NTDB & NTMS Specifications (250K & 100K)
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Aerial CablewayAerialCableways Culture Line A conveyor system in which carrier units run on wire cables strung between supports. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Aerial Cableway NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of Aerial Cableway. This item should be populated where name is known.
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 30 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated Dataset
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetEnd-points of this feature cannot overlap; Sea or Perennial Waterbodies. Map RulesA descriptive note is to be added e.g. ‘chairlift’. Related FeaturesConveyor Related Chapters
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Cemetery AreaCemeteryAreas Culture Polygon An area of land for burying the dead. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Cemetery Area NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the Cemetery. This item should be populated where name is known.
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 0 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesFeatures whose area is less than the minimum size for inclusion shall be shown as Cemetery Point feature.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetWhere a Cemetery Area edge (feature class polygon) is within 50 metres at 1:250 000 and 20 metres at 1:100 000 of and runs alongside the following features it will be coincident with the other feature:
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetCemetery Areas cannot appear in or overlap the following polygons;
Map RulesAll cemeteries are to have an accompanying descriptive note 'cemetery' unless the word ‘cemetery’ is included in the name. Related FeaturesCemetery Point Related ChaptersSection 3 chapter 5.11.2, 5.18 and 5.19
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Cemetery PointCemeteryPoints Culture Point An area of land for burying the dead Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Cemetery Point NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The cemetery’s name. This item should be populated where name is known.
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 451 (see map rules for exceptions where symbol is to be 0 non-printing)
FEATURE WIDTH
(FEATUREWIDTH)
[Double; Yes; 8; 4; Pop_Dep]
Currently not used by symbology; 0
ORIENTATION
(ORIENTATION)
[Short Integer; Yes; 3; Pop_Dep]
Orientation in whole degrees from East going anti-clockwise; TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesUsed for cemeteries smaller than the size criteria for the Cemetery Area feature.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated Dataset
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated Dataset
Map RulesAll cemeteries are to have an accompanying descriptive note 'cemetery' unless the word ‘cemetery’ is included in the name. Related FeaturesBuilding Area, Building Point, Built Up Area, Cemetery Area, Horizontal Control Point, Kilometric distance marker, Railway Station, Road, Spot Elevation, Watercourse, Watercourse Area Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.10, 5.11.1 and 5.11.2
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Civic SquareRecreationAreas Culture Polygon A normally rectangular formal open area within a town centre, usually surrounded by buildings, designated by the towns governing body for use by its citizens. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Civic Square
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the Civic Square (see Geodatabase Rules for population requirements.)
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 24 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetCivic Square cannot overlap;
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetCivic Squares cannot overlap;
Map RulesRecreation Areas will be named where they are considered to be of national cultural or historical significance. E.g. Melbourne Botanical Gardens, Taronga Zoo.
Related FeaturesNature Conservation Reserve, Landmark Area Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.11.2, 5.18, 5.19 and 6.9 Related Products
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Communication DeviceEmergencyFacilityPoints Culture Point A device to provide communication services, generally in remote locations, during an emergency response or rescue mission. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Communication Device
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. CONTROLLING AUTHORITY (AUTHORITY) [String; Yes; 100; Pop_Req] Name of controlling authority
DESCRIPTION
(DESCRIPTION)
[String; Yes; 30; Pop_Req]
IDENTIFICATION CODE (IDCODE) [String; Yes; 30; Pop_Wk] The code used to identify a communication device (or provide contact with) an emergency facility point
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 804
ORIENTATION
(ORIENTATION)
[Short Integer; Yes; 3; Pop_Dep]
Orientation in whole degrees from East going anti-clockwise; TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesThis feature will only be captured as directed in the project instructions supplied. It includes such features as emergency radio beacons, remote solar powered telephones, etc.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetInter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetThis feature should be captured in correct spatial relationship to its surrounding topology. Map RulesThis feature will only be included on Non-Standard NTMS maps, specially created for Emergency Mapping Purposes. A descriptive note should appear on the map derived from the description & textnote fields of the NTDB. Related Features
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Dam WallDamWalls Culture Line A barrier of earth and rock, concrete or masonry constructed to form a reservoir for water storage purposes or to raise the water level. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Dam Wall NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the dam wall. This item should be populated where name is known.
