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| Num. Names | Feature Class | Feature Code | Feature Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Boundary Features (country, state, region,...) | |||
| 47 | A.ADM2 | second-order administrative division | a subdivision of a first-order administrative division |
| 14 | A.ADM1 | first-order administrative division | a primary administrative division of a country, such as a state in the United States |
| 1 | A.ADM3 | third-order administrative division | a subdivision of a second-order administrative division |
| 1 | A.ADM1H | historical first-order administrative division | a former first-order administrative division |
| 1 | A.PCLI | independent political entity | |
| 64 | Total for A | ||
| Hydrographic Features (stream, lake, ...) | |||
| 676 | H.STMI | intermittent stream | |
| 428 | H.WTRH | waterhole(s) | a natural hole, hollow, or small depression that contains water, used by man and animals, especially in arid areas |
| 59 | H.PNDI | intermittent pond | |
| 43 | H.BAY | bay | a coastal indentation between two capes or headlands, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf |
| 19 | H.RSV | reservoir(s) | an artificial pond or lake |
| 19 | H.STM | stream | a body of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land |
| 16 | H.WLL | well | a 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 |
| 14 | H.WTLDI | intermittent wetland | |
| 13 | H.RF | reef(s) | a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material |
| 10 | H.MRSH | marsh(es) | a wetland dominated by grass-like vegetation |
| 7 | H.STMM | stream mouth(s) | a place where a stream discharges into a lagoon, lake, or the sea |
| 4 | H.RPDS | rapids | a turbulent section of a stream associated with a steep, irregular stream bed |
| 4 | H.SPNG | spring(s) | a place where ground water flows naturally out of the ground |
| 4 | H.RVN | ravine(s) | a small, narrow, deep, steep-sided stream channel, smaller than a gorge |
| 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.FLLS | waterfall(s) | a perpendicular or very steep descent of the water of a stream |
| 2 | H.COVE | cove(s) | a small coastal indentation, smaller than a bay |
| 2 | H.LK | lake | a large inland body of standing water |
| 2 | H.RDST | roadstead | an open anchorage affording less protection than a harbor |
| 1 | H.AIRS | seaplane landing area | a place on a waterbody where floatplanes land and take off |
| 1 | H.SHOL | shoal(s) | a surface-navigation hazard composed of unconsolidated material |
| 1 | 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 |
| 1 | H.STMA | anabranch | a diverging branch flowing out of a main stream and rejoining it downstream |
| 1 | H.STMC | canalized stream | a stream that has been substantially ditched, diked, or straightened |
| 1 | H.STMD | distributary(-ies) | a branch which flows away from the main stream, as in a delta or irrigation canal |
| 1 | H.CHNM | marine channel | that part of a body of water deep enough for navigation through an area otherwise not suitable |
| 1 | H.SWMP | swamp | a wetland dominated by tree vegetation |
| 1 | H.SYSI | irrigation system | a network of ditches and one or more of the following elements: water supply, reservoir, canal, pump, well, drain, etc. |
| 1,336 | Total for H | ||
| Area Features (parks,area, ...) | |||
| 68 | L.LCTY | locality | a minor area or place of unspecified or mixed character and indefinite boundaries |
| 52 | L.AREA | area | a tract of land without homogeneous character or boundaries |
| 12 | L.PRK | park | an area, often of forested land, maintained as a place of beauty, or for recreation |
| 10 | L.RGN | region | an area distinguished by one or more observable physical or cultural characteristics |
| 6 | L.RESW | wildlife reserve | a tract of public land reserved for the preservation of wildlife |
| 4 | L.RESN | nature reserve | an area reserved for the maintenance of a natural habitat |
| 2 | L.RES | reserve | a tract of public land reserved for future use or restricted as to use |
| 2 | L.CNS | concession area | a lease of land by a government for economic development, e.g., mining, forestry |
| 1 | L.RESA | agricultural reserve | a tract of land reserved for agricultural reclamation and/or development |
| 1 | L.CST | coast | a zone of variable width straddling the shoreline |
| 1 | L.SALT | salt area | a shallow basin or flat where salt accumulates after periodic inundation |
| 159 | Total for L | ||
| Populated Place Features (city, village,...) | |||
| 2,028 | P.PPL | populated place | a city, town, village, or other agglomeration of buildings where people live and work |
| 28 | P.PPLX | section of populated place | |
| 13 | P.PPLA | seat of a first-order administrative division | seat of a first-order administrative division (PPLC takes precedence over PPLA) |
| 12 | P.PPLL | populated locality | an area similar to a locality but with a small group of dwellings or other buildings |
