US Topo Cartographic Specifications - Transportation
US Topo cartographic specifications for Transportation including Airport, Rail, Route, and Trail.
Feature Types
AIRPORT
Heliport
FType: Complex
FCode: 20001
Feature Description: An area of land, water, or a structure used or intended to be used for the landing and takeoff of helicopters, and includes its building and facilities, if any.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
Media
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| Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Point Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Top) | 6.00 | 0/0/0 | 0 |
| Layer 2 | 19.00 | 0/0/0 | 0 |
| Layer 3 | 14.00 | 230/152/0 | 0 |
| Layer 4 | 16.00 | 230/152/0 | 0 |
| Layer 5 | 14.00 | 230/152/0 | 0 |
| Layer 6 | 16.00 | 230/152/0 | 0 |
| Layer 7 (Base) | 14.00 | 255/255/255 | 0 |
Runway
FType: Runway
FCode: 20100
Feature Description: A defined rectangular area on a land airport prepared for the landing and takeoff run of aircraft along its length.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
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Polygon Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Outline) | 0.40 | 0/0/0 | 0 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI | 8.00 | 0/ 0/ 0 | 0.70 | 240/ 240/ 240 | Horizontal and offset from polygon. |
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Seaplane Anchorage / Base
FType: Complex
FCode: 20002
Feature Description: A designated area of water used or intended to be used for the landing and takeoff of seaplanes and shoreside access.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
Media
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| Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Point Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Top) | 16.00 | 24/74/225 | 0 |
| Layer 2 | 16.00 | 24/74/225 | 0 |
| Layer 3 | 18.00 | 14/74/225 | 0 |
| Layer 4 | 2.00 | 24/74/225 | 0 |
| Layer 5 | 2.00 | 24/74/225 | 0 |
| Layer 6 | 2.00 | 24/74/225 | 0 |
| Layer 7 | 2.00 | 24/74/225 | 0 |
| Layer 8 (Base) | 14.00 | 255/255/255 | 0 |
RAIL
Rail
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: 20200
Feature Description: A primary railway that provides service between destinations.
Rail: Siding / Spur
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: 20201
Feature Description: A stretch of railway track connected to a main railway and used for temporary storage, passing, loading, and/or unloading. The siding / spur can be part of a rail yard.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Hash Line) | 2.88 | 0/0/0 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Solid Line) | 0.36 | 0/0/0 | 0 |
ROUTE
4WD
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: An unpaved dirt trail where a four-wheel drive vehicle is required.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Top) | 0.55 | 130/130/130 | 0 |
| Layer 2 | 0.55 | 130/130/130 | 0 |
| Layer 3 (Base) | 1.80 | 235/235/235 | 0 |
Closed Road
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: Roads that are closed to vehicular traffic but still exist on the transportation system for potential future use.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Top) | 0.70 | 130/130/130 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Base) | 0.90 | 235/235/235 | 0 |
Controlled-access Highway
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: Interstates and limited access highways.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Top) | 1.25 | 175/75/76 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Base) | 2.50 | 130/41/41 | 0 |
Ferry Route
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: A route that connects and maintains transportation flow over a body of water. Conveys vehicles, people, and cargo over a waterbody in a boat. Excludes commuter ferry (ferry taxis) routes and routes used by sightseeing watercraft. Spatial representation is generalized and may not accurately depict the real world location of the feature.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Line) | 1.00 | 155/155/155 | 0 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI, Italic | 6.00 | 0/ 0/ 0 | 1.00 | 240/ 240/ 240 | Curved and offset from the line. |
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Interstate Route
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: Fast, wide roads that traverse states and connect important cities. Part of the Interstate Highway System.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
Media
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| Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Point Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Road Shield - Top) | 24.00 | 0/0/0 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Road Shield) | 24.00 | 0/0/255 | 0 |
| Layer 3 (Road Shield - Base) | 24.00 | 255/0/0 | 0 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI | 7.00 | 255/ 255/ 255 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable | Regular placement, horizontal and centered on line. |
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Local Connecting Road
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: Roads that collect traffic from local roads and connect smaller towns, subdivisions, and neighborhoods.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Line) | 1.50 | 110/111/110 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Line - Base) | 2.50 | 255/255/255 | 0 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI | 7.00 | 0/ 0/ 0 | 1.00 | 240/ 240/ 240 | Curved and offset from line. |
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Local Road
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: Generally a paved street, road, or byway that usually has a single lane of traffic in each direction.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Line) | 1.00 | 155/155/155 | 0 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI, Italic | 6.00 | 0/ 0/ 0 | 1.00 | 240/ 240/ 240 | Curved and offset from the line. |
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Ramp
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: A road, sometimes called a "slip road", that typically allows controlled access from adjacent, not at-grade roads onto a limited access highway, often in the form of a cloverleaf interchange.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Line) | 1.75 | 201/103/103 | 0 |
Secondary Highway or Major Connecting Road
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: Main arteries and highways that are not limited access, usually in the U.S. Highway or State Highway systems.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Line) | 1.75 | 201/103/103 | 0 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI | 7.00 | 0/ 0/ 0 | 1.00 | 240/ 240/ 240 | Curved and offset from line. |
