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Num. Names | Feature Class | Feature Code | Feature Description |
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Administrative Boundary Features (country, state, region,...) | |||
1,485 | A.ADM3 | third-order administrative division | a subdivision of a second-order administrative division |
963 | A.ADM2 | second-order administrative division | a subdivision of a first-order administrative division |
81 | A.ADM1 | first-order administrative division | a primary administrative division of a country, such as a state in the United States |
14 | A.ADM1H | historical first-order administrative division | a former first-order administrative division |
3 | A.ADM2H | historical second-order administrative division | a former second-order administrative division |
2 | A.ADM4 | fourth-order administrative division | a subdivision of a third-order administrative division |
1 | A.PCLI | independent political entity | |
1 | A.ADMDH | historical administrative division | a former administrative division of a political entity, undifferentiated as to administrative level |
2,550 | Total for A | ||
Hydrographic Features (stream, lake, ...) | |||
5,681 | H.STM | stream | a body of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land |
983 | H.SPNG | spring(s) | a place where ground water flows naturally out of the ground |
634 | H.STMI | intermittent stream | |
254 | H.LK | lake | a large inland body of standing water |
181 | H.BAY | bay | a coastal indentation between two capes or headlands, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf |
180 | 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 |
117 | H.RSV | reservoir(s) | an artificial pond or lake |
89 | H.STMX | section of stream | |
86 | H.COVE | cove(s) | a small coastal indentation, smaller than a bay |
54 | 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 |
28 | H.SPNT | hot spring(s) | a place where hot ground water flows naturally out of the ground |
26 | H.LKI | intermittent lake | |
26 | H.MRSH | marsh(es) | a wetland dominated by grass-like vegetation |
22 | H.STRT | strait | a relatively narrow waterway, usually narrower and less extensive than a sound, connecting two larger bodies of water |
17 | H.GULF | gulf | a large recess in the coastline, larger than a bay |
16 | H.CNL | canal | an artificial watercourse |
14 | H.SHOL | shoal(s) | a surface-navigation hazard composed of unconsolidated material |
13 | H.STMIX | section of intermittent stream | |
11 | 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 |
8 | H.CHN | channel | the deepest part of a stream, bay, lagoon, or strait, through which the main current flows |
8 | H.RVN | ravine(s) | a small, narrow, deep, steep-sided stream channel, smaller than a gorge |
7 | H.STMM | stream mouth(s) | a place where a stream discharges into a lagoon, lake, or the sea |
7 | H.RF | reef(s) | a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material |
7 | H.INLT | inlet | a narrow waterway extending into the land, or connecting a bay or lagoon with a larger body of water |
7 | H.LKS | lakes | large inland bodies of standing water |
6 | H.CHNM | marine channel | that part of a body of water deep enough for navigation through an area otherwise not suitable |
6 | H.FLLS | waterfall(s) | a perpendicular or very steep descent of the water of a stream |
5 | H.STMC | canalized stream | a stream that has been substantially ditched, diked, or straightened |
4 | H.DCK | dock(s) | a waterway between two piers, or cut into the land for the berthing of ships |
3 | H.POOL | pool(s) | a small and comparatively still, deep part of a larger body of water such as a stream or harbor; or a small body of standing water |
3 | H.PND | pond | a small standing waterbody |
3 | 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.RSVT | water tank | a contained pool or tank of water at, below, or above ground level |
2 | H.LKN | salt lake | an inland body of salt water with no outlet |
2 | 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 |
2 | H.SWMP | swamp | a wetland dominated by tree vegetation |
2 | H.WAD | wadi | a valley or ravine, bounded by relatively steep banks, which in the rainy season becomes a watercourse; found primarily in North Africa and the Middle East |
2 | H.RDST | roadstead | an open anchorage affording less protection than a harbor |
2 | H.WLLQ | abandoned well | |
1 | H.DTCHI | irrigation ditch | a ditch which serves to distribute irrigation water |
1 | H.LBED | lake bed(s) | a dried up or drained area of a former lake |
1 | H.MFGN | salt evaporation ponds | diked salt ponds used in the production of solar evaporated salt |
1 | H.ANCH | anchorage | an area where vessels may anchor |
1 | H.STMS | streams | bodies of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land |
1 | H.ESTY | estuary | a funnel-shaped stream mouth or embayment where fresh water mixes with sea water under tidal influences |
