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Num. NamesFeature ClassFeature CodeFeature Description
Administrative Boundary Features (country, state, region,...)
162.232A.ADM4fourth-order administrative divisiona subdivision of a third-order administrative division
145.543A.ADM3third-order administrative divisiona subdivision of a second-order administrative division
44.883A.ADM2second-order administrative divisiona subdivision of a first-order administrative division
36.038A.ADM5Hhistorical fifth-order administrative divisiona former fifth-order administrative division
33.791A.ADMDadministrative divisionan administrative division of a country, undifferentiated as to administrative level
15.149A.ADM5fifth-order administrative divisiona subdivision of a fourth-order administrative division
7.228A.ADM4Hhistorical fourth-order administrative divisiona former fourth-order administrative division
3.935A.ADM1first-order administrative divisiona primary administrative division of a country, such as a state in the United States
1.426A.ADM3Hhistorical third-order administrative divisiona former third-order administrative division
901A.ADM2Hhistorical second-order administrative divisiona former second-order administrative division
524A.ADM1Hhistorical first-order administrative divisiona former first-order administrative division
196A.PRSHparishan ecclesiastical district
193A.PCLIindependent political entity
187A.ADMDHhistorical administrative division a former administrative division of a political entity, undifferentiated as to administrative level
35A.PCLDdependent political entity
33A.ZNzone
18A.PCLHhistorical political entitya former political entity
18A.LTERleased areaa tract of land leased to another country, usually for military installations
7A.TERRterritory
7A.PCLIXsection of independent political entity
5A.PCLSsemi-independent political entity
4A.null
4A.ZNBbuffer zonea zone recognized as a buffer between two nations in which military presence is minimal or absent
3A.PCLpolitical entity
3A.PCLFfreely associated state
452.363 Total for A
Hydrographic Features (stream, lake, ...)
886.886H.STMstreama body of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land
268.628H.LKlakea large inland body of standing water
208.659H.STMIintermittent stream
110.776H.WLLwella cylindrical hole, pit, or tunnel drilled or dug down to a depth from which water, oil, or gas can be pumped or brought to the surface
92.649H.RSVreservoir(s)an artificial pond or lake
80.098H.SPNGspring(s)a place where ground water flows naturally out of the ground
78.316H.PNDponda small standing waterbody
75.998H.WADwadia valley or ravine, bounded by relatively steep banks, which in the rainy season becomes a watercourse; found primarily in North Africa and the Middle East
54.255H.MRSHmarsh(es)a wetland dominated by grass-like vegetation
50.517H.BAYbaya coastal indentation between two capes or headlands, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
49.603H.CNLcanalan artificial watercourse
28.943H.INLTinleta narrow waterway extending into the land, or connecting a bay or lagoon with a larger body of water
25.211H.RVNravine(s)a small, narrow, deep, steep-sided stream channel, smaller than a gorge
20.537H.RSVTwater tanka contained pool or tank of water at, below, or above ground level
17.345H.COVEcove(s)a small coastal indentation, smaller than a bay
17.282H.RSVIintermittent reservoir
11.756H.SWMPswampa wetland dominated by tree vegetation
10.654H.RFreef(s)a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material
10.282H.CHNchannelthe deepest part of a stream, bay, lagoon, or strait, through which the main current flows
8.563H.SHOLshoal(s)a surface-navigation hazard composed of unconsolidated material
8.257H.WTRHwaterhole(s)a natural hole, hollow, or small depression that contains water, used by man and animals, especially in arid areas
8.142H.GLCRglacier(s)a mass of ice, usually at high latitudes or high elevations, with sufficient thickness to flow away from the source area in lobes, tongues, or masses
7.875H.FLLSwaterfall(s)a perpendicular or very steep descent of the water of a stream
6.396H.RPDSrapidsa turbulent section of a stream associated with a steep, irregular stream bed
6.166H.LKIintermittent lake
5.757H.HBRharbor(s)a haven or space of deep water so sheltered by the adjacent land as to afford a safe anchorage for ships
4.948H.PNDIintermittent pond
4.767H.STMCcanalized streama stream that has been substantially ditched, diked, or straightened
4.453H.MOORmoor(s)an area of open ground overlaid with wet peaty soils
4.443H.CHNMmarine channelthat part of a body of water deep enough for navigation through an area otherwise not suitable
4.100H.STMDdistributary(-ies)a branch which flows away from the main stream, as in a delta or irrigation canal
4.080H.LKSlakeslarge inland bodies of standing water
4.001H.OVFoverfallsan area of breaking waves caused by the meeting of currents or by waves moving against the current
3.717H.STMBstream benda conspicuously curved or bent segment of a stream
3.457H.LGNlagoona shallow coastal waterbody, completely or partly separated from a larger body of water by a barrier island, coral reef or other depositional feature
3.408H.DTCHditcha small artificial watercourse dug for draining or irrigating the land
3.228H.POOLpool(s)a small and comparatively still, deep part of a larger body of water such as a stream or harbor; or a small body of standing water
3.138H.CRKTtidal creek(s)a meandering channel in a coastal wetland subject to bi-directional tidal currents
2.712H.WTLDwetlandan area subject to inundation, usually characterized by bog, marsh, or swamp vegetation
2.041H.BNKbank(s)an elevation, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for most surface navigation
2.009H.STMMstream mouth(s)a place where a stream discharges into a lagoon, lake, or the sea
1.946H.SBKHsabkha(s)a salt flat or salt encrusted plain subject to periodic inundation from flooding or high tides
1.927H.FJDfjorda long, narrow, steep-walled, deep-water arm of the sea at high latitudes, usually along mountainous coasts
1.796H.STRTstraita relatively narrow waterway, usually narrower and less extensive than a sound, connecting two larger bodies of water
1.728H.LKNsalt lakean inland body of salt water with no outlet
1.710H.STMXsection of stream
1.607H.BOGbog(s)a wetland characterized by peat forming sphagnum moss, sedge, and other acid-water plants
1.330H.LKOoxbow lakea crescent-shaped lake commonly found adjacent to meandering streams
1.283H.CNLSBunderground irrigation canal(s)a gently inclined underground tunnel bringing water for irrigation from aquifers
1.193H.ESTYestuarya funnel-shaped stream mouth or embayment where fresh water mixes with sea water under tidal influences
1.192H.STMAanabrancha diverging branch flowing out of a main stream and rejoining it downstream
1.181H.WTLDIintermittent wetland
1.059H.ANCHanchoragean area where vessels may anchor
943H.SDsounda long arm of the sea forming a channel between the mainland and an island or islands; or connecting two larger bodies of water
752H.BGHTbight(s)an open body of water forming a slight recession in a coastline
647H.WLLQabandoned well
568H.WTRCwatercoursea natural, well-defined channel produced by flowing water, or an artificial channel designed to carry flowing water
563H.LBEDlake bed(s)a dried up or drained area of a former lake
560H.CNLDdrainage canalan artificial waterway carrying water away from a wetland or from drainage ditches
545H.LKNIintermittent salt lake
514H.FLTTtidal flat(s)a large flat area of mud or sand attached to the shore and alternately covered and uncovered by the tide
499H.DCKdock(s)a waterway between two piers, or cut into the land for the berthing of ships
498H.FLTMmud flat(s)a relatively level area of mud either between high and low tide lines, or subject to flooding
497H.null
452H.LKXsection of lake
429H.RDSTroadsteadan open anchorage affording less protection than a harbor
394H.GULFgulfa large recess in the coastline, larger than a bay
350H.MRSHNsalt marsha flat area, subject to periodic salt water inundation, dominated by grassy salt-tolerant plants
347H.SYSIirrigation systema network of ditches and one or more of the following elements: water supply, reservoir, canal, pump, well, drain, etc.
