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| Num. Names | Feature Class | Feature Code | Feature Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Boundary Features (country, state, region,...) | |||
| 894 | A.ADM2 | second-order administrative division | a subdivision of a second-order administrative division |
| 77 | A.ADM1 | first-order administrative division | a primary administrative division of a country, such as a state in the United States |
| 21 | A.ADMD | administrative division | an administrative division of a country, undifferentiated as to administrative level |
| 16 | A.ADM3 | third-order administrative division | a subdivision of a third-order administrative division |
| 1 | A.PCLI | independent political entity | |
| 1 | A.null | ||
| 1.010 | Total for A | ||
| Hydrographic Features (stream, lake, ...) | |||
| 9.846 | H.STMI | intermittent stream | |
| 6.804 | H.STM | stream | a body of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land |
| 3.715 | H.PND | pond | a small standing waterbody |
| 1.314 | H.CNL | canal | an artificial watercourse |
| 1.260 | H.RSV | reservoir(s) | an artificial pond or lake |
| 730 | H.MRSH | marsh(es) | a wetland dominated by grass-like vegetation |
| 292 | H.BAY | bay | a coastal indentation between two capes or headlands, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf |
| 269 | H.PNDI | intermittent pond | |
| 182 | H.CRKT | tidal creek(s) | a meandering channel in a coastal wetland subject to bi-directional tidal currents |
| 109 | H.FLLS | waterfall(s) | a perpendicular or very steep descent of the water of a stream |
| 86 | H.SWMP | swamp | a wetland dominated by tree vegetation |
| 65 | H.LK | lake | a large inland body of standing water |
| 54 | H.RPDS | rapids | a turbulent section of a stream associated with a steep, irregular stream bed |
| 25 | H.ESTY | estuary | a funnel-shaped stream mouth or embayment where fresh water mixes with sea water under tidal influences |
| 24 | H.CHNM | marine channel | that part of a body of water deep enough for navigation through an area otherwise not suitable |
| 21 | H.STMD | distributary(-ies) | a branch which flows away from the main stream, as in a delta or irrigation canal |
| 18 | H.SHOL | shoal(s) | a surface-navigation hazard composed of unconsolidated material |
| 17 | H.STMX | section of stream | |
| 13 | H.CNLN | navigation canal(s) | a watercourse constructed for navigation of vessels |
| 11 | H.STMC | canalized stream | a stream that has been substantially ditched, diked, or straightened |
| 8 | H.LKI | intermittent lake | |
| 8 | H.STMA | anabranch | a diverging branch flowing out of a main stream and rejoining it downstream |
| 6 | H.COVE | cove(s) | a small coastal indentation, smaller than a bay |
| 6 | H.LGN | lagoon | a shallow coastal waterbody, completely or partly separated from a larger body of water by a barrier island, coral reef or other depositional feature |
| 5 | H.STMM | stream mouth(s) | a place where a stream discharges into a lagoon, lake, or the sea |
| 4 | H.SEA | sea | a large body of salt water more or less confined by continuous land or chains of islands forming a subdivision of an ocean |
| 4 | H.SPNG | spring(s) | a place where ground water flows naturally out of the ground |
| 3 | H.CHN | channel | the deepest part of a stream, bay, lagoon, or strait, through which the main current flows |
| 2 | H.BGHT | bight(s) | an open body of water forming a slight recession in a coastline |
| 2 | H.SD | sound | a long arm of the sea forming a channel between the mainland and an island or islands; or connecting two larger bodies of water |
| 2 | H.ANCH | anchorage | an area where vessels may anchor |
| 2 | H.STMIX | section of intermittent stream | |
| 2 | H.RSVI | intermittent reservoir | |
| 2 | H.STMB | stream bend | a conspicuously curved or bent segment of a stream |
| 1 | H.HBR | harbor(s) | a haven or space of deep water so sheltered by the adjacent land as to afford a safe anchorage for ships |
| 1 | H.PNDS | ponds | small standing waterbodies |
| 1 | H.INLT | inlet | a narrow waterway extending into the land, or connecting a bay or lagoon with a larger body of water |
| 1 | H.CNLI | irrigation canal | a canal which serves as a main conduit for irrigation water |
| 24.915 | Total for H | ||
| Area Features (parks,area, ...) | |||
| 8 | L.PRT | port | a place provided with terminal and transfer facilities for loading and discharging waterborne cargo or passengers, usually located in a harbor |
