PURPOSE
This educational module is associated with the other modules under the general topic of Learning the Cadastral Data Content Standard.  But this module is different, in that the main topic here is cadastral information, not the Standard.  This module focuses on the uses of cadastral information and data specifically for GIS Specialists throughout the United States.  The purpose is to provide information and examples about the kinds of cadastral data typically used, and how that data relates to GIS lands and resources applications.  The goal is to enable GIS Specialists to gain a much more clear and practical understanding of the cadastral information they work with every day.

The links below give you access to any part of this module that you may wish to investigate.  In general, we recommend moving through these materials sequentially, starting with the Introducation and continuing on through Part One to Part Four.  Or, you can go right to the specific topics you wish to know about first.

Introduction

Part One - Overview Of The Public Land Survey System
History
Land Tenure And Land Interests
How The PLSS Works
    PLSS Datum
    Metes And Bounds Surveys, and Lots
    Legal Description
    Plats
    Geodetic Control
Summary and Sources

Part Two - Cadastral Information
The Depth and Diversity of Cadastral Information
Example - Wyoming Coal Leasing and Private Land
GIS Themes And The Cadastral Data Content Standard
A Local Parcel Map Example
A Local Zoning Map Example
Parcel Related GIS Functions - Nevada BLM Land Sale Example
Using Cadastral Data In A GIS

Part Three - Data Integration, Standards, and Modernizing Land Records
The Western Governors' Association
Data Integration
The Geographic Coordinate Data Base (GCDB)
Standards
More About The Cadastral Data Content Standard
Modernization - National Integrated Land System (NILS)
Successes With Cadastral Information

Part Four - Sources Of Cadastral Information
Bureau of Land Management
USDA Forest Service
State Agencies
Counties

Resources