1 | H.CNLX | section of canal | |
1 | H.PNDI | intermittent pond | |
1 | 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 |
1 | H.FLTM | mud flat(s) | a relatively level area of mud either between high and low tide lines, or subject to flooding |
1 | H.STMA | anabranch | a diverging branch flowing out of a main stream and rejoining it downstream |
8,532 | Total for H | ||
Area Features (parks,area, ...) | |||
293 | L.LCTY | locality | a minor area or place of unspecified or mixed character and indefinite boundaries |
278 | L.AREA | area | a tract of land without homogeneous character or boundaries |
182 | L.DEVH | housing development | a tract of land on which many houses of similar design are built according to a development plan |
131 | L.PRK | park | an area, often of forested land, maintained as a place of beauty, or for recreation |
72 | L.PRT | port | a place provided with terminal and transfer facilities for loading and discharging waterborne cargo or passengers, usually located in a harbor |
52 | L.INDS | industrial area | an area characterized by industrial activity |
28 | L.GRAZ | grazing area | an area of grasses and shrubs used for grazing |
17 | L.RGNH | historical region | a former historic area distinguished by one or more observable physical or cultural characteristics |
11 | L.RGN | region | an area distinguished by one or more observable physical or cultural characteristics |
5 | L.FLD | field(s) | an open as opposed to wooded area |
5 | L.OILF | oilfield | an area containing a subterranean store of petroleum of economic value |
4 | L.RESF | forest reserve | a forested area set aside for preservation or controlled use |
4 | L.AMUS | amusement park | Amusement Park are theme parks, adventure parks offering entertainment, similar to funfairs but with a fix location |
3 | L.RESW | wildlife reserve | a tract of public land reserved for the preservation of wildlife |
3 | L.RESN | nature reserve | an area reserved for the maintenance of a natural habitat |
2 | L.CST | coast | a zone of variable width straddling the shoreline |
2 | L.MNA | mining area | an area of mine sites where minerals and ores are extracted |
1 | L.AGRC | agricultural colony | a tract of land set aside for agricultural settlement |
1 | L.BSND | drainage basin | an area drained by a stream |
1 | L.CLG | clearing | an area in a forest with trees removed |
1 | L.RES | reserve | a tract of public land reserved for future use or restricted as to use |
1 | L.RGNE | economic region | a region of a country established for economic development or for statistical purposes |
1 | L.RGNL | lake region | a tract of land distinguished by numerous lakes |
1,098 | Total for L | ||
Populated Place Features (city, village,...) | |||
50,255 | P.PPL | populated place | a city, town, village, or other agglomeration of buildings where people live and work |
1,489 | P.PPLX | section of populated place | |
834 | P.PPLA2 | seat of a second-order administrative division | |
665 | P.PPLA3 | seat of a third-order administrative division | |
117 | P.PPLQ | abandoned populated place | |
80 | P.PPLA | seat of a first-order administrative division | seat of a first-order administrative division (PPLC takes precedence over PPLA) |
29 | P.PPLCH | historical capital of a political entity | a former capital of a political entity |
21 | P.PPLW | destroyed populated place | a village, town or city destroyed by a natural disaster, or by war |
14 | P.PPLH | historical populated place | a populated place that no longer exists |
10 | P.PPLL | populated locality | an area similar to a locality but with a small group of dwellings or other buildings |
5 | P.PPLF | farm village | a populated place where the population is largely engaged in agricultural activities |
2 | P.PPLS | populated places | cities, towns, villages, or other agglomerations of buildings where people live and work |
1 | P.PPLC | capital of a political entity | |
53,522 | Total for P | ||
Road / Railroad Features (road, railroad ) | |||
15 | R.RD | road | an open way with improved surface for transportation of animals, people and vehicles |
6 | R.TNL | tunnel | a subterranean passageway for transportation |
2 | R.PRMN | promenade | a place for public walking, usually along a beach front |
2 | R.RDA | ancient road | the remains of a road used by ancient cultures |
1 | R.ST | street | a paved urban thoroughfare |
1 | R.RYD | railroad yard | a system of tracks used for the making up of trains, and switching and storing freight cars |
1 | R.TNLRD | road tunnel | a tunnel through which a road passes |
28 | Total for R | ||
Spot Features (spot, building, farm) | |||
5,988 | S.HTL | hotel | a building providing lodging and/or meals for the public |
645 | S.CMP | camp(s) | a site occupied by tents, huts, or other shelters for temporary use |
500 | S.DAM | dam | a barrier constructed across a stream to impound water |
418 | S.RUIN | ruin(s) | a destroyed or decayed structure which is no longer functional |