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 925 - where not coincident with Road feature
FEATURE WIDTH
(FEATUREWIDTH)
[Double; Yes; 8; 4; Pop_Dep]
Feature width is only used for dams coincident with roads.The width of the symbol determined by the road classification (in millimetres);
TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated Dataset
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetDam Walls that carry roads across them will be a clone of the equivalent section of the associated Road. There must be a vertex in the Road feature at the exact location of the start and end points of the Dam Wall. The road must continue outwards from both endpoints of the Dam Wall.
Map RulesIf a dam wall and its associated reservoir have the same name, then :
Related FeaturesReservoir (Feature Class), Spillway , Water tank Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.8 and 5.11.1
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FenceFences Culture Line A structure which encloses, bounds or divides a property or part thereof. Includes vermin proof fences. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Fence
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 927
TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 this feature will only be shown in sparsely settled regions as defined by Appendix C ‘Fence and Water Facilities Guide’. The exception is that major vermin proof fences will be shown in all locations. Size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated Dataset
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetFences cannot overlap;
Map RulesVermin proof fences will have an accompanying descriptive note eg 'vermin proof fence’.
Related FeaturesGate, Grid , Yard Related ChaptersSection 3 chapter 5.11.2
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GardensRecreationAreas Culture Polygon Formally laid out public botanical or ornamental grounds. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Gardens
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the Garden. (see Geodatabase Rules for population requirements.)
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 24 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetGardens cannot overlap;
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetGardens cannot overlap;
Map RulesRecreation Areas will be named where they are considered to be of national cultural or historical significance. E.g. Melbourne Botanical Gardens, Taronga Zoo.
Related FeaturesNature Conservation Reserve, Recreation Areas (Feature Class), Landmark Area Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.11.2, 5.18, 5.19 and 6.9 Related Products
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Golf CourseRecreationAreas Culture Polygon An area of land developed and purposely designed for the playing of golf. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Golf Course
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the Golf Course (see Geodatabase Rules for population requirements.)
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 24 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetGolf Course features cannot overlap;
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetGolf Course features cannot overlap;
Map RulesRecreation Areas will be named where they are considered to be of national cultural or historical significance. E.g. Melbourne Botanical Gardens, Taronga Zoo.
Related FeaturesNature Conservation Reserve, RecreationAreas (Feature Class), Landmark Area Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.11.2, 5.18, 5.19 and 6.9
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Landmark AreaLandmarkAreas Culture Polygon Man-made or defined permanent features having landmark value or useful for navigation. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Landmark Area NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the feature. This item should be populated where name is known.
DESCRIPTION
(DESCRIPTION)
[String; Yes; 30; Pop_Req]
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 0 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetLandmark areas cannot overlap other polygons in the Culture Dataset. Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetLandmark areas cannot overlap;
Map RulesLandmark area features are to have an accompanying descriptive note eg 'wind farm', ‘oyster bed’ unless the words 'wind farm', ‘oyster bed’ etc are included in the name. Related FeaturesBuilding Area, Building Point, Aquaculture Area, Settling Pond, Reserve Areas, Prohibited Area, RecreationAreas (Feature Class), Cemetery Area, Rubbish Tip, Airport Area, Vertical Obstruction, Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.18, 5.19
Related Products
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Miscellaneous AreaRecreationAreas Culture Polygon An area of land developed for miscellaneous or undefined recreational purposes. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Miscellaneous Area
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the park (see Geodatabase Rules for population requirements.).
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 24 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetMiscellaneous Area (RecreationAreas) features cannot overlap;
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetMiscellaneous Area (RecreationAreas) cannot overlap;
Map RulesRecreation Areas will be named where they are considered to be of national cultural or historical significance. E.g. Melbourne Botanical Gardens, Taronga Zoo.