340H.SPNThot spring(s)a place where hot ground water flows naturally out of the ground
313H.RFCcoral reef(s)a surface-navigation hazard composed of coral
307H.STMHheadwatersthe source and upper part of a stream, including the upper drainage basin
302H.PNDSpondssmall standing waterbodies
292H.DTCHIirrigation ditcha ditch which serves to distribute irrigation water
276H.RCHreacha straight section of a navigable stream or channel between two bends
260H.FISHfishing areaa fishing ground, bank or area where fishermen go to catch fish
237H.SEAseaa large body of salt water more or less confined by continuous land or chains of islands forming a subdivision of an ocean
229H.WADXsection of wadi
222H.MFGNsalt evaporation pondsdiked salt ponds used in the production of solar evaporated salt
220H.CNLQabandoned canal
219H.AIRSseaplane landing areaa place on a waterbody where floatplanes land and take off
219H.STMIXsection of intermittent stream
186H.CHNLlake channel(s)that part of a lake having water deep enough for navigation between islands, shoals, etc.
176H.STMSBlost rivera surface stream that disappears into an underground channel, or dries up in an arid area
165H.BNKRstream banka sloping margin of a stream channel which normally confines the stream to its channel on land
160H.CNLAaqueducta conduit used to carry water
156H.STMQabandoned watercoursea former stream or distributary no longer carrying flowing water, but still evident due to lakes, wetland, topographic or vegetation patterns
150H.DCKBdocking basina part of a harbor where ships dock
147H.LKCcrater lakea lake in a crater or caldera
136H.PNDSFfishpondsponds or enclosures in which fish are kept or raised
117H.NRWSnarrowsa navigable narrow part of a bay, strait, river, etc.
110H.MGVmangrove swampa tropical tidal mud flat characterized by mangrove vegetation
106H.PNDNsalt ponda small standing body of salt water often in a marsh or swamp, usually along a seacoast
94H.CNLXsection of canal
94H.CNFLconfluencea place where two or more streams or intermittent streams flow together
91H.POOLIintermittent pool
87H.CNLIirrigation canala canal which serves as a main conduit for irrigation water
66H.DTCHDdrainage ditcha ditch which serves to drain the land
66H.LKOIintermittent oxbow lake
65H.WADJwadi junctiona place where two or more wadies join
62H.CHNNnavigation channela buoyed channel of sufficient depth for the safe navigation of vessels
62H.CNLNnavigation canal(s)a watercourse constructed for navigation of vessels
58H.CAPGicecapa dome-shaped mass of glacial ice covering an area of mountain summits or other high lands; smaller than an ice sheet
56H.WADMwadi mouththe lower terminus of a wadi where it widens into an adjoining floodplain, depression, or waterbody
32H.CUTFcutoffa channel formed as a result of a stream cutting through a meander neck
31H.CRNTcurrenta horizontal flow of water in a given direction with uniform velocity
29H.GYSRgeysera type of hot spring with intermittent eruptions of jets of hot water and steam
23H.STMSstreamsbodies of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land
23H.HBRXsection of harbor
20H.BNKXsection of bank
17H.OCNoceanone of the major divisions of the vast expanse of salt water covering part of the earth
17H.WADBwadi benda conspicuously curved or bent segment of a wadi
16H.LGNSlagoonsshallow coastal waterbodies, completely or partly separated from a larger body of water by a barrier island, coral reef or other depositional feature
16H.LGNXsection of lagoon
15H.TNLCcanal tunnela tunnel through which a canal passes
12H.RFXsection of reef
12H.DOMGicecap domea comparatively elevated area on an icecap
11H.WLLSwellscylindrical holes, pits, or tunnels drilled or dug down to a depth from which water, oil, or gas can be pumped or brought to the surface
9H.SPNSsulphur spring(s)a place where sulphur ground water flows naturally out of the ground
8H.WHRLwhirlpoola turbulent, rotating movement of water in a stream
7H.BAYSbayscoastal indentations between two capes or headlands, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
5H.FLLSXsection of waterfall(s)
5H.PNDNIintermittent salt pond(s)
4H.CNLBcanal benda conspicuously curved or bent section of a canal
3H.DTCHMditch mouth(s)an area where a drainage ditch enters a lagoon, lake or bay
3H.WADSwadiesvalleys or ravines, bounded by relatively steep banks, which in the rainy season become watercourses; found primarily in North Africa and the Middle East
3H.INLTQformer inletan inlet which has been filled in, or blocked by deposits
2H.LKSCcrater lakeslakes in a crater or caldera
2H.LKSNsalt lakesinland bodies of salt water with no outlet
2H.DPRGicecap depressiona comparatively depressed area on an icecap
1H.LKSIintermittent lakes
1H.PNDSIintermittent ponds
1H.LKSBunderground lakea standing body of water in a cave
1H.PNDSNsalt pondssmall standing bodies of salt water often in a marsh or swamp, usually along a seacoast
1H.RDGGicecap ridgea linear elevation on an icecap
2.236.741 Total for H
Area Features (parks,area, ...)