| 6 | L.PRK | park | an area, often of forested land, maintained as a place of beauty, or for recreation |
| 2 | L.RESN | nature reserve | an area reserved for the maintenance of a natural habitat |
| 2 | L.RESW | wildlife reserve | a tract of public land reserved for the preservation of wildlife |
| 1 | L.CNS | concession area | a lease of land by a government for economic development, e.g., mining, forestry |
| 1 | L.RESF | forest reserve | a forested area set aside for preservation or controlled use |
| 1 | L.AREA | area | a tract of land without homogeneous character or boundaries |
| 1 | L.NVB | naval base | an area used to store supplies, provide barracks for troops and naval personnel, a port for naval vessels, and from which operations are initiated |
| 22 | Total for L | ||
| Populated Place Features (city, village,...) | |||
| 46.418 | P.PPL | populated place | a city, town, village, or other agglomeration of buildings where people live and work |
| 899 | P.PPLA2 | seat of a second-order administrative division | |
| 75 | P.PPLA | seat of a first-order administrative division | seat of a first-order administrative division (PPLC takes precedence over PPLA) |
| 5 | P.PPLX | section of populated place | |
| 5 | P.PPLA3 | seat of a third-order administrative division | |
| 2 | P.PPLL | populated locality | an area similar to a locality but with a small group of dwellings or other buildings |
| 2 | P.PPLR | religious populated place | a populated place whose population is largely engaged in religious occupations |
| 2 | P.null | ||
| 1 | P.PPLC | capital of a political entity | |
| 1 | P.PPLS | populated places | cities, towns, villages, or other agglomerations of buildings where people live and work |
| 47.410 | Total for P | ||
| Road / Railroad Features (road, railroad ) | |||
| 37 | R.RD | road | an open way with improved surface for transportation of animals, people and vehicles |
| 23 | R.TRL | trail | a path, track, or route used by pedestrians, animals, or off-road vehicles |
| 17 | R.RR | railroad | a permanent twin steel-rail track on which freight and passenger cars move long distances |
| 9 | R.RDJCT | road junction | a place where two or more roads join |
| 2 | R.RJCT | railroad junction | a place where two or more railroad tracks join |
| 1 | R.TNLRR | railroad tunnel | a tunnel through which a railroad passes |
| 1 | R.TNL | tunnel | a subterranean passageway for transportation |
| 1 | R.RYD | railroad yard | a system of tracks used for the making up of trains, and switching and storing freight cars |
| 91 | Total for R | ||
| Spot Features (spot, building, farm) | |||
| 14.137 | S.MSTY | monastery | a building and grounds where a community of monks lives in seclusion |
| 13.962 | S.SCH | school | building(s) where instruction in one or more branches of knowledge takes place |
| 2.770 | S.HSPD | dispensary | a building where medical or dental aid is dispensed |
| 2.239 | S.MSQE | mosque | a building for public Islamic worship |
| 1.485 | S.HTL | hotel | a building providing lodging and/or meals for the public |
| 1.348 | S.CTRR | religious center | a facility where more than one religious activity is carried out, e.g., retreat, school, monastery, worship |
| 443 | S.HSP | hospital | a building in which sick or injured, especially those confined to bed, are medically treated |
| 417 | S.CH | church | a building for public Christian worship |
| 404 | S.RSTN | railroad station | a facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading train passengers and freight |
| 319 | S.SHRN | shrine | a structure or place memorializing a person or religious concept |
| 202 | S.PGDA | pagoda | a tower-like storied structure, usually a Buddhist shrine |
| 145 | S.SCHC | college | the grounds and buildings of an institution of higher learning |
| 111 | S.PP | police post | a building in which police are stationed |
| 87 | S.AIRF | airfield | a place on land where aircraft land and take off; no facilities provided for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo |
| 78 | S.SCHM | military school | a school at which military science forms the core of the curriculum |
| 66 | S.SCHT | technical school | post-secondary school with a specifically technical or vocational curriculum |
| 45 | S.AIRP | airport | a place where aircraft regularly land and take off, with runways, navigational aids, and major facilities for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo |
