This week, I have accessed the ArcGIS DataServer and downloaded the roadways and major highways in Arizona. When I downloaded this data, it downloaded the Map Tour layer with World Boundaries and Places layer, a World Transportation layer, and World Imagery layer. It also added topography which will help to better understand the areas in which major natural hazards can occur.
Although I haven't gotten very far with starting to map out hazards, I did have trouble trying to find what layer would best fit in the map I am trying to create. I am however, ahead of my projected timeline, as I have downloaded and unzipped the files I am planning on using.
In the upcoming days, I will be adding natural hazards data layers that found off the Arizona USGS website onto the map. I have decided to stick to mapping Fault Lines, Earth Fissures, Earthquakes, Volcanoes and possibly potential flood zones if all goes well. I will also be figuring out why the layer is under the Twiggy folder rather than my student folder. Once this problem is solved, I will reroute the folders so this problem doesn’t happen again and create the correct folder connections needed.
Good luck on your quest in finding which layer would best fit your map and troubleshooting your file location problem. If you run into more trouble don't forget that there is many online resources (including ArcGis help pages, youtube videos, and other sites) that can help you fix your problem. I think that you are creating a map for some very important data.
ReplyDeleteLooks good Amber! I like the topography, it goes well with your project topic. The natural hazards layers that you plan to include sound good also. The folder issue seems pretty simple to fix, maybe the textbook or inline resources would help, but I would definitely look into that before going further to prevent any other issues and also to keep everything organized.
ReplyDeleteI love your project so far! As for the issues with not being able to get your data into your GIS folder, I had this same issue, and I found that actually creating a separate folder and folder connection after fully unzipping the data was successful. Your map looks amazing so far and I can’t wait to see your project as it moves along!
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