Types of Maps

Dasymetric Mapping is a form of thematic mapping mainly used when graphing data that portrays volume. It uses symbols or color shading to po...

These are a type of choropleth map. They are proportional circle maps which use circles to create point data on maps. The circle sizes are p...

Orienteering maps are maps made specifically for competitions. They are very detailed maps of the area where the competition will take place...

Digital Line Graphs are digital maps that are distributed by the US Geological Survey. They are collected from the USGS maps and are distrib...

Nominal choropleth maps are used to show nominal values for certain geographical areas. The different colors represent different values, and...

Unstandardized choropleth maps are unordered maps. The classes being mapped are not ranked in relation to each other. This map shows the mos...

World Aeronautic Charts show topographic information, airports and radio navigational aids. They are used by pilots operating at high altitu...