Related FeaturesBuilt Up Area, Cemetery Area, RecreationArea (Feature Class), Nature Conservation Reserve, Landmark Area Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.11.2, 5.18, 5.19 and 6.9
Related Products
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Multiple UseRecreationAreas Culture Polygon An area of land developed for a combination of recreational purposes. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Multiple Use
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the park (see Geodatabase Rules for population requirements.)
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 24 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetMultiple Use features cannot overlap;
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetMultiple Use features cannot overlap;
Map RulesRecreation Areas will be named where they are considered to be of national cultural or historical significance. E.g. Melbourne Botanical Gardens, Taronga Zoo.
Related FeaturesBuilt Up Area, Cemetery Area, RecreationAreas (Feature Class), Nature Conservation Reserve, Landmark Area Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.11.2, 5.18, 5.19 and 6.9 Related Products
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Oval AreaRecreationAreas Culture Polygon An area of land developed as a sporting ground for the playing of football, athletics, cricket and the like. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Oval Area
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the Oval (see Geodatabase Rules for population requirements.)
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 24 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetOval Area features cannot overlap;
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetOval Area features cannot overlap;
Map RulesRecreation Areas will be named where they are considered to be of national cultural or historical significance. E.g. Melbourne Botanical Gardens, Taronga Zoo.
Related FeaturesBuilt Up Area, Cemetery Area, RecreationAreas (Feature Class), Nature Conservation Reserve, Landmark Area Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.11.2, 5.18, 5.19 and 6.9
Related Products
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Race CourseRecreationAreas Culture Polygon An area of land allocated & developed for the racing of horses. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Race Course
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the Racecourse (see Geodatabase Rules for population requirements.)
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 24 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetRace Course features cannot overlap;
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetRace Course features cannot overlap;
Map RulesRecreation Areas will be named where they are considered to be of national cultural or historical significance. E.g. Melbourne Botanical Gardens, Taronga Zoo.
Related FeaturesBuilt Up Area, Cemetery Area, RecreationAreas (Feature Class), Nature Conservation Reserve, Landmark Area Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.11.2, 5.18, 5.19 and 6.9
Related Products
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Recreation AreaRecreationAreas Culture Polygon A general purpose or large park usually in a residential area. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Recreation Area
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the Recreation Area (see Geodatabase Rules for population requirements.)
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 24 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetRecreation Area features cannot overlap;
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetRecreation Area features cannot overlap;
Map RulesRecreation Areas will be named where they are considered to be of national cultural or historical significance. E.g. Melbourne Botanical Gardens, Taronga Zoo.
Related FeaturesBuilt Up Area, Cemetery Area, RecreationAreas (Feature Class), Nature Conservation Reserve, Landmark Area Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.11.2, 5.18, 5.19 and 6.9 Related Products
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Rescue PointEmergencyFacilityPoints Culture Point A location designated as a suitable or acknowledged rescue and recovery point by emergency service representatives. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Rescue Point
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. CONTROLLING AUTHORITY (AUTHORITY) [String; Yes; 100; Pop_Req] Name of controlling authority
DESCRIPTION
(DESCRIPTION)
[String; Yes; 30; Pop_Req]
IDENTIFICATION CODE (IDCODE) [String; Yes; 30; Pop_Wk] The code used to identify a communication device (or provide contact with) an emergency facility point
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 802
ORIENTATION
(ORIENTATION)
[Short Integer; Yes; 3; Pop_Dep]
Orientation in whole degrees from East going anti-clockwise; TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesThis feature will only be captured as directed in the project instructions supplied. Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetThis feature should be captured in correct spatial relationship to its surrounding topology. Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetThis feature should be captured in correct spatial relationship to its surrounding topology. Map RulesThis feature will only be included on Non-Standard NTMS maps, specially created for Emergency Mapping Purposes. A descriptive note should appear on the map derived from the description & textnote fields of the NTDB. Related Features
Related Chapters
Related Products
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Rifle RangeRecreationAreas Culture Polygon An area specifically designated for rifle shooting. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Rifle Range
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the Rifle Range (see Geodatabase Rules for population requirements.)
