Soil Survey Geographic (SSURGO) potential for erosion for the northern Tehachapi mountains, California, USA
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Resource Abstract:
This data set is a digital soil survey and generally is the most detailed level of soil geographic data developed by the National
Cooperative Soil Survey. The information was prepared by digitizing maps, by compiling information onto a planimetric correct
base and digitizing, or by revising digitized maps using remotely sensed and other information. <br /> <br /> This data set
consists of georeferenced digital map data and computerized attribute data. The map data are in a soil survey area extent
format and include a detailed, field verified inventory <br /> of soils and miscellaneous areas that normally occur in a repeatable
pattern on the landscape and that can be cartographically shown at the scale mapped. A special soil features layer (point
and line features) is optional. This layer displays the location of features too small to delineate at the mapping scale,
but they are large enough and contrasting enough to significantly influence use and management. The soil map units are linked
to attributes in the National Soil Information System relational database, which gives the proportionate extent of the component
soils and their properties.
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Title Soil Survey Geographic (SSURGO) potential for erosion for the northern Tehachapi mountains, California, USA