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3D Elevation Program

The mission of 3DEP is to respond to growing needs for current high-quality topographic data and three-dimensional (3D) representations of the Nation's natural and constructed features.

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USGS 3D Elevation Program Fiscal Year 2026 Partnerships
This map of the United States and its territories shows geographic extent of planned, existing and in-progress of FY26 3DEP data acquisition projects. 
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FY25 Status of 3DEP Quality Data
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3DEP Quality Data by Collection Year
Map showing Status of 3DEP Quality Data by Collection Year as of September 30, 2023

News

New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for North Dakota

New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for North Dakota

Partnership Selections for the 2025 3D National Topography Model Data Collaboration Announcement

Partnership Selections for the 2025 3D National Topography Model Data Collaboration Announcement

New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Massachusetts

New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Massachusetts

Publications

3D Elevation Program—Conterminous United States 3D Elevation Program—Conterminous United States

Using 3D Elevation Program data, a modern illustration of the conterminous United States’ landscape showcases its elevation differences in vivid detail. This map has been consistently adjusted and colorized according to the highest and lowest elevations, accentuating differences across the conterminous United States. To further emphasize landforms, shaded relief has been added on top of...
Authors
Alexander B. Jonesi, Cindy A. Thatcher, Jason M. Stoker

Science

2026 18th CEGIS Annual Research Meeting

The Center of Excellence for Geospatial Information Science (CEGIS) is proud to host the 2026 18th CEGIS Annual Research Meeting June 23-25, 2026, in Denver, Colorado. The annual research meeting is a special occasion to celebrate our accomplishments, explore ongoing projects, and foster collaboration for future endeavors. This year's gathering featured a broad range of presentations from our...
2026 18th CEGIS Annual Research Meeting

2026 18th CEGIS Annual Research Meeting

The Center of Excellence for Geospatial Information Science (CEGIS) is proud to host the 2026 18th CEGIS Annual Research Meeting June 23-25, 2026, in Denver, Colorado. The annual research meeting is a special occasion to celebrate our accomplishments, explore ongoing projects, and foster collaboration for future endeavors. This year's gathering featured a broad range of presentations from our...
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2025 CEGIS Annual Research Meeting

The Center of Excellence for Geospatial Information Science (CEGIS) was proud to host the 2025 CEGIS Annual Research Meeting July 22-24, 2025. The annual research meeting is a special occasion to celebrate our accomplishments, explore ongoing projects, and foster collaboration for future endeavors. This year's gathering featured a broad range of presentations from our researchers and their...
2025 CEGIS Annual Research Meeting

2025 CEGIS Annual Research Meeting

The Center of Excellence for Geospatial Information Science (CEGIS) was proud to host the 2025 CEGIS Annual Research Meeting July 22-24, 2025. The annual research meeting is a special occasion to celebrate our accomplishments, explore ongoing projects, and foster collaboration for future endeavors. This year's gathering featured a broad range of presentations from our researchers and their...
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2025 Post-Wildfire Lidar Data for Los Angeles, CA

Following the devastating Los Angeles, California wildfires in January 2025, NV5 (a geospatial, engineering, and consulting company that serves as a prime contractor to the 3D Elevation Program via the USGS Geospatial Products and Services Contracts) acquired high-resolution airborne lidar data for the Palisades and Eaton impact areas. Through its partnership with University of California San...
2025 Post-Wildfire Lidar Data for Los Angeles, CA

2025 Post-Wildfire Lidar Data for Los Angeles, CA

Following the devastating Los Angeles, California wildfires in January 2025, NV5 (a geospatial, engineering, and consulting company that serves as a prime contractor to the 3D Elevation Program via the USGS Geospatial Products and Services Contracts) acquired high-resolution airborne lidar data for the Palisades and Eaton impact areas. Through its partnership with University of California San...
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