This document is the Elevation-Derived Hydrography Representation, Extraction, Attribution, and Delineation Rules (READ) Rules 2022 rev. A. It provides information on how to create Elevation-Derived Hydrography features from 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) data.
Christy-Ann M. Archuleta
Christy-Ann Archuleta is an Elevation-derived Hydrography Applied Researcher for the USGS National Geospatial Technical Operations Center, and is a geographer who specializes in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) .
Christy-Ann Archuleta is an Elevation-derived Hydrography Applied Researcher for the USGS National Geospatial Technical Operations Center, and is a geographer who specializes in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) . She has a Masters of Applied Geography from Texas State University (2001). From May 2005 until September 2011, Christy-Ann worked for the USGS Texas Water Science Center, and from October 2011 until the present she has worked for the USGS National Geospatial Technical Operations Center. Prior to working for the US Geological Survey, she worked as a GIS Analyst for the City of Austin Combined Transportation, Emergency and Communications Center (CTECC), for the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB), and for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). While working for the USGS, she has worked on a variety of GIS projects involving ArcGIS, ArcHydro, ArcGIS Server, and Web Mapping Application development.
Education
Masters of Applied Geography, Texas State University, May 2001
B.A. in Geography (Minor in Archaeology), University of Texas at Austin, May 1998
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Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules 2022 rev. A
This document is the Elevation-Derived Hydrography Representation, Extraction, Attribution, and Delineation Rules (READ) Rules 2022 rev. A. It provides information on how to create Elevation-Derived Hydrography features from 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) data.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules 2021 rev. A
This document is the Elevation-Derived Hydrography Representation, Extraction, Attribution, and Delineation Rules (READ) Rules 2021 rev. A. It provides information on how to create Elevation-Derived Hydrography features from 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) data.
This document is the Elevation-Derived Hydrography Representation, Extraction, Attribution, and Delineation Rules (READ) Rules 2021 rev. A. It provides information on how to create Elevation-Derived Hydrography features from 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) data.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules 2020 rev. A
This document is the Elevation-Derived Hydrography Representation, Extraction, Attribution, and Delineation Rules (READ) Rules 2020 rev. A. It provides information on how to create Elevation-Derived Hydrography features from 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) data.
This document is the Elevation-Derived Hydrography Representation, Extraction, Attribution, and Delineation Rules (READ) Rules 2020 rev. A. It provides information on how to create Elevation-Derived Hydrography features from 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) data.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Lake/Pond in North Carolina
North Fork Reservoir, North Carolina, is shown as an example of constructed lake/pond feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
North Fork Reservoir, North Carolina, is shown as an example of constructed lake/pond feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Stream/River
Nowitna River, Alaska, shown as an example of a stream/river hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Nowitna River, Alaska, shown as an example of a stream/river hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Stream River Long and Short Axes
A diagram showing shortest and longest axes of a stream/river feature in elevation-derived hydrography.
A diagram showing shortest and longest axes of a stream/river feature in elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Sink/Rise
Sink and rise features on Santa Fe River, Florida, shown as examples of sink/rise hydrographic features. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Sink and rise features on Santa Fe River, Florida, shown as examples of sink/rise hydrographic features. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Sea/Ocean
The Pacific Ocean near Yaquina Head, Newport, Oregon, is shown as an example of a sea/ocean hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
The Pacific Ocean near Yaquina Head, Newport, Oregon, is shown as an example of a sea/ocean hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Reservoir
Unnamed reservoir in Florida shown as an example of reservoir hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Unnamed reservoir in Florida shown as an example of reservoir hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Racetrack Playa in Death Valley, California, is shown as an example of playa feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have th
linkRacetrack Playa in Death Valley, California, is shown as an example of playa feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Racetrack Playa in Death Valley, California, is shown as an example of playa feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have th
linkRacetrack Playa in Death Valley, California, is shown as an example of playa feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Pipeline
The various pipelines that form the Governor Edmund G. Brown West Branch California Aqueduct are shown as an example of pipeline features. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S.
