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| Num. Names | Feature Class | Feature Code | Feature Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Boundary Features (country, state, region,...) | |||
| 16 | A.ADM1 | first-order administrative division | a primary administrative division of a country, such as a state in the United States |
| 1 | A.ADM2 | second-order administrative division | a subdivision of a first-order administrative division |
| 1 | A.PCLF | freely associated state | |
| 18 | Total for A | ||
| Hydrographic Features (stream, lake, ...) | |||
| 47 | H.RFC | coral reef(s) | a surface-navigation hazard composed of coral |
| 40 | H.CHN | channel | the deepest part of a stream, bay, lagoon, or strait, through which the main current flows |
| 18 | H.BAY | bay | a coastal indentation between two capes or headlands, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf |
| 12 | H.ANCH | anchorage | an area where vessels may anchor |
| 12 | H.MGV | mangrove swamp | a tropical tidal mud flat characterized by mangrove vegetation |
| 11 | H.DCK | dock(s) | a waterway between two piers, or cut into the land for the berthing of ships |
| 9 | H.STM | stream | a body of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land |
| 6 | H.CNL | canal | an artificial watercourse |
| 5 | 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.LK | lake | a large inland body of standing water |
| 4 | 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 |
| 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 |
| 3 | H.STRT | strait | a relatively narrow waterway, usually narrower and less extensive than a sound, connecting two larger bodies of water |
| 3 | H.SWMP | swamp | a wetland dominated by tree vegetation |
| 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.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 |
| 2 | H.OCN | ocean | one of the major divisions of the vast expanse of salt water covering part of the earth |
| 1 | H.PND | pond | a small standing waterbody |
| 1 | H.CRKT | tidal creek(s) | a meandering channel in a coastal wetland subject to bi-directional tidal currents |
| 188 | Total for H | ||
| Area Features (parks,area, ...) | |||
| 34 | L.RESN | nature reserve | an area reserved for the maintenance of a natural habitat |
| 25 | L.RGN | region | an area distinguished by one or more observable physical or cultural characteristics |
| 5 | L.MNA | mining area | an area of mine sites where minerals and ores are extracted |
| 2 | L.BTL | battlefield | a site of a land battle of historical importance |
| 1 | L.PRT | port | a place provided with terminal and transfer facilities for loading and discharging waterborne cargo or passengers, usually located in a harbor |
| 1 | L.PRK | park | an area, often of forested land, maintained as a place of beauty, or for recreation |
| 1 | L.AREA | area | a tract of land without homogeneous character or boundaries |
| 1 | L.RES | reserve | a tract of public land reserved for future use or restricted as to use |
| 70 | Total for L | ||
| Populated Place Features (city, village,...) | |||
| 59 | P.PPL | populated place | a city, town, village, or other agglomeration of buildings where people live and work |
| 16 | P.PPLA | seat of a first-order administrative division | seat of a first-order administrative division (PPLC takes precedence over PPLA) |
| 7 | P.PPLX | section of populated place | |
| 2 | P.PPLQ | abandoned populated place | |
| 1 | P.PPLL | populated locality | an area similar to a locality but with a small group of dwellings or other buildings |
| 1 | P.PPLC | capital of a political entity | |
| 86 | Total for P | ||
| Road / Railroad Features (road, railroad ) | |||
| 7 | R.CSWY | causeway | a raised roadway across wet ground or shallow water |
| 3 | R.RRQ | abandoned railroad | |
| 2 | R.RDJCT | road junction | a place where two or more roads join |
| 1 | R.RD | road | an open way with improved surface for transportation of animals, people and vehicles |
| 13 | Total for R | ||
| Spot Features (spot, building, farm) | |||
| 37 | S.HSTS | historical site | a place of historical importance |
| 26 | S.SCH | school | building(s) where instruction in one or more branches of knowledge takes place |
| 18 | S.HTL | hotel | a building providing lodging and/or meals for the public |
| 11 | S.PIER | pier | a structure built out into navigable water on piles providing berthing for ships and recreation |
| 10 | S.MNQR | quarry(-ies) | a surface mine where building stone or gravel and sand, etc. are extracted |
| 8 | S.CH | church | a building for public Christian worship |
| 6 | S.RUIN | ruin(s) | a destroyed or decayed structure which is no longer functional |
| 5 | S.ANS | archaeological/prehistoric site | a place where archeological remains, old structures, or cultural artifacts are located |
| 5 | S.AIRQ | abandoned airfield | |
| 4 | S.DIP | diplomatic facility | office, residence, or facility of a foreign government, which may include an embassy, consulate, chancery, office of charge d'affaires, or other diplomatic, economic, military, or cultural mission |
| 4 | S.MNQ | abandoned mine | |
| 4 | S.STNB | scientific research base | a scientific facility used as a base from which research is carried out or monitored |
