USGS topographic maps repackage geographic information system (GIS) data in traditional map form; this benefits non-specialist map users, as well as applications that need traditional maps. These make use of contour lines to show the shape of the earth's surface. These may also show many other kinds of geographic features, including roads, railroads, rivers, streams, lakes, buildings, built-up areas, boundaries, place or feature names, mountains, elevations, survey control points, vegetation types, and much more.
These maps also include layers not present on most traditional topographic maps, such as aerial photos and shaded relief images.
In order to connect to the USGS Topo service, please follow the steps here, and paste the following URL when setting up a new map layer:
http://basemap.nationalmap.gov/ArcGIS/rest/services/USGSTopo/MapServer/tile/{z}/{y}/{x}
| NOTE: The USGS Topo Map has a maximum zoom level of 16. |
Connect to the USGS Topo Tile Server and be informed about the latest changes on the American landscape to apply to your project designs through Plex-Earth.
We hope that you have found this introduction on how to connect to the USGS Topo (USA), helpful. Feel free to contact us at support@plexscape.com for any questions you may still have.
Don't have Plex-Earth yet? Explore all the features and potential benefits of this software; install a fully functional 7-day free trial of Plex-Earth now!
Compatibility includes:
AutoCAD Version: 2024 , 2023 , 2022 , 2021 , 2020 , 2019 , 2018 , 2017 , 2016
Civil 3D® Version: 2024 , 2023 , 2022 , 2021 , 2020 , 2019 , 2018 , 2017 , 2016
AutoCAD Architecture Version: 2024 , 2023 , 2022 , 2021 , 2020 , 2019 , 2018 , 2017 , 2016
BricsCAD Pro: V23 , V22 , V21