165.833L.LCTYlocalitya minor area or place of unspecified or mixed character and indefinite boundaries
88.358L.PRKparkan area, often of forested land, maintained as a place of beauty, or for recreation
74.047L.AREAareaa tract of land without homogeneous character or boundaries
16.281L.FLDfield(s)an open as opposed to wooded area
15.161L.RESFforest reservea forested area set aside for preservation or controlled use
13.946L.GRAZgrazing areaan area of grasses and shrubs used for grazing
10.178L.RESreservea tract of public land reserved for future use or restricted as to use
5.642L.TRBtribal areaa tract of land used by nomadic or other tribes
5.550L.OILFoilfieldan area containing a subterranean store of petroleum of economic value
3.789L.INDSindustrial areaan area characterized by industrial activity
3.026L.RESVreservationa tract of land set aside for aboriginal, tribal, or native populations
2.523L.PRTporta place provided with terminal and transfer facilities for loading and discharging waterborne cargo or passengers, usually located in a harbor
2.331L.RGNregionan area distinguished by one or more observable physical or cultural characteristics
1.897L.RESNnature reservean area reserved for the maintenance of a natural habitat
1.838L.AGRCagricultural colonya tract of land set aside for agricultural settlement
1.367L.DEVHhousing developmenta tract of land on which many houses of similar design are built according to a development plan
753L.SALTsalt areaa shallow basin or flat where salt accumulates after periodic inundation
647L.AMUSamusement parkAmusement Park are theme parks, adventure parks offering entertainment, similar to funfairs but with a fix location
596L.RESAagricultural reservea tract of land reserved for agricultural reclamation and/or development
534L.CTRBbusiness centera place where a number of businesses are located
438L.RESWwildlife reservea tract of public land reserved for the preservation of wildlife
418L.OASoasis(-es)an area in a desert made productive by the availability of water
314L.FLDIirrigated field(s)a tract of level or terraced land which is irrigated
273L.CSTcoasta zone of variable width straddling the shoreline
260L.CLGclearingan area in a forest with trees removed
208L.MILBmilitary basea place used by an army or other armed service for storing arms and supplies, and for accommodating and training troops, a base from which operations can be initiated
155L.GASFgasfieldan area containing a subterranean store of natural gas of economic value
106L.CMNcommona park or pasture for community use
101L.RGNHhistorical regiona former historic area distinguished by one or more observable physical or cultural characteristics
99L.RESHhunting reservea tract of land used primarily for hunting
99L.BSNDdrainage basinan area drained by a stream
98L.SNOWsnowfieldan area of permanent snow and ice forming the accumulation area of a glacier
94L.MNAmining areaan area of mine sites where minerals and ores are extracted
71L.BTLbattlefielda site of a land battle of historical importance
61L.RGNEeconomic regiona region of a country established for economic development or for statistical purposes
48L.LANDarctic landa tract of land in the Arctic
38L.MVAmaneuver areaa tract of land where military field exercises are carried out
29L.null
29L.CNSconcession areaa lease of land by a government for economic development, e.g., mining, forestry
28L.NVBnaval basean area used to store supplies, provide barracks for troops and naval personnel, a port for naval vessels, and from which operations are initiated
24L.COLFcoalfielda region in which coal deposits of possible economic value occur
24L.RGNLlake regiona tract of land distinguished by numerous lakes
21L.PEATpeat cutting areaan area where peat is harvested
19L.RNGAartillery rangea tract of land used for artillery firing practice
14L.GVLgravel areaan area covered with gravel
9L.RESPpalm tree reservean area of palm trees where use is controlled
7L.CONTcontinentcontinent: Europe, Africa, Asia, North America, South America, Oceania, Antarctica
4L.BSNPpetroleum basinan area underlain by an oil-rich structural basin
1L.QCKSquicksandan area where loose sand with water moving through it may become unstable when heavy objects are placed at the surface, causing them to sink
417.387 Total for L
Populated Place Features (city, village,...)
4.362.543P.PPLpopulated placea city, town, village, or other agglomeration of buildings where people live and work
163.294P.PPLLpopulated localityan area similar to a locality but with a small group of dwellings or other buildings
122.743P.PPLXsection of populated place
48.400P.PPLQabandoned populated place
28.216P.PPLA3seat of a third-order administrative division
26.666P.PPLA4seat of a fourth-order administrative division
20.453P.PPLA2seat of a second-order administrative division
13.451P.PPLFfarm villagea populated place where the population is largely engaged in agricultural activities
3.516P.PPLAseat of a first-order administrative divisionseat of a first-order administrative division (PPLC takes precedence over PPLA)
2.420P.PPLWdestroyed populated placea village, town or city destroyed by a natural disaster, or by war
1.037P.PPLHhistorical populated placea populated place that no longer exists
241P.PPLCcapital of a political entity
225P.PPLCHhistorical capital of a political entitya former capital of a political entity
217P.STLMTisraeli settlement
149P.PPLSpopulated placescities, towns, villages, or other agglomerations of buildings where people live and work
141P.PPLRreligious populated placea populated place whose population is largely engaged in religious occupations
25P.null
24P.PPLA5seat of a fifth-order administrative division
16P.PPLGseat of government of a political entity
4.793.777 Total for P
Road / Railroad Features (road, railroad )
15.695R.RDJCTroad junctiona place where two or more roads join
12.426R.TRLtraila path, track, or route used by pedestrians, animals, or off-road vehicles
10.537R.STstreeta paved urban thoroughfare
8.710R.RDroadan open way with improved surface for transportation of animals, people and vehicles
1.544R.TNLtunnela subterranean passageway for transportation
881R.RRrailroada permanent twin steel-rail track on which freight and passenger cars move long distances
619R.PTGEportagea place where boats, goods, etc., are carried overland between navigable waters
519R.TNLRDroad tunnela tunnel through which a road passes
405R.TNLRRrailroad tunnela tunnel through which a railroad passes
207R.RYDrailroad yarda system of tracks used for the making up of trains, and switching and storing freight cars
166R.CSWYcausewaya raised roadway across wet ground or shallow water
141R.RJCTrailroad junctiona place where two or more railroad tracks join
94R.RRQabandoned railroad
44R.PRMNpromenadea place for public walking, usually along a beach front
34R.OILPoil pipelinea pipeline used for transporting oil
32R.RDBroad benda conspicuously curved or bent section of a road
27R.RDAancient roadthe remains of a road used by ancient cultures
12R.null
10R.RTEcaravan routethe route taken by caravans
6R.RDCUTroad cutan excavation cut through a hill or ridge for a road
3R.STKRstock routea route taken by livestock herds
52.112 Total for R
Spot Features (spot, building, farm)
334.250S.FRMfarma tract of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture
292.157S.SCHschoolbuilding(s) where instruction in one or more branches of knowledge takes place
250.464S.CHchurcha building for public Christian worship
241.381S.HTLhotela building providing lodging and/or meals for the public
151.730S.BLDGbuilding(s)a structure built for permanent use, as a house, factory, etc.
149.249S.CMTYcemeterya burial place or ground
89.320S.null
68.711S.DAMdama barrier constructed across a stream to impound water
66.179S.RSTNrailroad stationa facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading train passengers and freight
53.000S.POpost officea public building in which mail is received, sorted and distributed
49.443S.HMSDhomesteada residence, owner's or manager's, on a sheep or cattle station, woolshed, outcamp, or Aboriginal outstation, specific to Australia and New Zealand
43.520S.HSEhouse(s)a building used as a human habitation
42.724S.MNmine(s)a site where mineral ores are extracted from the ground by excavating surface pits and subterranean passages
41.549S.MSTYmonasterya building and grounds where a community of monks lives in seclusion
39.856S.BDGbridgea structure erected across an obstacle such as a stream, road, etc., in order to carry roads, railroads, and pedestrians across
31.204S.CMPcamp(s)a site occupied by tents, huts, or other shelters for temporary use
29.211S.TOWRtowera high conspicuous structure, typically much higher than its diameter
28.074S.SHRNshrinea structure or place memorializing a person or religious concept
23.339S.AIRPairporta place where aircraft regularly land and take off, with runways, navigational aids, and major facilities for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo
22.054S.BUSTPbus stopa place lacking station facilities
21.665S.HSPhospitala building in which sick or injured, especially those confined to bed, are medically treated
18.806S.ESTestate(s)a large commercialized agricultural landholding with associated buildings and other facilities
17.798S.RNCHranch(es)a large farm specializing in extensive grazing of livestock
17.664S.RUINruin(s)a destroyed or decayed structure which is no longer functional
17.635S.MALLmallA large, often enclosed shopping complex containing various stores, businesses, and restaurants usually accessible by common passageways.
