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Feature Statistic Barbados

Num. NamesFeature ClassFeature CodeFeature Description
Administrative Boundary Features (country, state, region,...)
11A.ADM1first-order administrative divisiona primary administrative division of a country, such as a state in the United States
1A.PCLIindependent political entity
12 Total for A
Hydrographic Features (stream, lake, ...)
34H.BAYbaya coastal indentation between two capes or headlands, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
30H.COVEcove(s)a small coastal indentation, smaller than a bay
4H.STMstreama body of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land
3H.SWMPswampa wetland dominated by tree vegetation
3H.RFreef(s)a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material
3H.HBRharbor(s)a haven or space of deep water so sheltered by the adjacent land as to afford a safe anchorage for ships
2H.BGHTbight(s)an open body of water forming a slight recession in a coastline
2H.BNKbank(s)an elevation, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for most surface navigation
1H.RVNravine(s)a small, narrow, deep, steep-sided stream channel, smaller than a gorge
1H.PNDponda small standing waterbody
1H.SPNGspring(s)a place where ground water flows naturally out of the ground
1H.LKNsalt lakean inland body of salt water with no outlet
1H.FLTTtidal flat(s)a large flat area of mud or sand attached to the shore and alternately covered and uncovered by the tide
1H.INLTinleta narrow waterway extending into the land, or connecting a bay or lagoon with a larger body of water
87 Total for H
Area Features (parks,area, ...)
10L.LCTYlocalitya minor area or place of unspecified or mixed character and indefinite boundaries
3L.PRKparkan area, often of forested land, maintained as a place of beauty, or for recreation
2L.RESNnature reservean area reserved for the maintenance of a natural habitat
1L.RGNregionan area distinguished by one or more observable physical or cultural characteristics
1L.INDSindustrial areaan area characterized by industrial activity
17 Total for L
Populated Place Features (city, village,...)
524P.PPLpopulated placea city, town, village, or other agglomeration of buildings where people live and work
33P.PPLXsection of populated place
16P.PPLLpopulated localityan area similar to a locality but with a small group of dwellings or other buildings
9P.PPLAseat of a first-order administrative divisionseat of a first-order administrative division (PPLC takes precedence over PPLA)
1P.PPLCcapital of a political entity
1P.PPLHhistorical populated placea populated place that no longer exists
584 Total for P
Road / Railroad Features (road, railroad )
1R.RDroadan open way with improved surface for transportation of animals, people and vehicles
1 Total for R
Spot Features (spot, building, farm)
134S.HTLhotela building providing lodging and/or meals for the public
49S.ESTestate(s)a large commercialized agricultural landholding with associated buildings and other facilities
37S.CHchurcha building for public Christian worship
13S.SCHschoolbuilding(s) where instruction in one or more branches of knowledge takes place
9S.HSEhouse(s)a building used as a human habitation
9S.RSTNrailroad stationa facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading train passengers and freight
6S.MFGfactoryone or more buildings where goods are manufactured, processed or fabricated
4S.RECGgolf coursea recreation field where golf is played
4S.MUSmuseuma building where objects of permanent interest in one or more of the arts and sciences are preserved and exhibited
4S.LTHSElighthousea distinctive structure exhibiting a major navigation light
3S.HSPhospitala building in which sick or injured, especially those confined to bed, are medically treated
3S.SCHCcollegethe grounds and buildings of an institution of higher learning
3S.AGRFagricultural facilitya building and/or tract of land used for improving agriculture
2S.PMPWwater pumping stationa facility for pumping water from a major well or through a pipeline
2S.THTRtheatera building or outdoor area used for live theatrical presentations, concerts, opera or dance productions, cinema, and/or other stage productions
2S.ATHFathletic fielda tract of land used for playing team sports, and athletic track and field events
2S.BDGbridgea structure erected across an obstacle such as a stream, road, etc., in order to carry roads, railroads, and pedestrians across
2S.BUSTNbus stationa facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading passengers
1S.RHSEresthousea structure maintained for the rest and shelter of travelers
1S.RSRTresorta specialized facility for vacation, health, or participation sports activities
1S.RUINruin(s)a destroyed or decayed structure which is no longer functional
1S.STDMstadiuma structure with an enclosure for athletic games with tiers of seats for spectators
1S.STNFforest stationa collection of buildings and facilities for carrying out forest management
1S.TOWRtowera high conspicuous structure, typically much higher than its diameter
1S.STNSsatellite stationa facility for tracking and communicating with orbiting satellites
1S.AIRHheliporta place where helicopters land and take off
1S.AIRPairporta place where aircraft regularly land and take off, with runways, navigational aids, and major facilities for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo
1S.BCNbeacona fixed artificial navigation mark
1S.BLDGbuilding(s)a structure built for permanent use, as a house, factory, etc.
1S.CAVEcave(s)an underground passageway or chamber, or cavity on the side of a cliff
1S.CMTYcemeterya burial place or ground
1S.FRMfarma tract of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture
1S.FTforta defensive structure or earthworks
1S.GDNgarden(s)an enclosure for displaying selected plant or animal life
1S.HSTShistorical sitea place of historical importance
1S.MALLmallA large, often enclosed shopping complex containing various stores, businesses, and restaurants usually accessible by common passageways.
1S.MLmill(s)a building housing machines for transforming, shaping, finishing, grinding, or extracting products
1S.MNMTmonumenta commemorative structure or statue
1S.PALpalacea large stately house, often a royal or presidential residence
1S.PIERpiera structure built out into navigable water on piles providing berthing for ships and recreation
1S.RECRracetracka track where races are held
311 Total for S
Hypsographic Features (mountain,hill,rock,... )
32T.PTpointa tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape
10T.HLLhilla rounded elevation of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m
10T.BCHbeacha shore zone of coarse unconsolidated sediment that extends from the low-water line to the highest reach of storm waves
8T.RKrocka conspicuous, isolated rocky mass
3T.ISLislanda tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water
2T.CLFcliff(s)a high, steep to perpendicular slope overlooking a waterbody or lower area
2T.MTmountainan elevation standing high above the surrounding area with small summit area, steep slopes and local relief of 300m or more
1T.VALvalleyan elongated depression usually traversed by a stream
1T.CAPEcapea land area, more prominent than a point, projecting into the sea and marking a notable change in coastal direction
1T.RDGEridge(s)a long narrow elevation with steep sides, and a more or less continuous crest
1T.RKSrocksconspicuous, isolated rocky masses
71 Total for T
Vegetation Features (forest,heath,...)
1V.FRSTforest(s)an area dominated by tree vegetation
1 Total for V
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