How do I report an error in the Geographic Names Information System database?
Please report possible errors in the Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) database to the GNIS Manager at tnm_help@usgs.gov. The Names data experts will investigate and validate the data, enter appropriate corrections where needed, and advise you of the results.
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This issue is usually about maps on GPS devices, smart phone applications, or commercial online maps. The USGS does not provide road or address information for those products, almost all of which use road data from commercial sources. The USGS has no relationship with those companies. The USGS mission does not include the collection and maintenance of road data or addresses. Roads and other...
How can I propose a name change for a natural feature? How can I propose a name change for a natural feature?
Proposals to change the name of a feature within the United States and its territories may be submitted to the U.S. Board on Geographic Names (BGN). However, proposals must include a compelling reason the feature’s name needs to be changed for federal use. Changing an existing name merely to correct or re-establish historical usage should not be a primary reason to change a name. The BGN is...
How can I name an unnamed natural feature? How can I name an unnamed natural feature?
Proposals to name an unnamed feature within the United States and its territories may be submitted to the U.S. Board on Geographic Names (BGN). However, proposals must include a compelling reason the feature needs to be named for federal use. The BGN is responsible by law ( 43 USC Ch. 11A) for standardizing geographic names throughout the Federal Government and has developed policies governing...
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Your map has road/address errors and people can't find my house Your map has road/address errors and people can't find my house
This issue is usually about maps on GPS devices, smart phone applications, or commercial online maps. The USGS does not provide road or address information for those products, almost all of which use road data from commercial sources. The USGS has no relationship with those companies. The USGS mission does not include the collection and maintenance of road data or addresses. Roads and other...
How can I propose a name change for a natural feature? How can I propose a name change for a natural feature?
Proposals to change the name of a feature within the United States and its territories may be submitted to the U.S. Board on Geographic Names (BGN). However, proposals must include a compelling reason the feature’s name needs to be changed for federal use. Changing an existing name merely to correct or re-establish historical usage should not be a primary reason to change a name. The BGN is...
How can I name an unnamed natural feature? How can I name an unnamed natural feature?
Proposals to name an unnamed feature within the United States and its territories may be submitted to the U.S. Board on Geographic Names (BGN). However, proposals must include a compelling reason the feature needs to be named for federal use. The BGN is responsible by law ( 43 USC Ch. 11A) for standardizing geographic names throughout the Federal Government and has developed policies governing...