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 24 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetRifle Range features cannot overlap;
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetRifle Range features cannot overlap;
Map RulesRecreation Areas will be named where they are considered to be of national cultural or historical significance. E.g. Melbourne Botanical Gardens, Taronga Zoo.
Related FeaturesBuilt Up Area, Cemetery Area, RecreationAreas (Feature Class), Nature Conservation Reserve, Landmark Area Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.11.2, 5.18, 5.19 and 6.9
Related Products
Note: See disclaimer in Appendix A Chapter 1.2 Use of Feature Type Dictionary- Structure of an Entry regarding Related features,chapters & products. The information in this entry is uncontrolled when printed.
Updated: 5 December 2006
Rubbish TipRubbishTips Culture Polygon An area above ground for the disposal of rubbish. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Rubbish Tip
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 0 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesFeatures should be textnoted ‘rubbish tip’. Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetWhere a Rubbish Tip edge (feature class polygon) is within 50 metres at 1:250 000 and 20 metres at 1:100 000 of and runs alongside the following features it will be coincident with the other feature:
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetWhere a Rubbish Tip edge (feature class polygon) is within 50 metres at 1:250 000 and 20 metres at 1:100 000 of and runs alongside the following features it will be coincident with the other feature:
Map RulesFeatures should be labelled ‘rubbish tip’. Related FeaturesBuilt Up Area, Cemetery Area, RecreationAreas (Feature Class) Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 5.18, 5.19 and 6.9 Related Products
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Show GroundRecreationAreas Culture Polygon Show ground arenas and buildings for the formal presentation of primary production and related activities. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Show Ground
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the Show Ground (see Geodatabase Rules for population requirements.)
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 24 TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Updated: 5 December 2006
SignageEmergencyFacilityPoints Culture Point A Sign or Signage structure which has been designated as a useful or informative feature during an emergency response or rescue mission by emergency service representatives. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Signage
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. CONTROLLING AUTHORITY (AUTHORITY) [String; Yes; 100; Pop_Req] Name of controlling authority
DESCRIPTION
(DESCRIPTION)
[String; Yes; 30; Pop_Req]
IDENTIFICATION CODE (IDCODE) [String; Yes; 30; Pop_Wk] The code used to identify a communication device (or provide contact with) an emergency facility point
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 803
ORIENTATION
(ORIENTATION)
[Short Integer; Yes; 3; Pop_Dep]
Orientation in whole degrees from East going anti-clockwise; TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesThis feature will only be captured as directed in the project instructions supplied. Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetThis feature should be captured in correct spatial relationship to its surrounding topology. Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetThis feature should be captured in correct spatial relationship to its surrounding topology. Map RulesThis feature will only be included on Non-Standard NTMS maps, specially created for Emergency Mapping Purposes. A descriptive note should appear on the map derived from the description & textnote fields of the NTDB. Related Features
Related Chapters
Related Products
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Vertical ObstructionVerticalObstructions Culture Point Prominent man-made features of a permanent nature that either have landmark value, are useful for navigation or may constitute a danger to aircraft. Such features will have a height above the local terrain. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Vertical Obstruction NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the vertical obstruction. This item should be populated where name is known.
