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Chris Cretini

Acting Alaska Mapping Manager

NGP User Engagement Office

National Geospatial Program

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Located in Louisiana. Send mail to:
12201 Sunrise Valley Dr, MS 511
Reston, VA 20192
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Chris is the Acting Alaska Mapping Manager.

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July 9, 2025

The 3D Elevation Program—Supporting Louisiana's economy The 3D Elevation Program—Supporting Louisiana's economy

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Chris Cretini

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National Geospatial Program, 3D Elevation Program

February 20, 2024

The 3D Elevation Program—Supporting Florida's economy The 3D Elevation Program—Supporting Florida's economy

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Xan Fredericks, Chris Cretini

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National Geospatial Program, 3D Elevation Program

June 13, 2023

The 3D Elevation Program—Supporting Arkansas's economy The 3D Elevation Program—Supporting Arkansas's economy

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Chris Cretini

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Core Science Systems Mission Area, National Geospatial Program, 3D Elevation Program

January 1, 2007

Data access and dissemination for emergency response and long-term recovery efforts related to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita Data access and dissemination for emergency response and long-term recovery efforts related to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita

The U.S. Geological Survey's (USGS) National Wetlands Research Center (NWRC) responded to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita by providing geospatial support to Federal, State, and local partners. The NWRC used its data and information management systems to deliver aerial photography and maps to emergency responders in a time of critical need.

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Scott Wilson, Chris Cretini

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Ecosystems Mission Area, Wetland and Aquatic Research Center

January 1, 2001

Tampa Bay Integrated Science Pilot Study Digital Library Tampa Bay Integrated Science Pilot Study Digital Library

No abstract available.

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Jimmy Johnston, Kimberly Yates, Scott Wilson, Chris Cretini

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USGS Geospatial Information Response Team (GIRT) earns 2021 Esri SAG Award

July 12, 2021

USGS Geospatial Information Response Team (GIRT) earns 2021 Esri SAG Award

The USGS, Geospatial Information Response Team has been selected to receive a Special Achievement in GIS Award at the 2021 Esri worldwide User’s...

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July 9, 2025

The 3D Elevation Program—Supporting Louisiana's economy The 3D Elevation Program—Supporting Louisiana's economy

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Chris Cretini

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National Geospatial Program, 3D Elevation Program

February 20, 2024

The 3D Elevation Program—Supporting Florida's economy The 3D Elevation Program—Supporting Florida's economy

Authors

Xan Fredericks, Chris Cretini

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National Geospatial Program, 3D Elevation Program

June 13, 2023

The 3D Elevation Program—Supporting Arkansas's economy The 3D Elevation Program—Supporting Arkansas's economy

Authors

Chris Cretini

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Core Science Systems Mission Area, National Geospatial Program, 3D Elevation Program

January 1, 2007

Data access and dissemination for emergency response and long-term recovery efforts related to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita Data access and dissemination for emergency response and long-term recovery efforts related to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita

The U.S. Geological Survey's (USGS) National Wetlands Research Center (NWRC) responded to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita by providing geospatial support to Federal, State, and local partners. The NWRC used its data and information management systems to deliver aerial photography and maps to emergency responders in a time of critical need.

Authors

Scott Wilson, Chris Cretini

By

Ecosystems Mission Area, Wetland and Aquatic Research Center

January 1, 2001

Tampa Bay Integrated Science Pilot Study Digital Library Tampa Bay Integrated Science Pilot Study Digital Library

No abstract available.

Authors

Jimmy Johnston, Kimberly Yates, Scott Wilson, Chris Cretini

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USGS Geospatial Information Response Team (GIRT) earns 2021 Esri SAG Award

July 12, 2021

USGS Geospatial Information Response Team (GIRT) earns 2021 Esri SAG Award

The USGS, Geospatial Information Response Team has been selected to receive a Special Achievement in GIS Award at the 2021 Esri worldwide User’s...

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