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New USGS LiDAR Base Specification Released

LiDAR Base Specification Released by USGS

November 5, 2019

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USGS has released a new version of the USGS LiDAR Base Specification (LBS).

YouTube Lessons Demonstrate How to Use The National Map

Online Release of 3DEP Elevation Data Highlighted

August 13, 2019

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National Map designed improve and deliver topographic information for the public.

House Approves Additional $10 Million for Geospatial Mapping

$10 Million for Geospatial Mapping to Address Water Quality, Hazard Resilience

June 19, 2019

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The House Appropriations Committee outlined support for USGS and 3DEP, designating $5 million for the Great Lakes.

USGS, Scientists Test Drone-Based Stream Gauging

Woolpert Helps Evaluate Stream Gauguing Done at 2019 Aquatic Airshow

May 29, 2019

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Drone measures steam stage, velocity, and more.

Expert Wins Personal Achievement Award in LiDAR at 2018 ILMF

Winner Selected out of 80 Nominees

April 11, 2018

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Geospatial expert presented with prestigious award at the 2018 ILMF.

Small Business Awarded Big USGS 3DEP Geospatial Contract

Five-year contract with Aerial Services has a ceiling of $750 million

March 18, 2017

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LiDAR, photogrammetric mapping and data acquisition included under contract scope.

Mapping Methods Prove Helpful in Protecting Coral Reefs

Valerie King

February 10, 2017

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According to USGS, coral reefs serve as useful indicators of the health of marine environments, but they are declining in many parts of the world. Geospatial data acquisition methods are providing a basic data layer from which to better understand how coral reefs are structured and function.

Sanborn Awarded Large Geospatial Contract from USGS

The five-year contract has a cap of $750 million

November 28, 2016

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The contract involves LiDAR, photogrammetry and surveying services.

Woolpert Taking on Large-Scale Tennessee USGS LiDAR Projects

Building footprints to be extracted from LiDAR in 46 counties

August 19, 2016

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The elevation data acquisition contract covers 49 Tennessee counties.

Dewberry Announces HRBS USGS Results

Study establishes set of national hydrography business uses and requirements

July 15, 2016

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The National Hydrography Requirements and Benefits Study identifies top six uses as worth $545 million in estimated annual benefits.

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We began by creating a survey as a cooperative effort between several high level geospatial leaders, POB staff, and Clear Seas Research market research experts. The survey was sent out to more than 25,000 geospatial professionals who subscribe to POB and/or are members of MAPPS.

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2019 December

In the December 2019 issue of POB, learn how GNSS field mapping played a crucial role in creating the Port of New Orleans first enterprise GIS. Also in this issue, find out how a recent regulatory proposal could restrict UAV flights.

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