DESCRIPTION
(DESCRIPTION)
[String; Yes; 30; Pop_Req]
HEIGHT (HEIGHT) [Float; Yes; 6; 2; Pop_Wk] Height of feature above ground level
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 497 - chimney, cooling tower, smelter tower
FEATURE WIDTH
(FEATUREWIDTH)
[Double; Yes; 8; 4; Pop_Dep]
Currently not used by symbology; 0
ORIENTATION
(ORIENTATION)
[Short Integer; Yes; 3; Pop_Dep]
Orientation in whole degrees from East going anti-clockwise; TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated Dataset
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated Dataset
Map RulesVertical Obstruction features are to have an accompanying descriptive note eg 'communications tower', ‘wind turbine generator’ unless the words 'communications tower', ‘wind turbine generator’ etc are included in the name. The generic descriptions (only) of 'chimney', 'silo' and 'tower' will not be included on map face as they are represented in the legend.
Related FeaturesBuilding Area, Building Point, Horizontal Control Point, Landmark Area, Lighthouse, Spot Elevation, Storage Tank, Water Tank Related ChaptersSection 3 chapters 6.6
Related Products
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Updated: 5 December 2006
Water AccessEmergencyFacilityPoints Culture Point A device or construction to enable the transfer or use of stored water in an emergency situation. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Water Access
SUBTYPE NUMBER
(TYPE)
[Long Integer; No; 5; Pop_Req]
The numeric value assigned to sub classify the feature
DESCRIPTION OF SUBTYPE
(TYPE_DESCRIPTION)
[String; No; 32; Pop_Req]
The textual description of the subtype classification. CONTROLLING AUTHORITY (AUTHORITY) [String; Yes; 100; Pop_Req] Name of controlling authority
DESCRIPTION
(DESCRIPTION)
[String; Yes; 30; Pop_Req]
IDENTIFICATION CODE (IDCODE) [String; Yes; 30; Pop_Wk] The code used to identify a communication device (or provide contact with) an emergency facility point
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 82
ORIENTATION
(ORIENTATION)
[Short Integer; Yes; 3; Pop_Dep]
Orientation in whole degrees from East going anti-clockwise; TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesThis feature will only be captured as directed in the project instructions supplied. It includes such features as fire hydrants, overhead standpipes, etc Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetThis feature should be captured in correct spatial relationship to its surrounding topology. Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetThis feature should be captured in correct spatial relationship to its surrounding topology. Map RulesThis feature will only be included on Non-Standard NTMS maps, specially created for Emergency Mapping Purposes. A descriptive note should appear on the map derived from the description & textnote fields of the NTDB. Related Features
Related Chapters
Related Products
Note: See disclaimer in Appendix A Chapter 1.2 Use of Feature Type Dictionary- Structure of an Entry regarding Related features,chapters & products. The information in this entry is uncontrolled when printed.
Updated: 5 December 2006
Water TankWaterTanks Culture Point A feature constructed on or below the ground for the storage of water. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Water Tank NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the Water Tank (see Geodatabase Rules for population requirements).
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 86
FEATURE WIDTH
(FEATUREWIDTH)
[Double; Yes; 8; 4; Pop_Dep]
Currently not used by symbology; 0
ORIENTATION
(ORIENTATION)
[Short Integer; Yes; 3; Pop_Dep]
Orientation in whole degrees from East going anti-clockwise; TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesThis feature can be used to represent both water tanks (ie a physical tank structure) or an undersized Town Rural Storage Reservoir. This feature will not be used to capture FloodIrrigationStorage Reservoirs smaller then their minimum size criteria.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated DatasetWhere a Water Tank and Windpump are situated together, only the Windpump, which has the greater landmark value, will be shown. (Refer feature Windpump). Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetWhere a Bore and a Water Tank are situated together, both will be included in the data but only the Water Tank will be shown as it usually has the greater landmark value. Bore should be symbolised to 0 (non - printing).
Map RulesNames will be shown in sparsely settled areas.
Related FeaturesBore, Built Up Area, Dam Wall, Vertical Obstruction, Flood Irrigation Storage, Town Rural Storage, Storage tank, Gnamma Hole, Native Well, Pool, Rockhole, Soak , Windpump Related ChaptersAppendix C
Related Products
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Updated: 5 December 2006
WindpumpWindpumps Culture Point A tower fitted with a wind-driven pump. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Windpump NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the Windpump. This item should be populated where name is known.
