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Mound Index Contour (HQC_8)

DGIF baseline 2026-1, the latest. Earlier baselines: timemap.

RDF: hqc_8.ttl

Name
moundIndexContour
Attribute
HQC Hypsography Portrayal Type
Definition
A closed index contour line delimiting a localized area of higher elevation than the surrounding terrain (a terrain mound) into which there is no surface drainage.
Description
It is typically depicted with perpendicular ticks on the descending side of the mound index contour line, while maintaining index contour line weight.
Accepted
2013-10-18
Allowed for

Source: DGIF 2026-1 QEA model, DGIWG. Standard: DGIWG 206-3. Licence: CC BY 4.0, © DGIWG.