Introduction to ArcGIS Topographic Mapping data maintenance

Available with an ArcGIS Topographic Mapping license.

The ArcGIS Topographic Mapping extension helps reduce the time it takes to compile and maintain authoritative topographic content. Perform database maintenance and quality control for data and map products and ensure consistency by capturing and distributing best practices throughout your organization.

Feature creation

Use the following tools to create features:

• Difference polygons
• Structures
• Elevation points from contours
• Elevation points from a digital elevation model (DEM)

Feature modification

See the following for information and methods to modify features:

• Update angle values
• Associate features with GeoNames

Feature management

The product data files contain the following:

• Preconfigured attribute rules to help with data quality control
• An add-in to review certain metadata in a comprehensible format