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State Route
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: Numbered routes designated and maintained by local state governments.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
Media
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| Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Point Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Road Shield - Top) | 22.00 | 0/0/0 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Road Shield - Base) | 22.00 | 255/255/255 | 0 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI | 7.00 | 0/ 0/ 0 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable | Regular placement, horizontal and centered on line. |
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Tunnel
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: An underground passage that is open at both ends and contains a road. Connects and maintains transportation flow underneath physical or human-built obstructions, such as a mountains or rivers. Spatial representation is generalized and may not accurately depict the real world location of the feature.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Line) | 0.216 | 156/156/156 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Line) | 0.216 | 156/156/156 | 0 |
| Layer 3 (Line - End Caps) | 0.216 | 155/155/155 | 0 |
Forest Service High Clearance Route
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: Routes under the jurisdiction of the Forest Service that require a vehicle with high ground clearance to navigate safely.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
Media
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| Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Point Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Road Shield - Outline) | 0.25 | 0/0/0 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Road Shield - Fill) | Not Applicable | 255/255/255 | 0 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI | 5.25 | 0/ 0/ 0 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable | Centered on point. |
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Forest Service Primary Route
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: Routes under the jurisdiction of the Forest Service that provide public access to popular recreation areas and connect populated areas.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
Media
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| Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Point Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Road Shield - Top) | 22.00 | 0/0/0 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Road Shield - Base) | 22.00 | 255/255/255 | 0 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI | 5.00 | 0/ 0/ 0 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable | Centered on point. |
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Forest Service Secondary Route
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: Routes under the jurisdiction of the US Forest Service that are not as highly trafficked as primary routes but have higher traffic than local roads.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
Media
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| Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Point Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Road Shield -Outline) | 0.25 | 0/0/0 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Road Shield -Fill) | Not Applicable | 255/255/255 | 0 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI | 5.25 | 0/ 0/ 0 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable | Centered on point. |
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US Route
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: Also known as “US Highways,” these are numbered highways that connect populated places across the country and can sometimes be limited-access via onramps and offramps.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
Media
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| Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Point Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Road Shield - Top) | 22.00 | 0/0/0 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Road Shield - Base) | 22.00 | 255/255/255 | 0 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI | 7.00 | 0/ 0/ 0 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable | Regular placement, horizontal and centered on line. |
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TRAIL
Snow Trail
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of snow or ice and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Dashed Line - Top) | 0.90 | 124/81/173 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Solid Transparent Line - Base) | 1.70 | 225/225/225 | 50 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI | 7.00 | 124/ 81/ 173 | 0.80 | 240/ 240/ 240 | Regular placement, curved and offset from line. |
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Standard/Terra Trail
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Dashed Line - Top) | 0.90 | 230/76/0 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Solid Transparent Line - Base) | 1.70 | 225/225/225 | 50 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI | 7.00 | 176/ 82/ 33 | 0.80 | 240/ 240/ 240 | Regular placement, curved and offset from line. |
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Water Trail
FType: No FType for this feature
FCode: No FCode for this feature
Feature Description: A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of water (but may include land-based portages) and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.
Cartographic Representation
| Point Graphic Depiction | Linear Graphic Depiction | Polygon Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|
| Not Applicable |
Media
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| Not Applicable |
Line Symbology Specifications
| SpecName | Size (Pt) | Color R/G/B | Transparency (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 (Dashed Line - Top) | 0.90 | 156/156/156 | 0 |
| Layer 2 (Solid Transparent Line - Base) | 1.70 | 130/130/130 | 80 |
Annotation
| Font Style | Font Size (Pt) | Font Color R/G/B | Halo Size (Pt) | Halo Color R/G/B | Placement Properties | Anno Graphic Depiction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segoe UI | 7.00 | 156/ 156/ 156 | 0.80 | 240/ 240/ 240 | Regular placement, curved and offset from line. |
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