedestrians, animals, or off-road vehicles
1R.RYDrailroad yarda system of tracks used for the making up of trains, and switching and storing freight cars
1R.RDroadan open way with improved surface for transportation of animals, people and vehicles
7 Total for R
Spot Features (spot, building, farm)
4.611S.RSTNrailroad stationa facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading train passengers and freight
3.233S.FRMfarma tract of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture
1.159S.RSTPrailroad stopa place lacking station facilities where trains stop to pick up and unload passengers and freight
588S.TRIGtriangulation stationa point on the earth whose position has been determined by triangulation
445S.RUINruin(s)a destroyed or decayed structure which is no longer functional
407S.CMPcamp(s)a site occupied by tents, huts, or other shelters for temporary use
266S.BCNbeacona fixed artificial navigation mark
245S.RSDrailroad sidinga short track parallel to and joining the main track
217S.LDNGlandinga place where boats receive or discharge passengers and freight, but lacking most port facilities
211S.HUThuta small primitive house
135S.HTLhotela building providing lodging and/or meals for the public
113S.BRKSbarracksa building for lodging military personnel
105S.PSTPpatrol posta post from which patrols are sent out
77S.RSRTresorta specialized facility for vacation, health, or participation sports activities
58S.AIRPairporta place where aircraft regularly land and take off, with runways, navigational aids, and major facilities for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo
51S.GRVEgravea burial site
38S.STNFforest stationa collection of buildings and facilities for carrying out forest management
31S.CMPLlogging campa camp used by loggers
31S.STNEexperiment stationa facility for carrying out experiments
31S.HUTShutssmall primitive houses
29S.LTHSElighthousea distinctive structure exhibiting a major navigation light
24S.RSGNLrailroad signala signal at the entrance of a particular section of track governing the movement of trains
24S.STNMmeteorological stationa station at which weather elements are recorded
22S.BLDGbuilding(s)a structure built for permanent use, as a house, factory, etc.
18S.MFGCcannerya building where food items are canned
17S.SNTRsanatoriuma facility where victims of physical or mental disorders are treated
16S.HSPhospitala building in which sick or injured, especially those confined to bed, are medically treated
16S.PSpower stationa facility for generating electric power
15S.MFGfactoryone or more buildings where goods are manufactured, processed or fabricated
14S.FRMTfarmsteadthe buildings and adjacent service areas of a farm
13S.SHPFsheepfolda fence or wall enclosure for sheep and other small herd animals
12S.BDGbridgea structure erected across an obstacle such as a stream, road, etc., in order to carry roads, railroads, and pedestrians across
12S.MNmine(s)a site where mineral ores are extracted from the ground by excavating surface pits and subterranean passages
12S.FRMQabandoned farm
9S.FTforta defensive structure or earthworks
8S.CAVEcave(s)an underground passageway or chamber, or cavity on the side of a cliff
8S.FRMSfarmstracts of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture
7S.JTYjettya structure built out into the water at a river mouth or harbor entrance to regulate currents and silting
7S.MNQRquarry(-ies)a surface mine where building stone or gravel and sand, etc. are extracted
6S.CMPQabandoned camp
6S.PSHhydroelectric power stationa building where electricity is generated from water power
6S.CMTYcemeterya burial place or ground
6S.RHSEresthousea structure maintained for the rest and shelter of travelers
6S.WHRFwharf(-ves)a structure of open rather than solid construction along a shore or a bank which provides berthing for ships and cargo-handling facilities
5S.STNBscientific research basea scientific facility used as a base from which research is carried out or monitored
5S.MSTYmonasterya building and grounds where a community of monks lives in seclusion
5S.SPAspaa resort area usually developed around a medicinal spring
4S.PIERpiera structure built out into navigable water on piles providing berthing for ships and recreation
4S.STDMstadiuma structure with an enclosure for athletic games with tiers of seats for spectators
3S.ASTRastronomical stationa point on the earth whose position has been determined by observations of celestial bodies
3S.CHchurcha building for public Christian worship
3S.LOCKlock(s)a basin in a waterway with gates at each end by means of which vessels are passed from one water level to another
3S.DARYdairya facility for the processing, sale and distribution of milk or milk products
2S.PPpolice posta building in which police are stationed
2S.SCHAagricultural schoola school with a curriculum focused on agriculture
2S.FCLfacilitya building or buildings housing a center, institute, foundation, hospital, prison, mission, courthouse, etc.