| 3 | S.WTRW | waterworks | a facility for supplying potable water through a water source and a system of pumps and filtration beds |
| 3 | S.ADMF | administrative facility | a government building |
| 3 | S.CTRCM | community center | a facility for community recreation and other activities |
| 3 | S.GOVL | local government office | a facility housing local governmental offices, usually a city, town, or village hall |
| 3 | S.HSP | hospital | a building in which sick or injured, especially those confined to bed, are medically treated |
| 3 | S.STDM | stadium | a structure with an enclosure for athletic games with tiers of seats for spectators |
| 3 | S.TRIG | triangulation station | a point on the earth whose position has been determined by triangulation |
| 3 | S.WRCK | wreck | the site of the remains of a wrecked vessel |
| 2 | S.CMTY | cemetery | a burial place or ground |
| 2 | S.STNC | coast guard station | a facility from which the coast is guarded by armed vessels |
| 2 | S.MNMT | monument | a commemorative structure or statue |
| 2 | 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 |
| 2 | S.STNM | meteorological station | a station at which weather elements are recorded |
| 2 | S.MUS | museum | a building where objects of permanent interest in one or more of the arts and sciences are preserved and exhibited |
| 2 | S.AIRF | airfield | a place on land where aircraft land and take off; no facilities provided for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo |
| 1 | S.CMP | camp(s) | a site occupied by tents, huts, or other shelters for temporary use |
| 1 | S.CAVE | cave(s) | an underground passageway or chamber, or cavity on the side of a cliff |
| 1 | S.PO | post office | a public building in which mail is received, sorted and distributed |
| 1 | S.PS | power station | a facility for generating electric power |
| 1 | S.QUAY | quay | a structure of solid construction along a shore or bank which provides berthing for ships and which generally provides cargo handling facilities |
| 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 |
| 1 | S.SCHC | college | the grounds and buildings of an institution of higher learning |
| 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.CTRF | facility center | a place where more than one facility is situated |
| 1 | S.FRM | farm | a tract of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture |
| 1 | S.STNR | radio station | a facility for producing and transmitting information by radio waves |
| 1 | S.COMC | communication center | a facility, including buildings, antennae, towers and electronic equipment for receiving and transmitting information |
| 1 | S.CTHSE | courthouse | a building in which courts of law are held |
| 1 | S.INSM | military installation | a facility for use of and control by armed forces |
| 1 | S.LIBR | library | A place in which information resources such as books are kept for reading, reference, or lending. |
| 1 | S.LTHSE | lighthouse | a distinctive structure exhibiting a major navigation light |
| 1 | S.MAR | marina | a harbor facility for small boats, yachts, etc. |
| 1 | S.MFG | factory | one or more buildings where goods are manufactured, processed or fabricated |
| 1 | S.MFGQ | abandoned factory | |
| 195 | Total for S | ||
| Hypsographic Features (mountain,hill,rock,... ) | |||
| 70 | T.ISLET | islet | small island, bigger than rock, smaller than island. |
| 57 | T.ISL | island | a tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
| 52 | T.HLL | hill | a rounded elevation of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m |
| 19 | 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.ISLS | islands | tracts of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
| 8 | T.RDGE | ridge(s) | a long narrow elevation with steep sides, and a more or less continuous crest |
| 8 | T.PEN | peninsula | an elongate area of land projecting into a body of water and nearly surrounded by water |
| 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 |
| 4 | T.ATOL | atoll(s) | a ring-shaped coral reef which has closely spaced islands on it encircling a lagoon |
| 4 | T.PT | point | a tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape |
| 2 | T.RKS | rocks | conspicuous, isolated rocky masses |
| 1 | T.DPR | depression(s) | a low area surrounded by higher land and usually characterized by interior drainage |
| 1 | T.RK | rock | a conspicuous, isolated rocky mass |
| 1 | T.ISLT | land-tied island | a coastal island connected to the mainland by barrier beaches, levees or dikes |
| 1 | T.ISTH | isthmus | a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land masses and bordered by water |
| 245 | Total for T | ||
| Undersea Features (undersea) | |||
| 9 | U.RDGU | ridge | a long narrow elevation with steep sides |
| 2 | U.TRNU | trench | a long, narrow, characteristically very deep and asymmetrical depression of the sea floor, with relatively steep sides |
| 1 | U.TMTU | tablemount (or guyot) | a seamount having a comparatively smooth, flat top |
| 12 | Total for U | ||
| Vegetation Features (forest,heath,...) | |||
| 2 | V.CULT | cultivated area | an area under cultivation |
| 2 | V.FRST | forest(s) | an area dominated by tree vegetation |
| 4 | Total for V | ||
| 831 | |||
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