12.743S.LIBRlibraryA place in which information resources such as books are kept for reading, reference, or lending.
12.741S.TRIGtriangulation stationa point on the earth whose position has been determined by triangulation
11.708S.HSPCclinica medical facility associated with a hospital for outpatients
11.008S.AIRFairfielda place on land where aircraft land and take off; no facilities provided for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo
10.699S.TMBtomb(s)a structure for interring bodies
10.216S.MUSmuseuma building where objects of permanent interest in one or more of the arts and sciences are preserved and exhibited
9.760S.MSQEmosquea building for public Islamic worship
9.739S.FRMTfarmsteadthe buildings and adjacent service areas of a farm
9.178S.RECGgolf coursea recreation field where golf is played
8.957S.RSTPrailroad stopa place lacking station facilities where trains stop to pick up and unload passengers and freight
8.596S.TMPLtemple(s)an edifice dedicated to religious worship
7.599S.HUThuta small primitive house
6.188S.ADMFadministrative facilitya government building
5.946S.RSRTresorta specialized facility for vacation, health, or participation sports activities
5.343S.CSTLcastlea large fortified building or set of buildings
5.131S.ANSarchaeological/prehistoric sitea place where archeological remains, old structures, or cultural artifacts are located
4.758S.AIRHheliporta place where helicopters land and take off
4.639S.SQRsquarea broad, open, public area near the center of a town or city
4.554S.MFGfactoryone or more buildings where goods are manufactured, processed or fabricated
4.279S.HSTShistorical sitea place of historical importance
4.240S.CTRRreligious centera facility where more than one religious activity is carried out, e.g., retreat, school, monastery, worship
4.220S.FRMQabandoned farm
4.123S.RSDrailroad sidinga short track parallel to and joining the main track
4.035S.FTforta defensive structure or earthworks
4.028S.AIRQabandoned airfield
3.807S.PSpower stationa facility for generating electric power
3.650S.CAVEcave(s)an underground passageway or chamber, or cavity on the side of a cliff
3.627S.MNMTmonumenta commemorative structure or statue
3.468S.LTHSElighthousea distinctive structure exhibiting a major navigation light
3.436S.HSECcountry housea large house, mansion, or chateau, on a large estate
3.401S.SCHCcollegethe grounds and buildings of an institution of higher learning
3.184S.LDNGlandinga place where boats receive or discharge passengers and freight, but lacking most port facilities
3.066S.INSMmilitary installationa facility for use of and control by armed forces
3.064S.STDMstadiuma structure with an enclosure for athletic games with tiers of seats for spectators
3.004S.SWTsewage treatment plantfacility for the processing of sewage and/or wastewater
2.994S.MSSNmissiona place characterized by dwellings, school, church, hospital and other facilities operated by a religious group for the purpose of providing charitable services and to propagate religion
2.701S.CRRLcorral(s)a pen or enclosure for confining or capturing animals
2.670S.MKTmarketa place where goods are bought and sold at regular intervals
2.481S.GDNgarden(s)an enclosure for displaying selected plant or animal life
2.247S.PPpolice posta building in which police are stationed
2.049S.MLWNDwindmilla mill or water pump powered by wind
2.014S.PALpalacea large stately house, often a royal or presidential residence
1.918S.RESTrestaurantA place where meals are served to the public
1.875S.STNFforest stationa collection of buildings and facilities for carrying out forest management
1.816S.BANKbankA business establishment in which money is kept for saving or commercial purposes or is invested, supplied for loans, or exchanged.
1.779S.RSTNQabandoned railroad station
1.758S.FCLfacilitya building or buildings housing a center, institute, foundation, hospital, prison, mission, courthouse, etc.
1.751S.ESTXsection of estate
1.724S.MTROmetro stationmetro station (Underground, Tube, or Metro)
1.661S.GRVEgravea burial site
1.652S.BCNbeacona fixed artificial navigation mark
1.637S.MARmarinaa harbor facility for small boats, yachts, etc.
1.559S.STNMmeteorological stationa station at which weather elements are recorded
1.410S.MLmill(s)a building housing machines for transforming, shaping, finishing, grinding, or extracting products
1.385S.THTRtheatera building or outdoor area used for live theatrical presentations, concerts, opera or dance productions, cinema, and/or other stage productions
1.379S.UNIVuniversityAn institution for higher learning with teaching and research facilities constituting a graduate school and professional schools that award master's degrees and doctorates and an undergraduate division that awards bachelor's degrees.
1.303S.ATHFathletic fielda tract of land used for playing team sports, and athletic track and field events
1.290S.RHSEresthousea structure maintained for the rest and shelter of travelers
1.234S.MNQabandoned mine
1.038S.WHRFwharf(-ves)a structure of open rather than solid construction along a shore or a bank which provides berthing for ships and cargo-handling facilities
998S.RDCRtraffic circlea road junction formed around a central circle about which traffic moves in one direction only
993S.BPboundary markera fixture marking a point along a boundary
991S.RETstorea building where goods and/or services are offered for sale
972S.CMPQabandoned camp
968S.PSTPpatrol posta post from which patrols are sent out
872S.ARCHarcha natural or man-made structure in the form of an arch
854S.PSTBborder posta post or station at an international boundary for the regulation of movement of people and goods
847S.SHSEstorehousea building for storing goods, especially provisions
820S.PIERpiera structure built out into navigable water on piles providing berthing for ships and recreation
786S.CTRCMcommunity centera facility for community recreation and other activities
761S.ESTRrubber plantationan estate which specializes in growing and tapping rubber trees
732S.OBPTobservation pointa wildlife or scenic observation point
697S.RECRracetracka track where races are held
652S.AIRBairbasean area used to store supplies, provide barracks for air force personnel, hangars and runways for aircraft, and from which operations are initiated
614S.PMPWwater pumping stationa facility for pumping water from a major well or through a pipeline
611S.SCHTtechnical schoolpost-secondary school with a specifically technical or vocational curriculum
596S.MNQRquarry(-ies)a surface mine where building stone or gravel and sand, etc. are extracted
590S.STBLstablea building for the shelter and feeding of farm animals, especially horses
578S.BLDOoffice buildingcommercial building where business and/or services are conducted
575S.PGDApagodaa tower-like storied structure, usually a Buddhist shrine
555S.AGRFagricultural facilitya building and/or tract of land used for improving agriculture
546S.BRKSbarracksa building for lodging military personnel
527S.LNDFlandfilla place for trash and garbage disposal in which the waste is buried between layers of earth to build up low-lying land
511S.MLSWsawmilla mill where logs or lumber are sawn to specified shapes and sizes
509S.COMCcommunication centera facility, including buildings, antennae, towers and electronic equipment for receiving and transmitting information
501S.CARNcairna heap of stones erected as a landmark or for other purposes
483S.DIPdiplomatic facilityoffice, residence, or facility of a foreign government, which may include an embassy, consulate, chancery, office of charge d'affaires, or other diplomatic, economic, military, or cultural mission
462S.ESTOoil palm plantationan estate specializing in the cultivation of oil palm trees
452S.ESTTtea plantationan estate which specializes in growing tea bushes
446S.STNBscientific research basea scientific facility used as a base from which research is carried out or monitored
434S.CTRMmedical centera complex of health care buildings including two or more of the following: hospital, medical school, clinic, pharmacy, doctor's offices, etc.
