Satellite Elevation Model

Studying the world with high-resolution satellite imagery and terrain data.

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WGS 84 / Pseudo-Mercator (EPSG:3857)
USGS National Elevation Dataset (LiDAR, 1 arc-second resolution)
Satellite imagery: 30m resolution

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Choropleth Relief Model

Model of Jamaica Bay, New York City that uses color-coded elevation data to visualize coastal vulnerability and terrain patterns.

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Elevation (Meters)

  • -20m to -10m
  • -10m to 0m
  • 0m to 2m
  • 2m to 4m
  • 4m to 6m
  • 6m to 8m
  • 8m to 10m
  • 10m to 20m
  • 20m to 30m
  • 30m to 40m
  • 40m to 50m
  • 50m to 60m
  • 60m+

Sources

WGS 84 / Pseudo-Mercator (EPSG:3857)
USGS National Elevation Dataset (LiDAR, 1 arc-second resolution)
Satellite imagery: 30m resolution

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Land Use and Governance Model

This model depicts areas in New York State that include major water resources and land that are zoned for agricultural production.

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WGS 84 / Pseudo-Mercator (EPSG:3857)
Vector data: NYS GIS Clearinghouse
Satellite imagery: 30m resolution

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Arizona Meteor Crater Model

Location: 35.02N, 111.02W
Age of impact: 50k yrs
Size of impact object: 50 meters

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WGS 84 / Pseudo-Mercator (EPSG:3857)
USGS National Elevation Dataset (LiDAR, 1 arc-second resolution)
Satellite imagery: 30m resolution

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