| 4 | P.PPLQ | abandoned populated place | |
| 1 | P.PPLF | farm village | a populated place where the population is largely engaged in agricultural activities |
| 1 | P.PPLC | capital of a political entity | |
| 1 | P.PPLA2 | seat of a second-order administrative division | |
| 2,088 | Total for P | ||
| Road / Railroad Features (road, railroad ) | |||
| 2 | R.RD | road | an open way with improved surface for transportation of animals, people and vehicles |
| 1 | R.RDJCT | road junction | a place where two or more roads join |
| 1 | R.RRQ | abandoned railroad | |
| 1 | R.ST | street | a paved urban thoroughfare |
| 5 | Total for R | ||
| Spot Features (spot, building, farm) | |||
| 2,704 | S.FRM | farm | a tract of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture |
| 145 | S.RSD | railroad siding | a short track parallel to and joining the main track |
| 131 | S.HTL | hotel | a building providing lodging and/or meals for the public |
| 34 | S.MN | mine(s) | a site where mineral ores are extracted from the ground by excavating surface pits and subterranean passages |
| 32 | S.AIRF | airfield | a place on land where aircraft land and take off; no facilities provided for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo |
| 31 | 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 |
| 24 | S.CMPQ | abandoned camp | |
| 18 | S.FRMT | farmstead | the buildings and adjacent service areas of a farm |
| 17 | S.PSTB | border post | a post or station at an international boundary for the regulation of movement of people and goods |
| 16 | S.RSTN | railroad station | a facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading train passengers and freight |
| 13 | S.MNMT | monument | a commemorative structure or statue |
| 11 | S.MSSN | mission | a place characterized by dwellings, school, church, hospital and other facilities operated by a religious group for the purpose of providing charitable services and to propagate religion |
| 10 | S.BCN | beacon | a fixed artificial navigation mark |
| 8 | S.SCH | school | building(s) where instruction in one or more branches of knowledge takes place |
| 8 | S.MALL | mall | A large, often enclosed shopping complex containing various stores, businesses, and restaurants usually accessible by common passageways. |
| 5 | S.AGRF | agricultural facility | a building and/or tract of land used for improving agriculture |
| 5 | S.BLDG | building(s) | a structure built for permanent use, as a house, factory, etc. |
| 5 | 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.CH | church | a building for public Christian worship |
| 4 | S.HSP | hospital | a building in which sick or injured, especially those confined to bed, are medically treated |
| 4 | S.LTHSE | lighthouse | a distinctive structure exhibiting a major navigation light |
| 4 | S.TRIG | triangulation station | a point on the earth whose position has been determined by triangulation |
| 3 | S.TOWR | tower | a high conspicuous structure, typically much higher than its diameter |
| 3 | S.PS | power station | a facility for generating electric power |
| 3 | S.STDM | stadium | a structure with an enclosure for athletic games with tiers of seats for spectators |
| 3 | S.CMP | camp(s) | a site occupied by tents, huts, or other shelters for temporary use |
| 3 | S.PIER | pier | a structure built out into navigable water on piles providing berthing for ships and recreation |
| 3 | S.MNQ | abandoned mine | |
| 2 | S.ZOO | zoo | a zoological garden or park where wild animals are kept for exhibition |
| 2 | S.ANS | archaeological/prehistoric site | a place where archeological remains, old structures, or cultural artifacts are located |
| 2 | S.ATHF | athletic field | a tract of land used for playing team sports, and athletic track and field events |
| 2 | S.CSTL | castle | a large fortified building or set of buildings |
| 2 | S.FCL | facility | a building or buildings housing a center, institute, foundation, hospital, prison, mission, courthouse, etc. |
| 2 | S.AIRQ | abandoned airfield | |
| 2 | S.FT | fort | a defensive structure or earthworks |
| 2 | S.GDN | garden(s) | an enclosure for displaying selected plant or animal life |
| 2 | S.HSTS | historical site | a place of historical importance |
| 2 | S.ITTR | research institute | a facility where research is carried out |
| 2 | S.MKT | market | a place where goods are bought and sold at regular intervals |
| 2 | S.PP | police post | a building in which police are stationed |
| 2 | S.RSRT | resort | a specialized facility for vacation, health, or participation sports activities |
| 2 | S.RUIN | ruin(s) | a destroyed or decayed structure which is no longer functional |
| 2 | S.SHSE | storehouse | a building for storing goods, especially provisions |
| 2 | S.STNM | meteorological station | a station at which weather elements are recorded |