431S.GATEgatea controlled access entrance or exit
430S.ZOOzooa zoological garden or park where wild animals are kept for exhibition
425S.ITTRresearch institutea facility where research is carried out
423S.FYferrya boat or other floating conveyance and terminal facilities regularly used to transport people and vehicles across a waterbody
421S.BUSTNbus stationa facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading passengers
402S.GHSEguest housea house used to provide lodging for paying guests
357S.PSHhydroelectric power stationa building where electricity is generated from water power
336S.MNCcoal mine(s)a mine where coal is extracted
318S.PRNprisona facility for confining prisoners
301S.CTHSEcourthousea building in which courts of law are held
296S.RSTPQabandoned railroad stop
295S.SPAspaa resort area usually developed around a medicinal spring
249S.MLSGsugar milla facility where sugar cane is processed into raw sugar
247S.JTYjettya structure built out into the water at a river mouth or harbor entrance to regulate currents and silting
247S.TOLLtoll gate/barrierhighway toll collection station
246S.FRMSfarmstracts of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture
245S.TNKDcattle dipping tanka small artificial pond used for immersing cattle in chemically treated water for disease control
242S.RLGreligious sitean ancient site of significant religious importance
240S.AMTHamphitheateran oval or circular structure with rising tiers of seats about a stage or open space
235S.CSNOcasinoa building used for entertainment, especially gambling
229S.PKLTparking lotan area used for parking vehicles
225S.WTRWwaterworksa facility for supplying potable water through a water source and a system of pumps and filtration beds
225S.MLWTRwater milla mill powered by running water
224S.DARYdairya facility for the processing, sale and distribution of milk or milk products
222S.ASTRastronomical stationa point on the earth whose position has been determined by observations of celestial bodies
221S.SCHMmilitary schoola school at which military science forms the core of the curriculum
215S.CMPLlogging campa camp used by loggers
209S.HLThalting placea place where caravans stop for rest
208S.QUAYquaya structure of solid construction along a shore or bank which provides berthing for ships and which generally provides cargo handling facilities
207S.RDINintersectiona junction of two or more highways by a system of separate levels that permit traffic to pass from one to another without the crossing of traffic streams
206S.DAMQruined dama destroyed or decayed dam which is no longer functional
203S.STNRradio stationa facility for producing and transmitting information by radio waves
183S.LOCKlock(s)a basin in a waterway with gates at each end by means of which vessels are passed from one water level to another
183S.DIKEdikean earth or stone embankment usually constructed for flood or stream control
164S.SNTRsanatoriuma facility where victims of physical or mental disorders are treated
162S.SLCEsluicea conduit or passage for carrying off surplus water from a waterbody, usually regulated by means of a sluice gate
159S.MFGBbreweryone or more buildings where beer is brewed
156S.CVNTconventa building where a community of nuns lives in seclusion
153S.RSGNLrailroad signala signal at the entrance of a particular section of track governing the movement of trains
150S.CMPRFrefugee campa camp used by refugees
149S.PMPOoil pumping stationa facility for pumping oil through a pipeline
147S.OILWoil wella well from which oil may be pumped
147S.CSTMcustoms housea building in a port where customs and duties are paid, and where vessels are entered and cleared
144S.TRANTtransit terminalfacilities for the handling of vehicular freight and passengers
138S.RLGRretreata place of temporary seclusion, especially for religious groups
136S.BRKWbreakwatera structure erected to break the force of waves at the entrance to a harbor or port
136S.SCHAagricultural schoola school with a curriculum focused on agriculture
126S.GOVLlocal government officea facility housing local governmental offices, usually a city, town, or village hall
121S.CMPLAlabor campa camp used by migrant or temporary laborers
119S.ESTSGsugar plantationan estate that specializes in growing sugar cane
117S.MNAUgold mine(s)a mine where gold ore, or alluvial gold is extracted
115S.NSYnursery(-ies)a place where plants are propagated for transplanting or grafting
110S.OILRoil refinerya facility for converting crude oil into refined petroleum products
106S.OBSobservatorya facility equipped for observation of atmospheric or space phenomena
106S.AQCaquaculture facilityfacility or area for the cultivation of aquatic animals and plants, especially fish, shellfish, and seaweed, in natural or controlled marine or freshwater environments; underwater agriculture
106S.WRCKwreckthe site of the remains of a wrecked vessel
91S.MNCUcopper mine(s)a mine where copper ore is extracted
90S.SYGsynagoguea place for Jewish worship and religious instruction
86S.MOLEmolea massive structure of masonry or large stones serving as a pier or breakwater
85S.HUTShutssmall primitive houses
83S.OPRAopera houseA theater designed chiefly for the performance of operas.