The various pipelines that form the Governor Edmund G. Brown West Branch California Aqueduct are shown as an example of pipeline features. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Low-Confidence Area, Snow-Cover
An area in the Alaska Range (150.8094829°W 62.9773695°N ) shown as an example of a low-confidence area, snow-cover. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
An area in the Alaska Range (150.8094829°W 62.9773695°N ) shown as an example of a low-confidence area, snow-cover. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Low-Confidence Area, Predetermined
A mangrove forest in western Florida shown as an example of a predetermined area of low confidence. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
A mangrove forest in western Florida shown as an example of a predetermined area of low confidence. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Artificial Path In and Out Flow
This is a diagram showing the artificial path inflow and outflow points of a lake/pond feature.
This is a diagram showing the artificial path inflow and outflow points of a lake/pond feature.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Lake/Pond
Crater Lake on Mount Mazama, Oregon, is shown as an example of natural lake/pond feature.
Crater Lake on Mount Mazama, Oregon, is shown as an example of natural lake/pond feature.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Dam/Weir
Hoover Dam on Lake Mead in Arizona, shown as an example of a dam/weir feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Hoover Dam on Lake Mead in Arizona, shown as an example of a dam/weir feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules:
A high-altitude mountain lake formed by a naturally occurring berm, is shown to provide an example of a TERRAIN BREACH CONNECTOR feature. Source data for elevation is 3DEP Ifsar, and the imagery is from the State of Alaska Open Data Geoportal.
A high-altitude mountain lake formed by a naturally occurring berm, is shown to provide an example of a TERRAIN BREACH CONNECTOR feature. Source data for elevation is 3DEP Ifsar, and the imagery is from the State of Alaska Open Data Geoportal.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Indefinite Surface Connector
Example of indefinite surface connector features providing network connectivity through an area without clear channelization.
Example of indefinite surface connector features providing network connectivity through an area without clear channelization.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules:
Highway 211 in Virginia crossing unnamed streams as examples of a culvert hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography
Highway 211 in Virginia crossing unnamed streams as examples of a culvert hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Connector
Oroville Dam, California, is shown to provide an example of a connector hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Oroville Dam, California, is shown to provide an example of a connector hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Canal/Ditch Diagram
Courtland and Superior Canals near the Nebraska-Kansas Stateline, shown as examples of canal/ditch features. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Courtland and Superior Canals near the Nebraska-Kansas Stateline, shown as examples of canal/ditch features. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
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Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules 2022 rev. A
This document is the Elevation-Derived Hydrography Representation, Extraction, Attribution, and Delineation Rules (READ) Rules 2022 rev. A. It provides information on how to create Elevation-Derived Hydrography features from 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) data.
This document is the Elevation-Derived Hydrography Representation, Extraction, Attribution, and Delineation Rules (READ) Rules 2022 rev. A. It provides information on how to create Elevation-Derived Hydrography features from 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) data.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules 2021 rev. A
This document is the Elevation-Derived Hydrography Representation, Extraction, Attribution, and Delineation Rules (READ) Rules 2021 rev. A. It provides information on how to create Elevation-Derived Hydrography features from 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) data.
This document is the Elevation-Derived Hydrography Representation, Extraction, Attribution, and Delineation Rules (READ) Rules 2021 rev. A. It provides information on how to create Elevation-Derived Hydrography features from 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) data.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules 2020 rev. A
This document is the Elevation-Derived Hydrography Representation, Extraction, Attribution, and Delineation Rules (READ) Rules 2020 rev. A. It provides information on how to create Elevation-Derived Hydrography features from 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) data.
This document is the Elevation-Derived Hydrography Representation, Extraction, Attribution, and Delineation Rules (READ) Rules 2020 rev. A. It provides information on how to create Elevation-Derived Hydrography features from 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) data.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Lake/Pond in North Carolina
North Fork Reservoir, North Carolina, is shown as an example of constructed lake/pond feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
North Fork Reservoir, North Carolina, is shown as an example of constructed lake/pond feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Stream/River
Nowitna River, Alaska, shown as an example of a stream/river hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Nowitna River, Alaska, shown as an example of a stream/river hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Stream River Long and Short Axes
A diagram showing shortest and longest axes of a stream/river feature in elevation-derived hydrography.