| 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 |
| 1 | S.FRMS | farms | tracts of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture |
| 1 | S.RECG | golf course | a recreation field where golf is played |
| 1 | S.OBPT | observation point | a wildlife or scenic observation point |
| 1 | S.CMTY | cemetery | a burial place or ground |
| 1 | S.DAM | dam | a barrier constructed across a stream to impound water |
| 1 | S.PAL | palace | a large stately house, often a royal or presidential residence |
| 1 | S.STNF | forest station | a collection of buildings and facilities for carrying out forest management |
| 1 | S.UNIV | university | An institution for higher learning with teaching and research facilities constituting a graduate school and professional schools that award master's degrees and doctorates and an undergraduate division that awards bachelor's degrees. |
| 1 | S.STNR | radio station | a facility for producing and transmitting information by radio waves |
| 1 | S.AQC | aquaculture facility | facility or area for the cultivation of aquatic animals and plants, especially fish, shellfish, and seaweed, in natural or controlled marine or freshwater environments; underwater agriculture |
| 1 | S.HMSD | homestead | a residence, owner's or manager's, on a sheep or cattle station, woolshed, outcamp, or Aboriginal outstation, specific to Australia and New Zealand |
| 1 | S.RECR | racetrack | a track where races are held |
| 1 | S.RNCH | ranch(es) | a large farm specializing in extensive grazing of livestock |
| 1 | S.BDG | bridge | a structure erected across an obstacle such as a stream, road, etc., in order to carry roads, railroads, and pedestrians across |
| 3,299 | Total for S | ||
| Hypsographic Features (mountain,hill,rock,... ) | |||
| 442 | T.MT | mountain | an elevation standing high above the surrounding area with small summit area, steep slopes and local relief of 300m or more |
| 183 | T.PAN | pan | a near-level shallow, natural depression or basin, usually containing an intermittent lake, pond, or pool |
| 168 | T.HLL | hill | a rounded elevation of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m |
| 72 | T.MTS | mountains | a mountain range or a group of mountains or high ridges |
| 46 | T.ISL | island | a tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
| 32 | T.PT | point | a tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape |
| 20 | T.PLN | plain(s) | an extensive area of comparatively level to gently undulating land, lacking surface irregularities, and usually adjacent to a higher area |
| 17 | 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] |
| 16 | T.RKS | rocks | conspicuous, isolated rocky masses |
| 12 | T.RK | rock | a conspicuous, isolated rocky mass |
| 11 | T.HLLS | hills | rounded elevations of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m |
| 10 | T.PLAT | plateau | an elevated plain with steep slopes on one or more sides, and often with incised streams |
| 8 | T.DUNE | dune(s) | a wave form, ridge or star shape feature composed of sand |
| 7 | T.CAPE | cape | a land area, more prominent than a point, projecting into the sea and marking a notable change in coastal direction |
| 6 | T.RDGE | ridge(s) | a long narrow elevation with steep sides, and a more or less continuous crest |
| 5 | T.BCH | beach | a shore zone of coarse unconsolidated sediment that extends from the low-water line to the highest reach of storm waves |
| 5 | T.PK | peak | a pointed elevation atop a mountain, ridge, or other hypsographic feature |
| 5 | T.VAL | valley | an elongated depression usually traversed by a stream |
| 4 | T.CNYN | canyon | a deep, narrow valley with steep sides cutting into a plateau or mountainous area |
| 4 | T.CLF | cliff(s) | a high, steep to perpendicular slope overlooking a waterbody or lower area |
| 2 | T.SAND | sand area | a tract of land covered with sand |
| 2 | T.DPR | depression(s) | a low area surrounded by higher land and usually characterized by interior drainage |
| 2 | T.GRGE | gorge(s) | a short, narrow, steep-sided section of a stream valley |
| 1 | T.ISLT | land-tied island | a coastal island connected to the mainland by barrier beaches, levees or dikes |
| 1 | T.PROM | promontory(-ies) | a bluff or prominent hill overlooking or projecting into a lowland |
| 1 | T.CRTR | crater(s) | a generally circular saucer or bowl-shaped depression caused by volcanic or meteorite explosive action |
| 1 | T.UPLD | upland | an extensive interior region of high land with low to moderate surface relief |
| 1 | T.PEN | peninsula | an elongate area of land projecting into a body of water and nearly surrounded by water |
| 1,084 | Total for T | ||
| Vegetation Features (forest,heath,...) | |||
| 7 | V.FRST | forest(s) | an area dominated by tree vegetation |
| 2 | V.TREE | tree(s) | a conspicuous tree used as a landmark |
| 9 | Total for V | ||
| 8,044 | |||
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