2S.INSMmilitary installationa facility for use of and control by armed forces
2S.SCHschoolbuilding(s) where instruction in one or more branches of knowledge takes place
2S.RKRYrookerya breeding place of a colony of birds or seals
1S.ARCHarcha natural or man-made structure in the form of an arch
1S.AGRFagricultural facilitya building and/or tract of land used for improving agriculture
1S.AIRFairfielda place on land where aircraft land and take off; no facilities provided for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo
1S.ADMFadministrative facilitya government building
1S.ANSancient sitea place where archeological remains, old structures, or cultural artifacts are located
1S.AIRQabandoned airfield
1S.SLCEsluicea conduit or passage for carrying off surplus water from a waterbody, usually regulated by means of a sluice gate
1S.CRRLcorral(s)a pen or enclosure for confining or capturing animals
1S.PMPWwater pumping stationa facility for pumping water from a major well or through a pipeline
1S.COMCcommunication centera facility, including buildings, antennae, towers and electronic equipment for receiving and transmitting information
1S.CTRSspace centera facility for launching, tracking, or controlling satellites and space vehicles
1S.CTRCMcommunity centera facility for community recreation and other activities
1S.MNQabandoned mine
1S.PMPOoil pumping stationa facility for pumping oil through a pipeline
1S.ESTestate(s)a large commercialized agricultural landholding with associated buildings and other facilities
1S.MLmill(s)a building housing machines for transforming, shaping, finishing, grinding, or extracting products
1S.MNCcoal mine(s)a mine where coal is extracted
1S.HSEhouse(s)a building used as a human habitation
1S.MLWTRwater milla mill powered by running water
1S.GDNgarden(s)an enclosure for displaying selected plant or animal life
1S.MNMTmonumenta commemorative structure or statue
1S.GOSPgas-oil separator planta facility for separating gas from oil
1S.PPQabandoned police post
1S.RSTNQabandoned railroad station
1S.OBSobservatorya facility equipped for observation of atmospheric or space phenomena
1S.QUAYquaya structure of solid construction along a shore or bank which provides berthing for ships and which generally provides cargo handling facilities
1S.TOWRtowera high conspicuous structure, typically much higher than its diameter
1S.TMBtomb(s)a structure for interring bodies
1S.WTRWwaterworksa facility for supplying potable water through a water source and a system of pumps and filtration beds
12.441 Total for S
Hypsographic Features (mountain,hill,rock,... )
5.606T.MTmountainan elevation standing high above the surrounding area with small summit area, steep slopes and local relief of 300m or more
2.716T.ISLislanda tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water
2.380T.CAPEcapea land area, more prominent than a point, projecting into the sea and marking a notable change in coastal direction
1.550T.HLLhilla rounded elevation of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m
1.210T.PTpointa tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape
1.069T.MTSmountainsa mountain range or a group of mountains or high ridges
356T.ISLSislandstracts of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water
354T.RKrocka conspicuous, isolated rocky mass
326T.PASSpassa break in a mountain range or other high obstruction, used for transportation from one side to the other [See also gap]
283T.RDGEridge(s)a long narrow elevation with steep sides, and a more or less continuous crest
253T.PENpeninsulaan elongate area of land projecting into a body of water and nearly surrounded by water
197T.SANDsand areaa tract of land covered with sand
193T.GRGEgorge(s)a short, narrow, steep-sided section of a stream valley
159T.MNDmound(s)a low, isolated, rounded hill
148T.VLCvolcanoa conical elevation composed of volcanic materials with a crater at the top
136T.VALvalleyan elongated depression usually traversed by a stream