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 434
FEATURE WIDTH
(FEATUREWIDTH)
[Double; Yes; 8; 4; Pop_Dep]
Currently not used by symbology; 0
ORIENTATION
(ORIENTATION)
[Short Integer; Yes; 3; Pop_Dep]
Orientation in whole degrees from East going anti-clockwise; TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesThis feature will not be shown in densely settled regions as defined by Appendix C ‘Fence and Water Facilities Guide’ regardless of whether it was shown on/in the base material/digital data. Refer to Appendix C for more information on when to capture this feature.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated Dataset
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetWindpumps cannot overlap Sea, Watercourse Area perennial, Lake perennial, Canal Area, Reservoir or Building Area. Map RulesWindpumps will be named where named on the base material/digital data or revision source material supplied. Related FeaturesBore , Water tank Related ChaptersAppendix C
Related Products
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Updated: 5 December 2006
YardYards Culture Point A small area of land enclosed by a fence and generally used for confining stock. Minimum Size for Inclusion
Data AttributesFEATURE TYPE (FEATURETYPE) [String; No; 32; Pop_Req] The code which identifies the type of topographic feature represented Yard NAME (NAME) [String; Yes; 60; Pop_Dep] The name of the yard. This item should be populated where name is known.
FEATURE RELIABILITY DATE
(FEATURERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
FEATURE SOURCE
(FEATURESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE RELIABILITY
(ATTRIBUTERELIABILITY)
[Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Req]
ATTRIBUTE SOURCE
(ATTRIBUTESOURCE)
[String; Yes; 50; Pop_Req]
PLANIMETRIC ACCURACY
(PLANIMETRICACCURACY)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
The standard deviation of the horizontal positional accuracy.The default value, when not specified in project instructions, will be as follows; DATA SOURCE (SOURCE) [String; No; 50; Pop_Req] This is the official name of the agency that originally captured the spatial object for the TOPO250K NTDB (For use in TOPO250K only) ; The default value when unknown or not specified in project instructions will be GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. UNIQUE FEATURE IDENTIFIER (UFI) [String; Yes; 10; Pop_Aut] Alphanumeric feature identifier defined for GEODATA SERIES 2 (For use in TOPO250K only;) (see Section 3 chapter 5.14) FEATURE CREATION DATE (CREATIONDATE) [Date; Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of creation of feature in the database. This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. FEATURE RETIREMENT DATE (RETIREMENTDATE) [Date;Yes; 0; 0; 36; Pop_Aut] Date of retirement of feature in the database.This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA. PERSISTENT IDENTIFIER (PID) [Long Integer; Yes; 8; Pop_Aut] This field will be entered/edited automatically by GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA.
SYMBOL
(SYMBOL)
[Short Integer; No; 4; Pop_Req]
(Link to Symbol Dictionary)Symbol number/s applicable; 433
FEATURE WIDTH
(FEATUREWIDTH)
[Double; Yes; 8; 4; Pop_Dep]
Currently not used by symbology; 0
ORIENTATION
(ORIENTATION)
[Short Integer; Yes; 3; Pop_Dep]
Orientation in whole degrees from East going anti-clockwise; TEXT NOTE (TEXTNOTE) [String; Yes; 50; Pop_Dep] Descriptive note to appear on map. Text Note field should be added when directed in the Geodatabase Rules or if descriptive information is known about a feature that is not covered by any other item in the feature class and expands on the definition of the feature. Geodatabase RulesAt 1:100 000 this feature will only be shown in sparsely settled regions as defined by Appendix C ‘Fence and Water Facilities Guide’, size and any other selection criteria apply to all feature occurrences.
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - Internal to Associated Dataset
Inter-Feature Relationship Rules - External to Associated DatasetYards that are within 2mm at map scale of a bore or homestead will be symbolised to 0 (non-printing).
Map Rules
Related FeaturesFence Related ChaptersAppendix C
Related Products
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