ID:
publications-2289
Type:
Peer reviewed articles
Year:
2016
Authors:
Kiira MÔisja, TÔnu Oja, Evelyn Uuemaa, Jordan T. Hastings
Title:
Completeness and classification correctness of features on topographic maps: An analysis of the estonian basic map
Venue/Journal:
Transactions in GIS
DOI:
10.1111/tgis.12257
Research type:
Simulation & Modeling
Water System:
Precipitation & Ecological Systems
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Abstract:
AbstractIn an increasingly GISâliterate world, the availability of quality topographic maps and map databases is critical for the numerous users of spatial data. Particularly governmental agencies, first responders, and utility and transportation services, rely on the completeness and classification correctness of these maps. Estonia has systematically updated its topographic Basic Map in digital form over the past 15 years. An analysis of the Estonian production process in the period 2003â2006 provides a useful case study of both error types and error frequencies encountered in topographic mapping. Errors of completeness and classification correctness of topographic features are analyzed at two levels of specificity: in general, across all map sheets, and in detail according to the fieldâworkers who performed the mapping. The structure of errors at the two levels was different by geometry and error types; however, both systematic and individual errors were evident. The systematic errors indicated a need for revision and improvement of the data capture specifications, which was accomplished. The individual errors were addressed by additional training for the fieldâworkers involved.
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