Spatial Vegetation Data Metadata

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Metadata:

• Identification_Information
• Data_Quality_Information
• Spatial_Data_Organization_Information
• Spatial_Reference_Information
• Entity_and_Attribute_Information
• Distribution_Information
• Metadata_Reference_Information

Identification_Information:

Citation:

Citation_Information:

Originator: U.S. Geological Survey

Originator: Department of the Interior

Publication_Date: 200506

Title:

Colorado National Monument Vegetation Mapping Project - Spatial Vegetation Data

Series_Information:

Series_Name: USGS-NPS Vegetation Mapping Program

Issue_Identification: Colorado National Monument

Publication_Information:

Publication_Place: Denver, CO

Publisher:

USGS, Core Science Systems, Core Science Analytics and Synthesis

Informatics

Other_Citation_Details:

Created in large part by USGS Rocky Mountain Geographic Science Center under agreement with USGS/CSS/CSAS.

Online_Linkage: <http://biology.usgs.gov/npsveg/ftp/vegmapping/colm/colmgeodata.zip>

Geospatial_Data_Presentation_Form: vector digital data

File_or_Table_Name: fcl_Veg_Polys

Description:

Abstract:

The vegetation units on this map were determined through a series of image processing steps including unsupervised classification, ecological modeling and stereoscopic interpretation of aerial photographs supported by field sampling and ecological analysis. The vegetation boundaries were identified on the photographs by means of the photographic signature and collateral information on slope, hydrology, geography, and vegetation in accordance with the Standardized National Vegetation Classification System (October 1995). The mapped vegetation reflects conditions that existed during the specific year and season that the aerial photographs were taken. There is a margin of error inherent in the use of aerial photographs. Therefore, a detailed ground and historical analysis of a single site may result in a revision of the vegetation alliance boundaries established through photographic interpretation.

Purpose:

To provide National Parks with the necessary tools to effectively manage their natural resources.

Supplemental_Information:

Established May 24, 1911, and on 20,453.932 acres, Colorado National Monument consists of geologic features including: towering red sandstone monoliths, deep sheer-walled canyons, and a variety of wildlife (bighorn sheep, golden eagles, mule deer, and mountain lions).

Time_Period_of_Content:

Time_Period_Information:

Single_Date/Time:

Calendar_Date: 20010625

Currentness_Reference: Source photography date

Status:

Progress: Complete

Maintenance_and_Update_Frequency: None planned

Spatial_Domain:

Description_of_Geographic_Extent: Colorado National Monument and environs

Bounding_Coordinates:

West_Bounding_Coordinate: -108.767524

East_Bounding_Coordinate: -108.611035

North_Bounding_Coordinate: 39.125796

South_Bounding_Coordinate: 38.967351

Local_Bounding_Coordinates:

Left_Bounding_Coordinate: 693405.000056

Right_Bounding_Coordinate: 706519.000005

Bottom_Bounding_Coordinate: 4315855.999990

Top_Bounding_Coordinate: 4333120.000006

Keywords:

Theme:

Theme_Keyword_Thesaurus: None

Theme_Keyword: vegetation classification

Theme_Keyword: Standardized National Vegetation Classification

Theme_Keyword: SNVCS

Theme_Keyword: NVCS

Theme_Keyword: alliance

Theme_Keyword: community association

Theme:

Theme_Keyword_Thesaurus: National Park Service Theme Category Thesaurus

Theme_Keyword: Vegetation

Theme:

Theme_Keyword_Thesaurus: ISO 19115 Topic Category

Theme_Keyword: biota

Place:

Place_Keyword_Thesaurus: None

Place_Keyword: Grand Junction

Place_Keyword: Mesa County

Place_Keyword: Colorado River

Place_Keyword: Roubadeau

Place_Keyword: National Park Service

Place_Keyword: Colorado

Place_Keyword: CO

Place_Keyword: Colorado Plateau

Place_Keyword: USA

Place:

Place_Keyword_Thesaurus: National Park System Unit Name Thesaurus

Place_Keyword: Colorado National Monument

Place_Keyword: Northern Colorado Plateau Network Network

Place:

Place_Keyword_Thesaurus: National Park System Unit Code Thesaurus

Place_Keyword: COLM

Place_Keyword: NCPN

Taxonomy:

Keywords/Taxon:

Taxonomic_Keyword_Thesaurus: None

Taxonomic_Keywords: Standardized National Vegetation Classification System

Taxonomic_Keywords: vegetation classification

Taxonomic_Keywords: alliance

Taxonomic_Keywords: community association

Taxonomic_Classification:

Taxon_Rank_Name: Kingdom

Taxon_Rank_Value: Plantae

Applicable_Common_Name: plants

Access_Constraints: None

Use_Constraints:

Any person using the information presented here should fully understand the data collection and compilation procedures, as described in these metadata, before beginning analyses. The burden for determining fitness for use lies entirely with the user. For purposes of publication or dissemination, citations or credit should be given to the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Park Service.