380 | S.RSTN | railroad station | a facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading train passengers and freight |
278 | S.CAVE | cave(s) | an underground passageway or chamber, or cavity on the side of a cliff |
210 | S.MSQE | mosque | a building for public Islamic worship |
171 | S.FRM | farm | a tract of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture |
159 | S.ANS | archaeological/prehistoric site | a place where archeological remains, old structures, or cultural artifacts are located |
103 | S.SCH | school | building(s) where instruction in one or more branches of knowledge takes place |
93 | S.HSP | hospital | a building in which sick or injured, especially those confined to bed, are medically treated |
89 | 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 |
87 | S.CMTY | cemetery | a burial place or ground |
83 | S.ML | mill(s) | a building housing machines for transforming, shaping, finishing, grinding, or extracting products |
55 | S.MFG | factory | one or more buildings where goods are manufactured, processed or fabricated |
55 | S.CSTL | castle | a large fortified building or set of buildings |
49 | S.BDG | bridge | a structure erected across an obstacle such as a stream, road, etc., in order to carry roads, railroads, and pedestrians across |
49 | S.LTHSE | lighthouse | a distinctive structure exhibiting a major navigation light |
48 | S.CSTM | customs house | a building in a port where customs and duties are paid, and where vessels are entered and cleared |
48 | S.PP | police post | a building in which police are stationed |
47 | S.TOWR | tower | a high conspicuous structure, typically much higher than its diameter |
46 | S.RDIN | intersection | a junction of two or more highways by a system of separate levels that permit traffic to pass from one to another without the crossing of traffic streams |
45 | S.MUS | museum | a building where objects of permanent interest in one or more of the arts and sciences are preserved and exhibited |
41 | S.CMPQ | abandoned camp | |
41 | S.BANK | bank | A business establishment in which money is kept for saving or commercial purposes or is invested, supplied for loans, or exchanged. |
37 | S.SCHC | college | the grounds and buildings of an institution of higher learning |
37 | S.SQR | square | a broad, open, public area near the center of a town or city |
37 | S.CH | church | a building for public Christian worship |
36 | S.ADMF | administrative facility | a government building |
35 | S.FT | fort | a defensive structure or earthworks |
34 | S.TRANT | transit terminal | facilities for the handling of vehicular freight and passengers |
33 | S.TMB | tomb(s) | a structure for interring bodies |
33 | S.STDM | stadium | a structure with an enclosure for athletic games with tiers of seats for spectators |
30 | S.SHRN | shrine | a structure or place memorializing a person or religious concept |
30 | S.ATHF | athletic field | a tract of land used for playing team sports, and athletic track and field events |
28 | S.BLDG | building(s) | a structure built for permanent use, as a house, factory, etc. |
25 | S.RSRT | resort | a specialized facility for vacation, health, or participation sports activities |
22 | S.MALL | mall | A large, often enclosed shopping complex containing various stores, businesses, and restaurants usually accessible by common passageways. |
19 | S.LDNG | landing | a place where boats receive or discharge passengers and freight, but lacking most port facilities |
19 | S.CMPRF | refugee camp | a camp used by refugees |
17 | S.AIRH | heliport | a place where helicopters land and take off |
16 | S.CTRM | medical center | a complex of health care buildings including two or more of the following: hospital, medical school, clinic, pharmacy, doctor's offices, etc. |
15 | S.HSE | house(s) | a building used as a human habitation |
14 | S.FCL | facility | a building or buildings housing a center, institute, foundation, hospital, prison, mission, courthouse, etc. |
11 | S.HSTS | historical site | a place of historical importance |
11 | S.INSM | military installation | a facility for use of and control by armed forces |
10 | S.MNMT | monument | a commemorative structure or statue |
10 | S.PAL | palace | a large stately house, often a royal or presidential residence |
10 | S.MKT | market | a place where goods are bought and sold at regular intervals |
9 | S.GRVE | grave | a burial site |
9 | S.MN | mine(s) | a site where mineral ores are extracted from the ground by excavating surface pits and subterranean passages |
9 | 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 |
9 | S.MSTY | monastery | a building and grounds where a community of monks lives in seclusion |
8 | S.FYT | ferry terminal | a place where ferries pick-up and discharge passengers, vehicles and or cargo |
7 | S.PIER | pier | a structure built out into navigable water on piles providing berthing for ships and recreation |
