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Feature Statistic Estonia

Num. NamesFeature ClassFeature CodeFeature Description
Administrative Boundary Features (country, state, region,...)
227A.ADM2second-order administrative divisiona subdivision of a first-order administrative division
15A.ADM1first-order administrative divisiona primary administrative division of a country, such as a state in the United States
1A.PCLIindependent political entity
243 Total for A
Hydrographic Features (stream, lake, ...)
302H.STMstreama body of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land
236H.LKlakea large inland body of standing water
68H.BAYbaya coastal indentation between two capes or headlands, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
48H.SWMPswampa wetland dominated by tree vegetation
47H.BOGbog(s)a wetland characterized by peat forming sphagnum moss, sedge, and other acid-water plants
42H.MRSHmarsh(es)a wetland dominated by grass-like vegetation
32H.HBRharbor(s)a haven or space of deep water so sheltered by the adjacent land as to afford a safe anchorage for ships
27H.SHOLshoal(s)a surface-navigation hazard composed of unconsolidated material
18H.STMCcanalized streama stream that has been substantially ditched, diked, or straightened
11H.LKSlakeslarge inland bodies of standing water
9H.STRTstraita relatively narrow waterway, usually narrower and less extensive than a sound, connecting two larger bodies of water
4H.CNLcanalan artificial watercourse
4H.RSVreservoir(s)an artificial pond or lake
3H.RDSTroadsteadan open anchorage affording less protection than a harbor
2H.COVEcove(s)a small coastal indentation, smaller than a bay
2H.DCKdock(s)a waterway between two piers, or cut into the land for the berthing of ships
1H.RFreef(s)a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material
1H.SDsounda long arm of the sea forming a channel between the mainland and an island or islands; or connecting two larger bodies of water
857 Total for H
Area Features (parks,area, ...)
1.060L.LCTYlocalitya minor area or place of unspecified or mixed character and indefinite boundaries
9L.PRKparkan area, often of forested land, maintained as a place of beauty, or for recreation
8L.RESNnature reservean area reserved for the maintenance of a natural habitat
6L.PRTporta place provided with terminal and transfer facilities for loading and discharging waterborne cargo or passengers, usually located in a harbor
2L.RGNregionan area distinguished by one or more observable physical or cultural characteristics
1.085 Total for L
Populated Place Features (city, village,...)
6.852P.PPLpopulated placea city, town, village, or other agglomeration of buildings where people live and work
168P.PPLXsection of populated place
14P.PPLAseat of a first-order administrative divisionseat of a first-order administrative division (PPLC takes precedence over PPLA)
11P.PPLLpopulated localityan area similar to a locality but with a small group of dwellings or other buildings
1P.PPLA2seat of a second-order administrative division
1P.PPLCcapital of a political entity
1P.PPLQabandoned populated place
1P.PPLFfarm villagea populated place where the population is largely engaged in agricultural activities
7.049 Total for P
Road / Railroad Features (road, railroad )
1R.RYDrailroad yarda system of tracks used for the making up of trains, and switching and storing freight cars
1 Total for R
Spot Features (spot, building, farm)
150S.FRMfarma tract of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture
118S.HTLhotela building providing lodging and/or meals for the public
100S.RSTNrailroad stationa facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading train passengers and freight
91S.RSTPrailroad stopa place lacking station facilities where trains stop to pick up and unload passengers and freight
38S.RSTNQabandoned railroad station
15S.AIRPairporta place where aircraft regularly land and take off, with runways, navigational aids, and major facilities for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo
14S.LTHSElighthousea distinctive structure exhibiting a major navigation light
13S.CHchurcha building for public Christian worship
8S.BDGbridgea structure erected across an obstacle such as a stream, road, etc., in order to carry roads, railroads, and pedestrians across
8S.TOWRtowera high conspicuous structure, typically much higher than its diameter
6S.MALLmallA large, often enclosed shopping complex containing various stores, businesses, and restaurants usually accessible by common passageways.
5S.AIRFairfielda place on land where aircraft land and take off; no facilities provided for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo
5S.PSpower stationa facility for generating electric power
3S.SQRsquarea broad, open, public area near the center of a town or city
3S.STDMstadiuma structure with an enclosure for athletic games with tiers of seats for spectators
2S.BUSTNbus stationa facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading passengers
2S.SCHschoolbuilding(s) where instruction in one or more branches of knowledge takes place
2S.UNIVuniversityAn institution for higher learning with teaching and research facilities constituting a graduate school and professional schools that award master's degrees and doctorates and an undergraduate division that awards bachelor's degrees.
2S.MKTmarketa place where goods are bought and sold at regular intervals
2S.BCNbeacona fixed artificial navigation mark
1S.FYferrya boat or other floating conveyance and terminal facilities regularly used to transport people and vehicles across a waterbody
1S.null
1S.GHSEguest housea house used to provide lodging for paying guests
1S.RNCHranch(es)a large farm specializing in extensive grazing of livestock
1S.HSEhouse(s)a building used as a human habitation
1S.LIBRlibraryA place in which information resources such as books are kept for reading, reference, or lending.
1S.BLDGbuilding(s)a structure built for permanent use, as a house, factory, etc.
1S.CMPcamp(s)a site occupied by tents, huts, or other shelters for temporary use
1S.ESTestate(s)a large commercialized agricultural landholding with associated buildings and other facilities
1S.AIRHheliporta place where helicopters land and take off
1S.ATHFathletic fielda tract of land used for playing team sports, and athletic track and field events
1S.THTRtheaterA building, room, or outdoor structure for the presentation of plays, films, or other dramatic performances
1S.SPAspaa resort area usually developed around a medicinal spring
600 Total for S
Hypsographic Features (mountain,hill,rock,... )
130T.ISLislanda tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water
87T.PTpointa tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape
34T.PENpeninsulaan elongate area of land projecting into a body of water and nearly surrounded by water
20T.HLLhilla rounded elevation of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m
18T.CAPEcapea land area, more prominent than a point, projecting into the sea and marking a notable change in coastal direction
8T.SPITspita narrow, straight or curved continuation of a beach into a waterbody
6T.CLFcliff(s)a high, steep to perpendicular slope overlooking a waterbody or lower area
4T.RKrocka conspicuous, isolated rocky mass
4T.RKSrocksconspicuous, isolated rocky masses
3T.ISLSislandstracts of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water
3T.HLLShillsrounded elevations of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m
2T.MTmountainan elevation standing high above the surrounding area with small summit area, steep slopes and local relief of 300m or more
1T.UPLDuplandan extensive interior region of high land with low to moderate surface relief
1T.BCHbeacha shore zone of coarse unconsolidated sediment that extends from the low-water line to the highest reach of storm waves
1T.HDLDheadlanda high projection of land extending into a large body of water beyond the line of the coast
1T.TRRterracea long, narrow alluvial platform bounded by steeper slopes above and below, usually overlooking a waterbody
323 Total for T
Vegetation Features (forest,heath,...)
1V.TREEtree(s)a conspicuous tree used as a landmark
1 Total for V
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