| 45 | S.DAM | dam | a barrier constructed across a stream to impound water |
| 31 | S.BLDG | building(s) | a structure built for permanent use, as a house, factory, etc. |
| 31 | S.RSRT | resort | a specialized facility for vacation, health, or participation sports activities |
| 21 | S.PIER | pier | a structure built out into navigable water on piles providing berthing for ships and recreation |
| 18 | S.AIRQ | abandoned airfield | |
| 18 | S.CMP | camp(s) | a site occupied by tents, huts, or other shelters for temporary use |
| 15 | S.PAL | palace | a large stately house, often a royal or presidential residence |
| 15 | S.PO | post office | a public building in which mail is received, sorted and distributed |
| 15 | S.TMPL | temple(s) | an edifice dedicated to religious worship |
| 14 | S.MN | mine(s) | a site where mineral ores are extracted from the ground by excavating surface pits and subterranean passages |
| 12 | S.CMPRF | refugee camp | a camp used by refugees |
| 10 | S.ADMF | administrative facility | a government building |
| 10 | S.HSE | house(s) | a building used as a human habitation |
| 10 | S.STNS | satellite station | a facility for tracking and communicating with orbiting satellites |
| 9 | S.RECG | golf course | a recreation field where golf is played |
| 9 | S.PRKHQ | park headquarters | a park administrative facility |
| 8 | S.null | ||
| 8 | S.CAVE | cave(s) | an underground passageway or chamber, or cavity on the side of a cliff |
| 8 | S.STNM | meteorological station | a station at which weather elements are recorded |
| 7 | S.MNMT | monument | a commemorative structure or statue |
| 6 | S.REST | restaurant | A place where meals are served to the public |
| 5 | S.FT | fort | a defensive structure or earthworks |
| 5 | S.PS | power station | a facility for generating electric power |
| 4 | S.LTHSE | lighthouse | a distinctive structure exhibiting a major navigation light |
| 4 | S.RHSE | resthouse | a structure maintained for the rest and shelter of travelers |
| 4 | S.STNF | forest station | a collection of buildings and facilities for carrying out forest management |
| 3 | S.BDG | bridge | a structure erected across an obstacle such as a stream, road, etc., in order to carry roads, railroads, and pedestrians across |
| 3 | S.MALL | mall | A large, often enclosed shopping complex containing various stores, businesses, and restaurants usually accessible by common passageways. |
| 3 | S.CMTY | cemetery | a burial place or ground |
| 3 | S.BANK | bank | A business establishment in which money is kept for saving or commercial purposes or is invested, supplied for loans, or exchanged. |
| 3 | S.MKT | market | a place where goods are bought and sold at regular intervals |
| 3 | S.PRN | prison | a facility for confining prisoners |
| 2 | S.AIRB | airbase | an area used to store supplies, provide barracks for air force personnel, hangars and runways for aircraft, and from which operations are initiated |
| 2 | S.ATHF | athletic field | a tract of land used for playing team sports, and athletic track and field events |
| 2 | S.BUSTN | bus station | a facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading passengers |
| 2 | S.AGRF | agricultural facility | a building and/or tract of land used for improving agriculture |
| 2 | S.FCL | facility | a building or buildings housing a center, institute, foundation, hospital, prison, mission, courthouse, etc. |
| 2 | S.CTRCM | community center | a facility for community recreation and other activities |
| 2 | S.HSPC | clinic | a medical facility associated with a hospital for outpatients |
| 2 | S.STDM | stadium | a structure with an enclosure for athletic games with tiers of seats for spectators |
| 1 | S.RUIN | ruin(s) | a destroyed or decayed structure which is no longer functional |
| 1 | S.HSEC | country house | a large house, mansion, or chateau, on a large estate |
| 1 | S.GHSE | guest house | a house used to provide lodging for paying guests |
| 1 | S.RLG | religious site | an ancient site of significant religious importance |
| 1 | S.BP | boundary marker | a fixture marking a point along a boundary |
| 1 | S.DIKE | dike | an earth or stone embankment usually constructed for flood or stream control |
| 1 | S.COMC | communication center | a facility, including buildings, antennae, towers and electronic equipment for receiving and transmitting information |
| 1 | S.PSTC | customs post | a building at an international boundary where customs and duties are paid on goods |