115T.UPLDuplandan extensive interior region of high land with low to moderate surface relief
109T.HLLShillsrounded elevations of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m
74T.PKpeaka pointed elevation atop a mountain, ridge, or other hypsographic feature
71T.SPITspita narrow, straight or curved continuation of a beach into a waterbody
46T.CLFcliff(s)a high, steep to perpendicular slope overlooking a waterbody or lower area
42T.RKSrocksconspicuous, isolated rocky masses
39T.PLNplain(s)an extensive area of comparatively level to gently undulating land, lacking surface irregularities, and usually adjacent to a higher area
21T.ISTHisthmusa narrow strip of land connecting two larger land masses and bordered by water
16T.DPRdepression(s)a low area surrounded by higher land and usually characterized by interior drainage
14T.BARbara shallow ridge or mound of coarse unconsolidated material in a stream channel, at the mouth of a stream, estuary, or lagoon and in the wave-break zone along coasts
10T.SBEDdry stream beda channel formerly containing the water of a stream
8T.PLATplateauan elevated plain with steep slopes on one or more sides, and often with incised streams
2T.FORDforda shallow part of a stream which can be crossed on foot or by land vehicle
2T.BUTEbutte(s)a small, isolated, usually flat-topped hill with steep sides
2T.DLTAdeltaa flat plain formed by alluvial deposits at the mouth of a stream
2T.ISLTland-tied islanda coastal island connected to the mainland by barrier beaches, levees or dikes
2T.SLPslope(s)a surface with a relatively uniform slope angle
2T.SCRPescarpmenta long line of cliffs or steep slopes separating level surfaces above and below
1T.BCHbeacha shore zone of coarse unconsolidated sediment that extends from the low-water line to the highest reach of storm waves
1T.CRTRcrater(s)a generally circular saucer or bowl-shaped depression caused by volcanic or meteorite explosive action
1T.PKSpeakspointed elevations atop a mountain, ridge, or other hypsographic features
1T.DUNEdune(s)a wave form, ridge or star shape feature composed of sand
1T.TRRterracea long, narrow alluvial platform bounded by steeper slopes above and below, usually overlooking a waterbody
17.518 Total for T
Undersea Features (undersea)
19U.SHLUshoala surface-navigation hazard composed of unconsolidated material
2U.RFSUreefssurface-navigation hazards composed of consolidated material
2U.BKSUbankselevations, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for safe surface navigation
2U.TRGUtrougha long depression of the sea floor characteristically flat bottomed and steep sided, and normally shallower than a trench
2U.PLTUplateaua comparatively flat-topped feature of considerable extent, dropping off abruptly on one or more sides
1U.RISUrisea broad elevation that rises gently, and generally smoothly, from the sea floor
1U.RFUreefa surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material
1U.BNKUbankan elevation, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for safe surface navigation
1U.DEPUdeepa localized deep area within the confines of a larger feature, such as a trough, basin or trench
1U.TRNUtrencha long, narrow, characteristically very deep and asymmetrical depression of the sea floor, with relatively steep sides
1U.BSNUbasina depression more or less equidimensional in plan and of variable extent
1U.SHSUshoalshazards to surface navigation composed of unconsolidated material
1U.RDGUridgea long narrow elevation with steep sides
35 Total for U
Vegetation Features (forest,heath,...)
229V.FRSTforest(s)an area dominated by tree vegetation
8V.GRSLDgrasslandan area dominated by grass vegetation
7V.MDWmeadowa small, poorly drained area dominated by grassy vegetation
4V.TUNDtundraa marshy, treeless, high latitude plain, dominated by mosses, lichens, and low shrub vegetation under permafrost conditions
248 Total for V
249.516

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