Point_of_Contact:

Contact_Information:

Contact_Organization_Primary:

Contact_Organization: USGS/CSS/Core Science Analytics and Synthesis

Contact_Person: USGS-NPS Vegetation Mapping Program Coordinator

Contact_Address:

Address_Type: mailing and physical address

Address: Denver Federal Center, Building 810, Room 8000, MS 302

City: Denver

State_or_Province: Colorado

Postal_Code: 80225

Contact_Voice_Telephone: (303) 202-4220

Contact_Facsimile_Telephone: 303-202-4219

Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: gs-b-npsveg@usgs.gov

Cross_Reference:

Citation_Information:

Originator:

Von Loh, J., K. Landgraf, A. Evenden, T. Owens, S. Blauer, and M. Reid

Publication_Date: 20070901

Title:

Colorado National Monument Vegetation Classification and Mapping Project Report

Geospatial_Data_Presentation_Form: report

Publication_Information:

Publication_Place: Moab, UT

Publisher: National Park Service, Northern Colorado Plateau Network

Online_Linkage: http://science.nature.nps.gov/im/apps/nrbib/index.cfm/

Native_Data_Set_Environment:

Microsoft Windows XP Version 5.1 (Build 2600) Service Pack 2; ESRI ArcCatalog 9.2.2.1350 and Personal GeoDatabase Feature Class

Data_Quality_Information:

Attribute_Accuracy:

Attribute_Accuracy_Report:

The mapped data were originally produced by the USGS Rocky Mountain Geographic Science Center. The data were assessed for accuracy by a statistically sound stratified random sample method.

Logical_Consistency_Report:

All polygon features are checked for topology using the ArcGIS software. Each polygon begins and ends at the same point with the node feature. All nodes are checked for error so that there are no dangling features. There are no duplicate lines or polygons. All nodes will snap together and close polygons based on a specified tolerance. If the node is not within the tolerance it is adjusted manually. The tests for logical consistency are performed in ArcGIS. All attribute codes and attributes have been checked for typographical and logical errors.

Completeness_Report:

All data in the project area were classified and digitized. This includes alliances/community association classes, density classes, height classes, pattern groups, water, and unvegetated/landuse.

Positional_Accuracy:

Horizontal_Positional_Accuracy:

Horizontal_Positional_Accuracy_Report:

The vegetation spatial data meets National Map Accuracy Standards.

Vertical_Positional_Accuracy:

Vertical_Positional_Accuracy_Report: Not applicable

Lineage:

Source_Information:

Source_Citation:

Citation_Information:

Originator: USDA Aerial Photo Field Office, Salt Lake City, UT

Publication_Date: 20010625

Title:

Aerial photography (true color) of Colorado National Monument

Geospatial_Data_Presentation_Form: image

Publication_Information:

Publication_Place: Denver, CO

Publisher: USGS Core Science Analytics and Synthesis

Other_Citation_Details:

Aerial photography was taken at a scale of 1:12,000. Original media are in the form of positive transparencies. Photointerpretation was done on contact prints of the true color photos.

Online_Linkage: <http://biology.usgs.gov/>

Source_Scale_Denominator: 12000

Type_of_Source_Media: Contact paper prints of film transparencies

Source_Time_Period_of_Content:

Time_Period_Information:

Single_Date/Time:

Calendar_Date: 19950725

Source_Currentness_Reference: Imagery date

Source_Citation_Abbreviation: COLM Aerial Photos

Source_Contribution:

These aerial photographs were the basis for the mapping process.

Source_Information:

Source_Citation:

Citation_Information:

Originator: County USDA Aerial Photo Field Office, Salt Lake City, UT

Publication_Date: Unknown

Title: Digital Orthophotograph of COLM National Monument

Geospatial_Data_Presentation_Form: BIL digital file

Publication_Information:

Publication_Place: Salt Lake City, UT

Publisher: USDA Aerial Photo Field Office

Type_of_Source_Media: CD+IBk-s

Source_Time_Period_of_Content:

Time_Period_Information:

Single_Date/Time:

Calendar_Date: Unknown

Source_Currentness_Reference: Imagery date

Source_Citation_Abbreviation: COLM orthophoto

Source_Contribution: This digital orthophoto provided the project basemap.