7 | 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. |
7 | S.GATE | gate | a controlled access entrance or exit |
7 | S.PRN | prison | a facility for confining prisoners |
6 | S.REST | restaurant | A place where meals are served to the public |
6 | S.GDN | garden(s) | an enclosure for displaying selected plant or animal life |
6 | S.STBL | stable | a building for the shelter and feeding of farm animals, especially horses |
6 | S.MLWTR | water mill | a mill powered by running water |
6 | S.PSTB | border post | a post or station at an international boundary for the regulation of movement of people and goods |
6 | S.RECG | golf course | a recreation field where golf is played |
5 | S.RECR | racetrack | a track where races are held |
5 | S.SPA | spa | a resort area usually developed around a medicinal spring |
5 | S.BCN | beacon | a fixed artificial navigation mark |
4 | S.ZOO | zoo | a zoological garden or park where wild animals are kept for exhibition |
4 | S.PS | power station | a facility for generating electric power |
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.AIRQ | abandoned airfield | |
4 | S.SCHT | technical school | post-secondary school with a specifically technical or vocational curriculum |
3 | S.RHSE | resthouse | a structure maintained for the rest and shelter of travelers |
3 | S.CTRR | religious center | a facility where more than one religious activity is carried out, e.g., retreat, school, monastery, worship |
3 | S.WHRF | wharf(-ves) | a structure of open rather than solid construction along a shore or a bank which provides berthing for ships and cargo-handling facilities |
3 | S.WALLA | ancient wall | the remains of a linear defensive stone structure |
3 | S.RSTP | railroad stop | a place lacking station facilities where trains stop to pick up and unload passengers and freight |
3 | S.AGRF | agricultural facility | a building and/or tract of land used for improving agriculture |
3 | S.MAR | marina | a harbor facility for small boats, yachts, etc. |
3 | S.ITTR | research institute | a facility where research is carried out |
2 | S.NSY | nursery(-ies) | a place where plants are propagated for transplanting or grafting |
2 | S.BRKW | breakwater | a structure erected to break the force of waves at the entrance to a harbor or port |
2 | S.CRRL | corral(s) | a pen or enclosure for confining or capturing animals |
2 | S.AMTH | amphitheater | an oval or circular structure with rising tiers of seats about a stage or open space |
2 | S.CTHSE | courthouse | a building in which courts of law are held |
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 |
2 | S.HSPC | clinic | a medical facility associated with a hospital for outpatients |
2 | S.MNQR | quarry(-ies) | a surface mine where building stone or gravel and sand, etc. are extracted |
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.PSH | hydroelectric power station | a building where electricity is generated from water power |
1 | S.PO | post office | a public building in which mail is received, sorted and distributed |
1 | S.SCHN | maritime school | a school at which maritime sciences form the core of the curriculum |
1 | S.MTRO | metro station | metro station (Underground, Tube, or Metro) |
1 | S.MNN | salt mine(s) | a mine from which salt is extracted |
1 | S.SNTR | sanatorium | a facility where victims of physical or mental disorders are treated |
1 | S.MNC | coal mine(s) | a mine where coal is extracted |
1 | S.MNAU | gold mine(s) | a mine where gold ore, or alluvial gold is extracted |
1 | S.CTRCM | community center | a facility for community recreation and other activities |
1 | S.BUSTN | bus station | a facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading passengers |
1 | S.STNB | scientific research base | a scientific facility used as a base from which research is carried out or monitored |
1 | S.STNM | meteorological station | a station at which weather elements are recorded |
1 | S.SYG | synagogue | a place for Jewish worship and religious instruction |
1 | S.null | ||
1 | S.HUT | hut | a small primitive house |
1 | S.BLDO | office building | commercial building where business and/or services are conducted |
1 | S.BRKS | barracks | a building for lodging military personnel |
1 | S.TRMO | oil pipeline terminal | a tank farm or loading facility at the end of an oil pipeline |
1 | S.COMC | communication center | a facility, including buildings, antennae, towers and electronic equipment for receiving and transmitting information |
1 | S.LIBR | library | A place in which information resources such as books are kept for reading, reference, or lending. |
1 | S.WEIR | weir(s) | a small dam in a stream, designed to raise the water level or to divert stream flow through a desired channel |
1 | S.MFGSG | sugar refinery | a facility for converting raw sugar into refined sugar |
1 | S.JTY | jetty | a structure built out into the water at a river mouth or harbor entrance to regulate currents and silting |