80S.GHATghata set of steps leading to a river, which are of religious significance, and at their base is usually a platform for bathing
79S.WALLwalla thick masonry structure, usually enclosing a field or building, or forming the side of a structure
78S.TRMOoil pipeline terminala tank farm or loading facility at the end of an oil pipeline
75S.STNIinspection stationa station at which vehicles, goods, and people are inspected
73S.TRAMtramrail vehicle along urban streets (also known as streetcar or trolley)
72S.BLDAapartment buildinga building containing several individual apartments
71S.MFGSGsugar refinerya facility for converting raw sugar into refined sugar
69S.CTRFfacility centera place where more than one facility is situated
69S.OILTtank farma tract of land occupied by large, cylindrical, metal tanks in which oil or liquid petrochemicals are stored
68S.DPOFfuel depotan area where fuel is stored
67S.WALLAancient wallthe remains of a linear defensive stone structure
66S.DCKYdockyarda facility for servicing, building, or repairing ships
66S.DCKDdry docka dock providing support for a vessel, and means for removing the water so that the bottom of the vessel can be exposed
63S.HERMhermitagea secluded residence, usually for religious sects
62S.FYTferry terminala place where ferries pick-up and discharge passengers, vehicles and or cargo
62S.WEIRweir(s)a small dam in a stream, designed to raise the water level or to divert stream flow through a desired channel
60S.VETFveterinary facilitya building or camp at which veterinary services are available
59S.MNFEiron mine(s)a mine where iron ore is extracted
59S.MFGQabandoned factory
57S.CMPMNmining campa camp used by miners
52S.PRKHQpark headquartersa park administrative facility
49S.STNCcoast guard stationa facility from which the coast is guarded by armed vessels
47S.GOSPgas-oil separator planta facility for separating gas from oil
43S.MLOolive oil milla mill where oil is extracted from olives
41S.ATMautomatic teller machineAn unattended electronic machine in a public place, connected to a data system and related equipment and activated by a bank customer to obtain cash withdrawals and other banking services.
40S.STNEexperiment stationa facility for carrying out experiments
38S.PPQabandoned police post
37S.MFGCcannerya building where food items are canned
33S.ARTpiece of arta piece of art, like a sculpture, painting. In contrast to monument (MNMT) it is not commemorative.
32S.ARCHVarchivea place or institution where documents are preserved
31S.HSPDdispensarya building where medical or dental aid is dispensed
30S.CMPOoil campa camp used by oilfield workers
30S.MNNsalt mine(s)a mine from which salt is extracted
29S.BTYDboatyarda waterside facility for servicing, repairing, and building small vessels
28S.DAMSBsub-surface dama dam put down to bedrock in a sand river
27S.PYRpyramidan ancient massive structure of square ground plan with four triangular faces meeting at a point and used for enclosing tombs
26S.RKRYrookerya breeding place of a colony of birds or seals
26S.STNSsatellite stationa facility for tracking and communicating with orbiting satellites
25S.PRKGTpark gatea controlled access to a park
24S.PRNJreformatorya facility for confining, training, and reforming young law offenders
23S.MLSGQformer sugar milla sugar mill no longer used as a sugar mill
22S.HSPLleprosariuman asylum or hospital for lepers
21S.MFGPHphosphate worksa facility for producing fertilizer
20S.USGEunited states government establishmenta facility operated by the United States Government in Panama
19S.FNDYfoundrya building or works where metal casting is carried out
19S.ZNFfree trade zonean area, usually a section of a port, where goods may be received and shipped free of customs duty and of most customs regulations
19S.TWOtemp work officeTemporary Work Offices
18S.BDGQruined bridgea destroyed or decayed bridge which is no longer functional
18S.MNCRchrome mine(s)a mine where chrome ore is extracted
17S.CTRAatomic centera facility where atomic research is carried out
17S.CTRSspace centera facility for launching, tracking, or controlling satellites and space vehicles
16S.SHPFsheepfolda fence or wall enclosure for sheep and other small herd animals
14S.MSSNQabandoned mission
14S.OILQabandoned oil well
13S.LEPCleper colonya settled area inhabited by lepers in relative isolation
13S.OILJoil pipeline junctiona section of an oil pipeline where two or more pipes join together
13S.BURburial cave(s)a cave used for human burials
13S.AIRTterminalairport facilities for the handling of freight and passengers
12S.ASYLasyluma facility where the insane are cared for and protected
12S.OBSRradio observatorya facility equipped with an array of antennae for receiving radio waves from space
12S.SCHNmaritime schoola school at which maritime sciences form the core of the curriculum
11S.MFGMmunitions planta factory where ammunition is made
11S.MLMore treatment planta facility for improving the metal content of ore by concentration
11S.SCHLlanguage schoolLanguage Schools & Institutions
9S.STPSstepsstones or slabs placed for ease in ascending or descending a steep slope
8S.MFGLMlimekilna furnace in which limestone is reduced to lime
8S.NOVnovitiatea religious house or school where novices are trained
8S.PSNnuclear power stationnuclear power station
7S.SPLYspillwaya passage or outlet through which surplus water flows over, around or through a dam
7S.STNWwhaling stationa facility for butchering whales and processing train oil
7S.UNIPuniversity prep schoolUniversity Preparation Schools & Institutions
7S.PSTCcustoms posta building at an international boundary where customs and duties are paid on goods
6S.BSTNbaling stationa facility for baling agricultural products
5S.MFGCUcopper worksa facility for processing copper ore
3S.SECPState Exam Prep Centrestate exam preparation centres
3S.PRNQabandoned prison
3S.PYRSpyramidsancient massive structures of square ground plan with four triangular faces meeting at a point and used for enclosing tombs
2.440.626 Total for S
Hypsographic Features (mountain,hill,rock,... )
402.858T.MTmountainan elevation standing high above the surrounding area with small summit area, steep slopes and local relief of 300m or more
383.169T.HLLhilla rounded elevation of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m
154.475T.ISLislanda tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water
135.638T.VALvalleyan elongated depression usually traversed by a stream
85.621T.PTpointa tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape
46.761T.PKpeaka pointed elevation atop a mountain, ridge, or other hypsographic feature
42.501T.PASSpassa break in a mountain range or other high obstruction, used for transportation from one side to the other [See also gap]
41.704T.RDGEridge(s)a long narrow elevation with steep sides, and a more or less continuous crest
29.022T.CAPEcapea land area, more prominent than a point, projecting into the sea and marking a notable change in coastal direction
28.319T.RKrocka conspicuous, isolated rocky mass
27.697T.MTSmountainsa mountain range or a group of mountains or high ridges
22.333T.PLNplain(s)an extensive area of comparatively level to gently undulating land, lacking surface irregularities, and usually adjacent to a higher area
18.467T.HLLShillsrounded elevations of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m
16.574T.ISLETisletsmall island, bigger than rock, smaller than island.