Source_Information:

Source_Citation:

Citation_Information:

Originator: USGS/CSS, Core Science Analytics and Synthesis

Publication_Date: 19941101

Title:

Accuracy Assessment Procedures, NBS/NPS Vegetation Mapping Program

Geospatial_Data_Presentation_Form: document

Series_Information:

Series_Name: USGS-NPS Vegetation Mapping Program

Issue_Identification: Colorado National Monument

Publication_Information:

Publication_Place: Denver, CO

Publisher: USGS/CSS, Core Science Analytics and Synthesis

Other_Citation_Details:

This report was prepared by Environmental Systems Research Institute+ADs- Redlands, CA, National Center for Geographic Information and Analysis, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA and The Nature Conservancy, Arlington, VA under contract from the U.S. Department of Interior National Biological Survey and National Park Service.

Online_Linkage: <http://biology.usgs.gov/>

Type_of_Source_Media: electronic document

Source_Time_Period_of_Content:

Time_Period_Information:

Single_Date/Time:

Calendar_Date: 19941101

Source_Currentness_Reference: publication date

Source_Citation_Abbreviation: Accuracy Assessment Procedures Documents

Source_Contribution:

This document established the procedures and protocols for the accuracy assessment at Colorado National Monument.

Process_Step:

Process_Description:

Accuracy assessment field data collection was performed independently of the mapping effort. 481 field plots were taken which were then compared with the attributes of the spatial data. A contingency table was developed comparing the attributes of vegetation map classes with the field data developed by the accuracy assessment. Performed independently of the mapping effort. 481 field plots were taken which were then compared with the attributes of the spatial data. A contigency table was developed comparing the attributes of vegetation map classes with the field data developed by the accuracy assessement.

Source_Used_Citation_Abbreviation: AA Report

Process_Date: 20040101

Process_Step:

Process_Description:

Aerial photography was taken of the Monument to serve as the basis for mapping. Vegetation communities were classified on the aerial photography. Serve as the basis for mapping. Vegetation communities were classified on the aerial photography.

Source_Used_Citation_Abbreviation: COLM Aerial Photos

Process_Date: 20040101

Process_Step:

Process_Description:

Ortho imagery was developed to serve as a registration base to transfer the photo interpreted polygons. The ortho imagery is registered to locations on the surface of the earth and image distortions due to terrain relief have been reduced. Polygons were developed on the ortho images the polygons and are registered to locations on the surface of the earth and terrain distortions have been eliminated.

Source_Used_Citation_Abbreviation: COLM orthophoto

Process_Date: 20040101

Process_Step:

Process_Description:

Classification of the vegetation communities was performed by ecologists based on the field data that were collected. Compiled data are assembled into a single file and transformed mathematically to a common abundance scale. The element classification process is implemented using quantitative approaches of ordination, clustering, and correlation depending on the information available. Multivariate analysis programs are used to examine the floristic patterns and their relationships to measured environmental variables. Despite their utility in synthesizing large data sets, many of the analytical programs identify vegetation patterns that are statistically but not ecologically meaningful. The quantitative analysis to determine vegetation patterns must be carried out under the guidance and review of experts who have a practical understanding of the ecological relationships in the field.

Source_Used_Citation_Abbreviation: COLM field data

Process_Date: 20030101

Spatial_Data_Organization_Information:

Direct_Spatial_Reference_Method: Vector

Point_and_Vector_Object_Information:

SDTS_Terms_Description:

SDTS_Point_and_Vector_Object_Type: G-polygon

Point_and_Vector_Object_Count: 4359

ESRI_Terms_Description:

ESRI_Feature_Type: Simple

ESRI_Feature_Geometry: Polygon

ESRI_Topology: FALSE

ESRI_Feature_Count: 4359

Spatial_Index: TRUE

Linear_Referencing: FALSE

Spatial_Reference_Information:

Horizontal_Coordinate_System_Definition:

Planar:

Grid_Coordinate_System:

Grid_Coordinate_System_Name: Universal Transverse Mercator

Universal_Transverse_Mercator:

UTM_Zone_Number: 12

Transverse_Mercator:

Scale_Factor_at_Central_Meridian: 0.999600

Longitude_of_Central_Meridian: -111.000000

Latitude_of_Projection_Origin: 0.000000

False_Easting: 500000.000000

False_Northing: 0.000000

Planar_Coordinate_Information:

Planar_Coordinate_Encoding_Method: coordinate pair

Coordinate_Representation:

Abscissa_Resolution: 0.000063

Ordinate_Resolution: 0.000063

Planar_Distance_Units: meters

Geodetic_Model:

Horizontal_Datum_Name: North American Datum of 1983

Ellipsoid_Name: Geodetic Reference System 80

Semi-major_Axis: 6378137.000000

Denominator_of_Flattening_Ratio: 298.257222

Vertical_Coordinate_System_Definition:

Altitude_System_Definition:

Altitude_Datum_Name: National Geodetic Vertical Datum 1983

Altitude_Encoding_Method:

Explicit elevation coordinate included with horizontal coordinates

Altitude_Resolution: 0.000250

Altitude_Distance_Units: Unknown

Entity_and_Attribute_Information:

Overview_Description:

Entity_and_Attribute_Overview:

The National Vegetation Classification Standard is organized hierarchically to support conservation and resource stewardship applications across multiple scales. The upper levels of the hierarchy are based on the physical form or structure of the vegetation (physiognomy) and have been refined from the international standards developed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The two most detailed levels of the hierarchy are based on the species composition of existing vegetation (floristics) and reflect the phyto-sociological standards that were originally developed by European ecologists. The vegetation classification is continually advanced through the collection and analysis of new field data and will be greatly strengthened during the course of the USGS/NPS mapping efforts. Data file attributes include vegetation height, density, species, alliance, community element, and land cover. HEIGHT 1+AD0APA- 0.5 meters 2+AD0-0.5 - 2 meters 3+AD0-2 - 5 meters 4+AD0-5 - 15 meters 5+AD0-15 - 35 meters 6+AD0-35 - 50 meters 7+AD0APg- 50 meters 9+AD0-Not Applicable. DENSITY 1+AD0-Closed/Continuous +ADw- 60+ACU- 2+AD0-Discontinuous 40+ACU- - 60+ACU- 3+AD0-Dispersed 25+ACU- - 40+ACU- 4+AD0-Sparse 10+ACU- - 25+ACU- 5+AD0-Rare 2+ACU- - 10+ACU- 9+AD0-Not Applicable. Pattern 1,'Evenly Dispersed' 2,'Clumped/Bunched' 3,'Gradational/Transitional' 4,'Alternating' 9,'Not Applicable'. Field Name - Type Description: OBJECTID - ObjectID - Sequential unique whole numbers, ESRI autogenerated. SHAPE - Geometry - Feature geometry, ESRI autogenerated. Polygon_ID - Text - Unique polygon identifier created for relationship purposes. Map_Unit_ID - Text - Code delineating the Map Unit for COLM. Map_Unit_Common_Name - Text - The common name of the map unit for COLM. Edit_Date - Date - The date the polygon was last edited. Edit_Notes - Text - Notes detailing any edits made to a polygon. SHAPE_Length - Double - Length of feature in internal units. SHAPE_Area - Double - Area of feature in internal units squared. Acres - Double - Acres calculated using X-tools. Hectares - Double - Hectares created using X-tools.

Entity_and_Attribute_Detail_Citation:

Grossman, D. Et al. 1994. National Park Service/ National Biological Service Vegetation Mapping Project, Standardized National Vegetation Classification System 209 pp.

Detailed_Description:

Entity_Type:

Entity_Type_Label: fcl_Veg_Polys

Entity_Type_Definition: Feature Class

Entity_Type_Definition_Source: National Park Service

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: Shape

Attribute_Definition: Feature geometry.

Attribute_Definition_Source: ESRI

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: Coordinates defining the features.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: OBJECTID

Attribute_Definition: Internal feature number.

Attribute_Definition_Source: ESRI

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain:

Sequential unique whole numbers that are automatically generated.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: SHAPE

Attribute_Definition: Feature geometry.

