Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Data for New Jersey

By New Jersey Water Science Center

Spatial/GIS data sets for New Jersey are available numerous spatial data clearinghouses. Spatial/GIS data sets for USGS studies that include New Jersey or include parts of New Jersey are also available from USGS.

Waht is GIS:

A geographic information system (GIS) is a collection and manipulation of analyzed data, rooted in the science of geography. GIS integrates data types for spatial location, organizes layers of information, and developes visualizations using maps and 3D scenes. With its capability, GIS reveals deeper insights into data patterns, relationships, and situations, helping users understand the systems better and make smarter decisions.

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Spatial/GIS data sets for New Jersey

New Jersey Geographic Information Network
NJDEP, Geographic Information Systems - Applications
NJGS digital geodata series

USGS and Other National spatial/GIS data sets

The National Map
National Geospatial Program
Open Geospatial Consortium

Water/Watershed Spatial Data

National Hydrography Dataset
Watershed Boundary Dataset
Spatial data sets available on the WRD NSDI node