14.321T.BCHbeacha shore zone of coarse unconsolidated sediment that extends from the low-water line to the highest reach of storm waves
14.202T.SLPslope(s)a surface with a relatively uniform slope angle
11.720T.SPURspur(s)a subordinate ridge projecting outward from a hill, mountain or other elevation
11.434T.DPRdepression(s)a low area surrounded by higher land and usually characterized by interior drainage
11.047T.HDLDheadlanda high projection of land extending into a large body of water beyond the line of the coast
10.754T.CLFcliff(s)a high, steep to perpendicular slope overlooking a waterbody or lower area
9.555T.DUNEdune(s)a wave form, ridge or star shape feature composed of sand
8.676T.GAPgapa low place in a ridge, not used for transportation
7.285T.ISLSislandstracts of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water
6.814T.RKSrocksconspicuous, isolated rocky masses
6.775T.MESAmesa(s)a flat-topped, isolated elevation with steep slopes on all sides, less extensive than a plateau
5.589T.BARbara shallow ridge or mound of coarse unconsolidated material in a stream channel, at the mouth of a stream, estuary, or lagoon and in the wave-break zone along coasts
3.933T.PENpeninsulaan elongate area of land projecting into a body of water and nearly surrounded by water
3.663T.GRGEgorge(s)a short, narrow, steep-sided section of a stream valley
3.638T.CNYNcanyona deep, narrow valley with steep sides cutting into a plateau or mountainous area
3.192T.UPLDuplandan extensive interior region of high land with low to moderate surface relief
2.179T.PANpana near-level shallow, natural depression or basin, usually containing an intermittent lake, pond, or pool
2.040T.MNDmound(s)a low, isolated, rounded hill
1.983T.SCRPescarpmenta long line of cliffs or steep slopes separating level surfaces above and below
1.910T.PLDRpolderan area reclaimed from the sea by diking and draining
1.760T.FORDforda shallow part of a stream which can be crossed on foot or by land vehicle
1.556T.PLATplateauan elevated plain with steep slopes on one or more sides, and often with incised streams
1.509T.SANDsand areaa tract of land covered with sand
1.219T.NTKnunataka rock or mountain peak protruding through glacial ice
1.194T.ISLXsection of island
1.087T.TRGDinterdune trough(s)a long wind-swept trough between parallel longitudinal dunes
1.065T.SDLsaddlea broad, open pass crossing a ridge or between hills or mountains
1.013T.LEVleveea natural low embankment bordering a distributary or meandering stream; often built up artificially to control floods
827T.VLCvolcanoa conical elevation composed of volcanic materials with a crater at the top
820T.SBEDdry stream beda channel formerly containing the water of a stream
807T.PROMpromontory(-ies)a bluff or prominent hill overlooking or projecting into a lowland
724T.BNCHbencha long, narrow bedrock platform bounded by steeper slopes above and below, usually overlooking a waterbody
626T.BLOWblowout(s)a small depression in sandy terrain, caused by wind erosion
597T.ISLTland-tied islanda coastal island connected to the mainland by barrier beaches, levees or dikes
577T.KRSTkarst areaa distinctive landscape developed on soluble rock such as limestone characterized by sinkholes, caves, disappearing streams, and underground drainage
564T.BUTEbutte(s)a small, isolated, usually flat-topped hill with steep sides
557T.CRTRcrater(s)a generally circular saucer or bowl-shaped depression caused by volcanic or meteorite explosive action
531T.SHORshorea narrow zone bordering a waterbody which covers and uncovers at high and low water, respectively
511T.SINKsinkholea small crater-shape depression in a karst area
485T.LAVAlava areaan area of solidified lava
442T.ERGsandy desertan extensive tract of shifting sand and sand dunes
421T.CRQcirquea bowl-like hollow partially surrounded by cliffs or steep slopes at the head of a glaciated valley
383T.CONEcone(s)a conical landform composed of mud or volcanic material
348T.TRRterracea long, narrow alluvial platform bounded by steeper slopes above and below, usually overlooking a waterbody
346T.SPITspita narrow, straight or curved continuation of a beach into a waterbody
331T.DSRTdeserta large area with little or no vegetation due to extreme environmental conditions
320T.HMCKhammock(s)a patch of ground, distinct from and slightly above the surrounding plain or wetland. Often occurs in groups
301T.ATOLatoll(s)a ring-shaped coral reef which has closely spaced islands on it encircling a lagoon
235T.PKSpeakspointed elevations atop a mountain, ridge, or other hypsographic features
233T.NTKSnunataksrocks or mountain peaks protruding through glacial ice
205T.TALtalus slopea steep concave slope formed by an accumulation of loose rock fragments at the base of a cliff or steep slope
200T.PLNXsection of plain
159T.CFTcleft(s)a deep narrow slot, notch, or groove in a coastal cliff
139T.ISTHisthmusa narrow strip of land connecting two larger land masses and bordered by water
103T.ISLFartificial islandan island created by landfill or diking and filling in a wetland, bay, or lagoon
100T.REGstony deserta desert plain characterized by a surface veneer of gravel and stones
80T.VALGhanging valleya valley the floor of which is notably higher than the valley or shore to which it leads; most common in areas that have been glaciated
65T.DLTAdeltaa flat plain formed by alluvial deposits at the mouth of a stream
52T.FSRfissurea crack associated with volcanism
51T.FANfan(s)a fan-shaped wedge of coarse alluvium with apex merging with a mountain stream bed and the fan spreading out at a low angle slope onto an adjacent plain
49T.RDGBbeach ridgea ridge of sand just inland and parallel to the beach, usually in series
49T.CLDAcalderaa depression measuring kilometers across formed by the collapse of a volcanic mountain
47T.PENXsection of peninsula
46T.BDLDbadlandsan area characterized by a maze of very closely spaced, deep, narrow, steep-sided ravines, and sharp crests and pinnacles
44T.HMDArock deserta relatively sand-free, high bedrock plateau in a hot desert, with or without a gravel veneer
43T.DVDdividea line separating adjacent drainage basins
42T.BCHSbeachesa shore zone of coarse unconsolidated sediment that extends from the low-water line to the highest reach of storm waves
36T.MRNmorainea mound, ridge, or other accumulation of glacial till
34T.INTFinterfluvea relatively undissected upland between adjacent stream valleys
23T.ISLMmangrove islanda mangrove swamp surrounded by a waterbody
22T.VALXsection of valley
18T.PLATXsection of plateau
17T.BLHLblowhole(s)a hole in coastal rock through which sea water is forced by a rising tide or waves and spurted through an outlet into the air
16T.CUETcuesta(s)an asymmetric ridge formed on tilted strata
15T.BLDRboulder fielda high altitude or high latitude bare, flat area covered with large angular rocks
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7T.PTSpointstapering pieces of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape
7T.RKFLrockfallan irregular mass of fallen rock at the base of a cliff or steep slope
7T.VALSvalleyselongated depressions usually traversed by a stream
5T.CRQScirquesbowl-like hollows partially surrounded by cliffs or steep slopes at the head of a glaciated valley
5T.SLIDslidea mound of earth material, at the base of a slope and the associated scoured area
3T.CRDRcorridora strip or area of land having significance as an access way
3T.NKMmeander necka narrow strip of land between the two limbs of a meander loop at its narrowest point
2T.ASPHasphalt lakea small basin containing naturally occurring asphalt
1T.PANSpansa near-level shallow, natural depression or basin, usually containing an intermittent lake, pond, or pool
1.598.944 Total for T