Attribute_Definition_Source: ESRI

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: Coordinates defining the features.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: Polygon_ID

Attribute_Definition: plot point number

Attribute_Definition_Source: NPS four letter park code plus unique number

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: Unique plot code created for each location visited.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: Map_Unit_ID

Attribute_Definition: map class number

Attribute_Definition_Source: NPS map class number

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: Code delineating the Map Unit for COLM.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: Map_Unit_Common_Name

Attribute_Definition: String

Attribute_Definition_Source: NPS map unit common name

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: The common name of the map unit for COLM.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: Edit_Date

Attribute_Definition: Date of edit

Attribute_Definition_Source: NPS

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: Date of any edits or updates to attributes.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: Edit_Notes

Attribute_Definition: Explantion of edits

Attribute_Definition_Source: NPS

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: Notes about any edits or updates made to a point.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: SHAPE_Length

Attribute_Definition: Length of feature in internal units.

Attribute_Definition_Source: ESRI

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: Positive real numbers that are automatically generated.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: Acres

Attribute_Definition: Double

Attribute_Definition_Source: NPS

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: Acres calculated using X-tools.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: Hectares

Attribute_Definition: Double

Attribute_Definition_Source: NPS

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: Hectares created using X-tools.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: SHAPE_Area

Attribute_Definition: Area of feature in internal units squared.

Attribute_Definition_Source: ESRI

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: Positive real numbers that are automatically generated.

Detailed_Description:

Entity_Type:

Entity_Type_Label: rc_VegPolys_VegMapInfo

Entity_Type_Definition: Relationship

Entity_Type_Definition_Source: National Park Service

Distribution_Information:

Distributor:

Contact_Information:

Contact_Organization_Primary:

Contact_Organization: USGS/CSS/Core Science Analytics and Synthesis

Contact_Person: USGS-NPS Vegetation Mapping Program Coordinator

Contact_Address:

Address_Type: mailing and physical address

Address: Denver Federal Center, Building 810, Room 8000, MS 302

City: Denver

State_or_Province: Colorado

Postal_Code: 80225

Contact_Voice_Telephone: (303) 202-4220

Contact_Facsimile_Telephone: 303-202-4219

Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: gs-b-npsveg@usgs.gov

Resource_Description: Downloadable Data

Distribution_Liability:

The U.S. Geological Survey and the National Park Service shall not be held liable for improper or incorrect use of the data described and/or contained herein. These data and related graphics (if available) are not legal documents and are not intended to be used as such.

The information contained in these data is dynamic and may change over time. The data are not better than the original sources from which they were derived. It is the responsibility of the data user to use the data appropriately and consistent within the limitations of geospatial data in general and these data in particular. Any related graphics (if available) are intended to aid the data user in acquiring relevant data; it is not approriate to use the related graphics as data.

The U.S. Geological Survey and the National Park Service gives no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of these data. It is strongly recommended that these data are directly acquired from an U.S. Geological Survey and National Park Service servers and not indirectly through other sources which may have changed the data in some way. Although these data have been processed successfully on a computer system at the U.S. Geological Survey, no warranty expressed or implied is made regarding the utility of the data on another system or for general or scientific purposes, nor shall the act of distribution constitute any such warranty. This disclaimer applies both to individual use of the data and aggregate use with other data. It is also strongly recommended that careful attention be paid to the contents of the metadata file associated with these data. Mention of trade names or commercial products in this metadata report does not constitute endorsement or recommendation for use by the U. S. Department of the Interior, U. S. Geological Survey and National Park Service.

Standard_Order_Process:

Digital_Form:

Digital_Transfer_Information:

Format_Name: HTML

Digital_Transfer_Option:

Online_Option:

Computer_Contact_Information:

Network_Address:

Network_Resource_Name: <http://biology.usgs.gov/npsveg/colm/index.html>

Access_Instructions: Internet Access

Fees: None

Metadata_Reference_Information:

Metadata_Date: 20050603

Metadata_Review_Date: 20100518

Metadata_Contact:

Contact_Information:

Contact_Organization_Primary:

Contact_Organization: USGS/CSS/Core Science Analytics and Synthesis

Contact_Person: USGS-NPS Vegetation Mapping Program Coordinator

Contact_Address:

Address_Type: mailing and physical address

Address: Denver Federal Center, Building 810, Room 8000, MS 302

City: Denver

State_or_Province: Colorado

Postal_Code: 80225

Contact_Voice_Telephone: (303) 202-4220

Contact_Facsimile_Telephone: 303-202-4219

Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: gs-b-npsveg@usgs.gov

Metadata_Standard_Name:

FGDC Biological Data Profile of the Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata

Metadata_Standard_Version: FGDC-STD-001.1-1999

Metadata_Extensions:

Online_Linkage:

<http://www.nbii.gov/portal/server.pt/community/fgdc_metadata/255>