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USGS announces elevation and hydrography data acquisition partnership opportunities for fiscal year 2026

USGS announces elevation and hydrography data acquisition partnership opportunities for fiscal year 2026

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has issued the Federal fiscal year 2026 (FY26) 3D National Topography Model (3DNTM) Data Collaboration Announcement...

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USGS announces release of updated 3D Hydrography Program data service

USGS announces release of updated 3D Hydrography Program data service

The updated service includes new geospatial data based on 3D Elevation Program data, as well as new Flow Network Derivatives to enable network...

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Adventure awaits: USGS releases detailed topographic maps designed for recreational use

Adventure awaits: USGS releases detailed topographic maps designed for recreational use

For outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and adventurers, maps are more than just a tool – they are a gateway to exploration. The U.S. Geological Survey has...

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The 3D National Topography Model Call for Action-Part 2: The Next Generation 3D Elevation Program

The 3D National Topography Model Call for Action-Part 2: The Next Generation 3D Elevation Program

The USGS just released The 3D National Topography Model Call for Action— Part 2: The Next Generation 3D Elevation Program. 

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New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Vermont

New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Vermont

Learn about 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) lidar data for Vermont in the new fact sheet -
The 3D Elevation Program - Supporting Vermont's Economy

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New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Louisiana

New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Louisiana

Learn about 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) lidar data for Louisiana in the new fact sheet -
The 3D Elevation Program - Supporting Louisiana's Economy

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New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Connecticut

New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Connecticut

Learn about 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) lidar data for Connecticut in the new fact sheet -
The 3D Elevation Program - Supporting Connecticut's Economy

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New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for New Mexico

New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for New Mexico

Learn about 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) lidar data for New Mexico in the new fact sheet -
The 3D Elevation Program - Supporting New Mexico's Economy

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The Feasibility of Using Lidar-Derived Digital Elevation Models for Gravity Data Reduction

The Feasibility of Using Lidar-Derived Digital Elevation Models for Gravity Data Reduction

Learn about the Feasibility of Using Lidar-Derived Digital Elevation Models for Gravity Data Reduction

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New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Rhode Island

New 3D Elevation Program Fact Sheet for Rhode Island

Learn about 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) lidar data for Rhode Island in the new fact sheet -
The 3D Elevation Program - Supporting Rhode Island's...

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New Training Video: Key Characteristics of US Topos and OnDemand Topos

New Training Video: Key Characteristics of US Topos and OnDemand Topos

Learn how to distinguish a US Topo from an OnDemand Topo in a new training video released by the National Geospatial Program.

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New USGS National Map 3D Viewer

New USGS National Map 3D Viewer

The USGS National Map program is transitioning its web map viewer, known as The National Map Advanced Viewer, to a new version during the week of...

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