A diagram showing shortest and longest axes of a stream/river feature in elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Sink/Rise
Sink and rise features on Santa Fe River, Florida, shown as examples of sink/rise hydrographic features. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Sink and rise features on Santa Fe River, Florida, shown as examples of sink/rise hydrographic features. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Sea/Ocean
The Pacific Ocean near Yaquina Head, Newport, Oregon, is shown as an example of a sea/ocean hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
The Pacific Ocean near Yaquina Head, Newport, Oregon, is shown as an example of a sea/ocean hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Reservoir
Unnamed reservoir in Florida shown as an example of reservoir hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Unnamed reservoir in Florida shown as an example of reservoir hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Racetrack Playa in Death Valley, California, is shown as an example of playa feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have th
linkRacetrack Playa in Death Valley, California, is shown as an example of playa feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Racetrack Playa in Death Valley, California, is shown as an example of playa feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have th
linkRacetrack Playa in Death Valley, California, is shown as an example of playa feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Pipeline
The various pipelines that form the Governor Edmund G. Brown West Branch California Aqueduct are shown as an example of pipeline features. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S.
The various pipelines that form the Governor Edmund G. Brown West Branch California Aqueduct are shown as an example of pipeline features. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Low-Confidence Area, Snow-Cover
An area in the Alaska Range (150.8094829°W 62.9773695°N ) shown as an example of a low-confidence area, snow-cover. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
An area in the Alaska Range (150.8094829°W 62.9773695°N ) shown as an example of a low-confidence area, snow-cover. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Low-Confidence Area, Predetermined
A mangrove forest in western Florida shown as an example of a predetermined area of low confidence. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
A mangrove forest in western Florida shown as an example of a predetermined area of low confidence. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Artificial Path In and Out Flow
This is a diagram showing the artificial path inflow and outflow points of a lake/pond feature.
This is a diagram showing the artificial path inflow and outflow points of a lake/pond feature.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Lake/Pond
Crater Lake on Mount Mazama, Oregon, is shown as an example of natural lake/pond feature.
Crater Lake on Mount Mazama, Oregon, is shown as an example of natural lake/pond feature.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Dam/Weir
Hoover Dam on Lake Mead in Arizona, shown as an example of a dam/weir feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Hoover Dam on Lake Mead in Arizona, shown as an example of a dam/weir feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules:
A high-altitude mountain lake formed by a naturally occurring berm, is shown to provide an example of a TERRAIN BREACH CONNECTOR feature. Source data for elevation is 3DEP Ifsar, and the imagery is from the State of Alaska Open Data Geoportal.
A high-altitude mountain lake formed by a naturally occurring berm, is shown to provide an example of a TERRAIN BREACH CONNECTOR feature. Source data for elevation is 3DEP Ifsar, and the imagery is from the State of Alaska Open Data Geoportal.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Indefinite Surface Connector
Example of indefinite surface connector features providing network connectivity through an area without clear channelization.
Example of indefinite surface connector features providing network connectivity through an area without clear channelization.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules:
Highway 211 in Virginia crossing unnamed streams as examples of a culvert hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography
Highway 211 in Virginia crossing unnamed streams as examples of a culvert hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Connector
Oroville Dam, California, is shown to provide an example of a connector hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Oroville Dam, California, is shown to provide an example of a connector hydrographic feature. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Elevation-Derived Hydrography READ Rules: Canal/Ditch Diagram
Courtland and Superior Canals near the Nebraska-Kansas Stateline, shown as examples of canal/ditch features. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.
Courtland and Superior Canals near the Nebraska-Kansas Stateline, shown as examples of canal/ditch features. Source data are from the National Hydrography Dataset (U.S. Geological Survey, 2020), which is used to provide examples of hydrographic feature types but may not have the same density and other characteristics of elevation-derived hydrography.