Undersea Features (undersea)
7.201U.SHSUshoalshazards to surface navigation composed of unconsolidated material
1.425U.SMUseamountan elevation rising generally more than 1,000 meters and of limited extent across the summit
680U.CNYUcanyona relatively narrow, deep depression with steep sides, the bottom of which generally has a continuous slope
629U.BSNUbasina depression more or less equidimensional in plan and of variable extent
574U.RFUreefa surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material
534U.BNKUbankan elevation, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for safe surface navigation
518U.LDGUledgea rocky projection or outcrop, commonly linear and near shore
393U.RDGUridgea long narrow elevation with steep sides
271U.GLYUgullya small valley-like feature
208U.TRGUtrougha long depression of the sea floor characteristically flat bottomed and steep sided, and normally shallower than a trench
205U.VALUvalleya relatively shallow, wide depression, the bottom of which usually has a continuous gradient
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184U.TMTUtablemount (or guyot)a seamount having a comparatively smooth, flat top
177U.KNLUknollan elevation rising generally more than 500 meters and less than 1,000 meters and of limited extent across the summit
154U.SHLUshoala surface-navigation hazard composed of unconsolidated material
140U.FRZUfracture zonean extensive linear zone of irregular topography of the sea floor, characterized by steep-sided or asymmetrical ridges, troughs, or escarpments
132U.SMSUseamountselevations rising generally more than 1,000 meters and of limited extent across the summit
98U.FLTUflata small level or nearly level area
95U.SPRUspura subordinate elevation, ridge, or rise projecting outward from a larger feature
93U.RISUrisea broad elevation that rises gently, and generally smoothly, from the sea floor
90U.PLNUplaina flat, gently sloping or nearly level region
88U.HLLUhillan elevation rising generally less than 500 meters
80U.ESCUescarpment (or scarp)an elongated and comparatively steep slope separating flat or gently sloping areas
74U.PLTUplateaua comparatively flat-topped feature of considerable extent, dropping off abruptly on one or more sides
73U.MNDUmounda low, isolated, rounded hill
68U.TRNUtrencha long, narrow, characteristically very deep and asymmetrical depression of the sea floor, with relatively steep sides
65U.RFSUreefssurface-navigation hazards composed of consolidated material
56U.SCNUseachannela continuously sloping, elongated depression commonly found in fans or plains and customarily bordered by levees on one or two sides
44U.TERUterracea relatively flat horizontal or gently inclined surface, sometimes long and narrow, which is bounded by a steeper ascending slope on one side and by a steep descending slope on the opposite side
42U.HOLUholea small depression of the sea floor
42U.FANUfana relatively smooth feature normally sloping away from the lower termination of a canyon or canyon system
35U.SLPUslopethe slope seaward from the shelf edge to the beginning of a continental rise or the point where there is a general reduction in slope
32U.GAPUgapa narrow break in a ridge or rise
30U.SHFUshelfa zone adjacent to a continent (or around an island) that extends from the low water line to a depth at which there is usually a marked increase of slope towards oceanic depths
27U.BKSUbankselevations, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for safe surface navigation
15U.CNSUcanyonsrelatively narrow, deep depressions with steep sides, the bottom of which generally has a continuous slope
14U.KNSUknollselevations rising generally more than 500 meters and less than 1,000 meters and of limited extent across the summits
13U.HLSUhillselevations rising generally less than 500 meters
13U.DEPUdeepa localized deep area within the confines of a larger feature, such as a trough, basin or trench
12U.SDLUsaddlea low part, resembling in shape a saddle, in a ridge or between contiguous seamounts
7U.FURUfurrowa closed, linear, narrow, shallow depression
7U.TNGUtonguean elongate (tongue-like) extension of a flat sea floor into an adjacent higher feature
7U.PRVUprovincea region identifiable by a group of similar physiographic features whose characteristics are markedly in contrast with surrounding areas
6U.APNUaprona gentle slope, with a generally smooth surface, particularly found around groups of islands and seamounts
6U.SILUsillthe low part of a gap or saddle separating basins
5U.TMSUtablemounts (or guyots)seamounts having a comparatively smooth, flat top
5U.SHVUshelf valleya valley on the shelf, generally the shoreward extension of a canyon
5U.RDSUridgeslong narrow elevations with steep sides
4U.VLSUvalleysa relatively shallow, wide depression, the bottom of which usually has a continuous gradient
4U.EDGUshelf edgea line along which there is a marked increase of slope at the outer margin of a continental shelf or island shelf
4U.CDAUcordilleraan entire mountain system including the subordinate ranges, interior plateaus, and basins
4U.PKUpeaka prominent elevation, part of a larger feature, either pointed or of very limited extent across the summit
3U.BDLUborderlanda region adjacent to a continent, normally occupied by or bordering a shelf, that is highly irregular with depths well in excess of those typical of a shelf
3U.SCSUseachannelscontinuously sloping, elongated depressions commonly found in fans or plains and customarily bordered by levees on one or two sides
2U.CRSUcontinental risea gentle slope rising from oceanic depths towards the foot of a continental slope
2U.PNLUpinnaclea high tower or spire-shaped pillar of rock or coral, alone or cresting a summit
1U.PKSUpeaksprominent elevations, part of a larger feature, either pointed or of very limited extent across the summit
1U.ARRUarrugadoan area of subdued corrugations off Baja California
1U.ARCUarcha low bulge around the southeastern end of the island of Hawaii
1U.MESUmesaan isolated, extensive, flat-topped elevation on the shelf, with relatively steep sides
1U.LEVUleveean embankment bordering a canyon, valley, or seachannel
1U.MTUmountaina well-delineated subdivision of a large and complex positive feature
1U.MOTUmoatan annular depression that may not be continuous, located at the base of many seamounts, islands, and other isolated elevations
14.899 Total for U
Vegetation Features (forest,heath,...)
28.532V.FRSTforest(s)an area dominated by tree vegetation
9.173V.CULTcultivated areaan area under cultivation
3.201V.VINvineyarda planting of grapevines
1.924V.OCHorchard(s)a planting of fruit or nut trees
1.532V.GROVEgrovea small wooded area or collection of trees growing closely together, occurring naturally or deliberately planted
1.196V.GRSLDgrasslandan area dominated by grass vegetation
1.076V.SCRBscrublandan area of low trees, bushes, and shrubs stunted by some environmental limitation
1.018V.HTHheathan upland moor or sandy area dominated by low shrubby vegetation including heather
586V.MDWmeadowa small, poorly drained area dominated by grassy vegetation
336V.TREEtree(s)a conspicuous tree used as a landmark
86V.GRVCcoconut grovea planting of coconut trees
16V.GRVPpalm grovea planting of palm trees
13V.VINSvineyardsplantings of grapevines
6V.BUSHbush(es)a small clump of conspicuous bushes in an otherwise bare area
5V.TUNDtundraa marshy, treeless, high latitude plain, dominated by mosses, lichens, and low shrub vegetation under permafrost conditions
4V.FRSTFfossilized foresta forest fossilized by geologic processes and now exposed at the earth's surface
4V.GRVPNpine grovea planting of pine trees
1V.GRVOolive grovea planting of olive trees
48.709 Total for V
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