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| Num. Names | Feature Class | Feature Code | Feature Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Boundary Features (country, state, region,...) | |||
| 11 | A.ADM1 | first-order administrative division | a primary administrative division of a country, such as a state in the United States |
| 1 | A.PCLI | independent political entity | |
| 12 | Total for A | ||
| Hydrographic Features (stream, lake, ...) | |||
| 34 | H.BAY | bay | a coastal indentation between two capes or headlands, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf |
| 30 | H.COVE | cove(s) | a small coastal indentation, smaller than a bay |
| 4 | H.STM | stream | a body of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land |
| 3 | H.SWMP | swamp | a wetland dominated by tree vegetation |
| 3 | H.RF | reef(s) | a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material |
| 3 | 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 |
| 2 | H.BGHT | bight(s) | an open body of water forming a slight recession in a coastline |
| 2 | H.BNK | bank(s) | an elevation, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for most surface navigation |
| 1 | H.RVN | ravine(s) | a small, narrow, deep, steep-sided stream channel, smaller than a gorge |
| 1 | H.PND | pond | a small standing waterbody |
| 1 | H.SPNG | spring(s) | a place where ground water flows naturally out of the ground |
| 1 | H.LKN | salt lake | an inland body of salt water with no outlet |
| 1 | H.FLTT | tidal flat(s) | a large flat area of mud or sand attached to the shore and alternately covered and uncovered by the tide |
| 1 | H.INLT | inlet | a 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, ...) | |||
| 10 | L.LCTY | locality | a minor area or place of unspecified or mixed character and indefinite boundaries |
| 3 | 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 |
| 1 | L.RGN | region | an area distinguished by one or more observable physical or cultural characteristics |
| 1 | L.INDS | industrial area | an area characterized by industrial activity |
| 17 | Total for L | ||
| Populated Place Features (city, village,...) | |||
| 524 | P.PPL | populated place | a city, town, village, or other agglomeration of buildings where people live and work |
| 33 | P.PPLX | section of populated place | |
| 16 | P.PPLL | populated locality | an area similar to a locality but with a small group of dwellings or other buildings |
| 9 | P.PPLA | seat of a first-order administrative division | seat of a first-order administrative division (PPLC takes precedence over PPLA) |
| 1 | P.PPLC | capital of a political entity | |
| 1 | P.PPLH | historical populated place | a populated place that no longer exists |
| 584 | Total for P | ||
| Road / Railroad Features (road, railroad ) | |||
| 1 | R.RD | road | an open way with improved surface for transportation of animals, people and vehicles |
| 1 | Total for R | ||
| Spot Features (spot, building, farm) | |||
| 134 | S.HTL | hotel | a building providing lodging and/or meals for the public |
| 49 | S.EST | estate(s) | a large commercialized agricultural landholding with associated buildings and other facilities |
| 37 | S.CH | church | a building for public Christian worship |
| 13 | S.SCH | school | building(s) where instruction in one or more branches of knowledge takes place |
| 9 | S.HSE | house(s) | a building used as a human habitation |
| 9 | S.RSTN | railroad station | a facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading train passengers and freight |
| 6 | S.MFG | factory | one or more buildings where goods are manufactured, processed or fabricated |
| 4 | S.RECG | golf course | a recreation field where golf is played |
| 4 | S.MUS | museum | a building where objects of permanent interest in one or more of the arts and sciences are preserved and exhibited |
| 4 | S.LTHSE | lighthouse | a distinctive structure exhibiting a major navigation light |
| 3 | S.HSP | hospital | a building in which sick or injured, especially those confined to bed, are medically treated |
| 3 | S.SCHC | college | the grounds and buildings of an institution of higher learning |
| 3 | S.AGRF | agricultural facility | a building and/or tract of land used for improving agriculture |
| 2 | S.PMPW | water pumping station | a facility for pumping water from a major well or through a pipeline |
| 2 | S.THTR | theater | a building or outdoor area used for live theatrical presentations, concerts, opera or dance productions, cinema, and/or other stage productions |
| 2 | S.ATHF | athletic field | a tract of land used for playing team sports, and athletic track and field events |
| 2 | S.BDG | bridge | a structure erected across an obstacle such as a stream, road, etc., in order to carry roads, railroads, and pedestrians across |
| 2 | S.BUSTN | bus station | a facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading passengers |
| 1 | S.RHSE | resthouse | a structure maintained for the rest and shelter of travelers |
| 1 | S.RSRT | resort | a specialized facility for vacation, health, or participation sports activities |
| 1 | S.RUIN | ruin(s) | a destroyed or decayed structure which is no longer functional |
| 1 | S.STDM | stadium | a structure with an enclosure for athletic games with tiers of seats for spectators |
| 1 | S.STNF | forest station | a collection of buildings and facilities for carrying out forest management |
| 1 | S.TOWR | tower | a high conspicuous structure, typically much higher than its diameter |
| 1 | S.STNS | satellite station | a facility for tracking and communicating with orbiting satellites |
| 1 | S.AIRH | heliport | a place where helicopters land and take off |
| 1 | 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 |
| 1 | S.BCN | beacon | a fixed artificial navigation mark |
| 1 | S.BLDG | building(s) | a structure built for permanent use, as a house, factory, etc. |
| 1 | S.CAVE | cave(s) | an underground passageway or chamber, or cavity on the side of a cliff |
| 1 | S.CMTY | cemetery | a burial place or ground |
| 1 | S.FRM | farm | a tract of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture |
| 1 | S.FT | fort | a defensive structure or earthworks |
| 1 | S.GDN | garden(s) | an enclosure for displaying selected plant or animal life |
| 1 | S.HSTS | historical site | a place of historical importance |
| 1 | S.MALL | mall | A large, often enclosed shopping complex containing various stores, businesses, and restaurants usually accessible by common passageways. |
| 1 | S.ML | mill(s) | a building housing machines for transforming, shaping, finishing, grinding, or extracting products |
| 1 | S.MNMT | monument | a commemorative structure or statue |
| 1 | S.PAL | palace | a large stately house, often a royal or presidential residence |
| 1 | S.PIER | pier | a structure built out into navigable water on piles providing berthing for ships and recreation |
| 1 | S.RECR | racetrack | a track where races are held |
| 311 | Total for S | ||
| Hypsographic Features (mountain,hill,rock,... ) | |||
| 32 | T.PT | point | a tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape |
| 10 | T.HLL | hill | a rounded elevation of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m |
| 10 | T.BCH | beach | a shore zone of coarse unconsolidated sediment that extends from the low-water line to the highest reach of storm waves |
| 8 | T.RK | rock | a conspicuous, isolated rocky mass |
| 3 | T.ISL | island | a tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
| 2 | T.CLF | cliff(s) | a high, steep to perpendicular slope overlooking a waterbody or lower area |
| 2 | T.MT | mountain | an elevation standing high above the surrounding area with small summit area, steep slopes and local relief of 300m or more |
| 1 | T.VAL | valley | an elongated depression usually traversed by a stream |
| 1 | T.CAPE | cape | a land area, more prominent than a point, projecting into the sea and marking a notable change in coastal direction |
| 1 | T.RDGE | ridge(s) | a long narrow elevation with steep sides, and a more or less continuous crest |
| 1 | T.RKS | rocks | conspicuous, isolated rocky masses |
| 71 | Total for T | ||
| Vegetation Features (forest,heath,...) | |||
| 1 | V.FRST | forest(s) | an area dominated by tree vegetation |
| 1 | Total for V | ||
| 1,084 | |||
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