| 1 | S.MAR | marina | a harbor facility for small boats, yachts, etc. |
| 1 | S.WRCK | wreck | the site of the remains of a wrecked vessel |
| 1 | S.PMPO | oil pumping station | a facility for pumping oil through a pipeline |
| 1 | S.WTRW | waterworks | a facility for supplying potable water through a water source and a system of pumps and filtration beds |
| 1 | S.MLSW | sawmill | a mill where logs or lumber are sawn to specified shapes and sizes |
| 1 | S.MFG | factory | one or more buildings where goods are manufactured, processed or fabricated |
| 1 | S.GDN | garden(s) | an enclosure for displaying selected plant or animal life |
| 1 | S.MNQ | abandoned mine | |
| 1 | S.MUS | museum | a building where objects of permanent interest in one or more of the arts and sciences are preserved and exhibited |
| 1 | S.PSTB | border post | a post or station at an international boundary for the regulation of movement of people and goods |
| 1 | S.TOWR | tower | a high conspicuous structure, typically much higher than its diameter |
| 1 | S.USGE | united states government establishment | a facility operated by the United States Government in Panama |
| 38.654 | Total for S | ||
| Hypsographic Features (mountain,hill,rock,... ) | |||
| 4.276 | T.MT | mountain | an elevation standing high above the surrounding area with small summit area, steep slopes and local relief of 300m or more |
| 2.733 | T.HLL | hill | a rounded elevation of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m |
| 877 | T.ISL | island | a tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
| 374 | T.PT | point | a tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape |
| 130 | T.PASS | pass | a break in a mountain range or other high obstruction, used for transportation from one side to the other [See also gap] |
| 126 | T.RK | rock | a conspicuous, isolated rocky mass |
| 78 | T.BCH | beach | a shore zone of coarse unconsolidated sediment that extends from the low-water line to the highest reach of storm waves |
| 45 | T.PK | peak | a pointed elevation atop a mountain, ridge, or other hypsographic feature |
| 21 | T.RDGE | ridge(s) | a long narrow elevation with steep sides, and a more or less continuous crest |
| 20 | T.MTS | mountains | a mountain range or a group of mountains or high ridges |
| 15 | T.CAPE | cape | a land area, more prominent than a point, projecting into the sea and marking a notable change in coastal direction |
| 12 | T.BAR | bar | a 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 |
| 11 | T.RKS | rocks | conspicuous, isolated rocky masses |
| 9 | T.ISLS | islands | tracts of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
| 6 | T.CLF | cliff(s) | a high, steep to perpendicular slope overlooking a waterbody or lower area |
| 4 | T.PLAT | plateau | an elevated plain with steep slopes on one or more sides, and often with incised streams |
| 4 | T.PEN | peninsula | an elongate area of land projecting into a body of water and nearly surrounded by water |
| 3 | T.HLLS | hills | rounded elevations of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m |
| 2 | T.HDLD | headland | a high projection of land extending into a large body of water beyond the line of the coast |
| 1 | T.PROM | promontory(-ies) | a bluff or prominent hill overlooking or projecting into a lowland |
| 1 | T.FORD | ford | a shallow part of a stream which can be crossed on foot or by land vehicle |
| 1 | T.SCRP | escarpment | a long line of cliffs or steep slopes separating level surfaces above and below |
| 1 | T.SPUR | spur(s) | a subordinate ridge projecting outward from a hill, mountain or other elevation |
| 1 | T.CNYN | canyon | a deep, narrow valley with steep sides cutting into a plateau or mountainous area |
| 1 | T.GRGE | gorge(s) | a short, narrow, steep-sided section of a stream valley |
| 1 | T.ISTH | isthmus | a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land masses and bordered by water |
| 8.753 | Total for T | ||
| Undersea Features (undersea) | |||
| 6 | U.PLNU | plain | a flat, gently sloping or nearly level region |
| 1 | U.RFU | reef | a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material |
| 7 | Total for U | ||
| Vegetation Features (forest,heath,...) | |||
| 21 | V.FRST | forest(s) | an area dominated by tree vegetation |
| 2 | V.MDW | meadow | a small, poorly drained area dominated by grassy vegetation |
| 23 | Total for V | ||
| 120.885 | |||
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