1 | S.RLG | religious site | an ancient site of significant religious importance |
10,506 | Total for S | ||
Hypsographic Features (mountain,hill,rock,... ) | |||
4,268 | T.MT | mountain | an elevation standing high above the surrounding area with small summit area, steep slopes and local relief of 300m or more |
3,475 | T.HLL | hill | a rounded elevation of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m |
670 | T.PT | point | a tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape |
489 | T.SPUR | spur(s) | a subordinate ridge projecting outward from a hill, mountain or other elevation |
330 | T.UPLD | upland | an extensive interior region of high land with low to moderate surface relief |
323 | T.ISL | island | a tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
321 | 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] |
317 | T.PLN | plain(s) | an extensive area of comparatively level to gently undulating land, lacking surface irregularities, and usually adjacent to a higher area |
289 | T.MTS | mountains | a mountain range or a group of mountains or high ridges |
226 | T.RDGE | ridge(s) | a long narrow elevation with steep sides, and a more or less continuous crest |
145 | T.PK | peak | a pointed elevation atop a mountain, ridge, or other hypsographic feature |
107 | T.SLP | slope(s) | a surface with a relatively uniform slope angle |
57 | T.GRGE | gorge(s) | a short, narrow, steep-sided section of a stream valley |
55 | T.MND | mound(s) | a low, isolated, rounded hill |
49 | T.RK | rock | a conspicuous, isolated rocky mass |
48 | T.ISLS | islands | tracts of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
45 | T.CAPE | cape | a land area, more prominent than a point, projecting into the sea and marking a notable change in coastal direction |
44 | T.BCH | beach | a shore zone of coarse unconsolidated sediment that extends from the low-water line to the highest reach of storm waves |
27 | T.HLLS | hills | rounded elevations of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m |
26 | T.PEN | peninsula | an elongate area of land projecting into a body of water and nearly surrounded by water |
25 | T.RKS | rocks | conspicuous, isolated rocky masses |
22 | T.PLAT | plateau | an elevated plain with steep slopes on one or more sides, and often with incised streams |
20 | T.DPR | depression(s) | a low area surrounded by higher land and usually characterized by interior drainage |
11 | T.VAL | valley | an elongated depression usually traversed by a stream |
5 | T.CLF | cliff(s) | a high, steep to perpendicular slope overlooking a waterbody or lower area |
5 | T.PROM | promontory(-ies) | a bluff or prominent hill overlooking or projecting into a lowland |
4 | T.TRR | terrace | a long, narrow alluvial platform bounded by steeper slopes above and below, usually overlooking a waterbody |
4 | T.SPIT | spit | a narrow, straight or curved continuation of a beach into a waterbody |
3 | T.DSRT | desert | a large area with little or no vegetation due to extreme environmental conditions |
3 | T.ISLT | land-tied island | a coastal island connected to the mainland by barrier beaches, levees or dikes |
3 | T.SCRP | escarpment | a long line of cliffs or steep slopes separating level surfaces above and below |
2 | T.CNYN | canyon | a deep, narrow valley with steep sides cutting into a plateau or mountainous area |
2 | T.FORD | ford | a shallow part of a stream which can be crossed on foot or by land vehicle |
2 | T.LAVA | lava area | an area of solidified lava |
1 | T.VLC | volcano | a conical elevation composed of volcanic materials with a crater at the top |
1 | T.CRTR | crater(s) | a generally circular saucer or bowl-shaped depression caused by volcanic or meteorite explosive action |
1 | T.DLTA | delta | a flat plain formed by alluvial deposits at the mouth of a stream |
1 | T.HDLD | headland | a high projection of land extending into a large body of water beyond the line of the coast |
1 | T.KRST | karst area | a distinctive landscape developed on soluble rock such as limestone characterized by sinkholes, caves, disappearing streams, and underground drainage |
1 | T.PLNX | section of plain | |
1 | T.SAND | sand area | a tract of land covered with sand |
1 | T.SDL | saddle | a broad, open pass crossing a ridge or between hills or mountains |
1 | T.SINK | sinkhole | a small crater-shape depression in a karst area |
11,431 | Total for T | ||
Vegetation Features (forest,heath,...) | |||
30 | V.FRST | forest(s) | an area dominated by tree vegetation |
28 | V.VIN | vineyard | a planting of grapevines |
10 | V.MDW | meadow | a small, poorly drained area dominated by grassy vegetation |
8 | V.OCH | orchard(s) | a planting of fruit or nut trees |
1 | V.VINS | vineyards | plantings of grapevines |
1 | V.GRSLD | grassland | an area dominated by grass vegetation |
78 | Total for V | ||
87,745 |
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