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Feature Statistic Oman

Num. NamesFeature ClassFeature CodeFeature Description
Administrative Boundary Features (country, state, region,...)
11A.ADM1first-order administrative divisiona primary administrative division of a country, such as a state in the United States
1A.PCLIindependent political entity
12 Total for A
Hydrographic Features (stream, lake, ...)
1.156H.WADwadia valley or ravine, bounded by relatively steep banks, which in the rainy season becomes a watercourse; found primarily in North Africa and the Middle East
309H.WLLwella cylindrical hole, pit, or tunnel drilled or dug down to a depth from which water, oil, or gas can be pumped or brought to the surface
198H.WTRHwaterhole(s)a natural hole, hollow, or small depression that contains water, used by man and animals, especially in arid areas
50H.INLTinleta narrow waterway extending into the land, or connecting a bay or lagoon with a larger body of water
39H.BAYbaya coastal indentation between two capes or headlands, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
30H.SPNGspring(s)a place where ground water flows naturally out of the ground
18H.COVEcove(s)a small coastal indentation, smaller than a bay
13H.RFreef(s)a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material
13H.WADXsection of wadi
7H.CNLAaqueducta conduit used to carry water
6H.STRTstraita relatively narrow waterway, usually narrower and less extensive than a sound, connecting two larger bodies of water
5H.POOLpool(s)a small and comparatively still, deep part of a larger body of water such as a stream or harbor; or a small body of standing water
5H.FLLSwaterfall(s)a perpendicular or very steep descent of the water of a stream
5H.CNLSBunderground irrigation canal(s)a gently inclined underground tunnel bringing water for irrigation from aquifers
4H.BGHTbight(s)an open body of water forming a slight recession in a coastline
3H.RSVreservoir(s)an artificial pond or lake
3H.RVNravine(s)a small, narrow, deep, steep-sided stream channel, smaller than a gorge
3H.SBKHsabkha(s)a salt flat or salt encrusted plain subject to periodic inundation from flooding or high tides
1H.ANCHanchoragean area where vessels may anchor
1H.GULFgulfa large recess in the coastline, larger than a bay
1H.STMstreama body of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land
1H.SHOLshoal(s)a surface-navigation hazard composed of unconsolidated material
1H.WADJwadi junctiona place where two or more wadies join
1H.LGNlagoona shallow coastal waterbody, completely or partly separated from a larger body of water by a barrier island, coral reef or other depositional feature
1H.FLTTtidal flat(s)a large flat area of mud or sand attached to the shore and alternately covered and uncovered by the tide
1H.HBRharbor(s)a haven or space of deep water so sheltered by the adjacent land as to afford a safe anchorage for ships
1H.CHNMmarine channelthat part of a body of water deep enough for navigation through an area otherwise not suitable
1.876 Total for H
Area Features (parks,area, ...)
199L.TRBtribal areaa tract of land used by nomadic or other tribes
64L.AREAareaa tract of land without homogeneous character or boundaries
33L.OILFoilfieldan area containing a subterranean store of petroleum of economic value
23L.LCTYlocalitya minor area or place of unspecified or mixed character and indefinite boundaries
15L.PRKparkan area, often of forested land, maintained as a place of beauty, or for recreation
14L.RGNregionan area distinguished by one or more observable physical or cultural characteristics
4L.OASoasis(-es)an area in a desert made productive by the availability of water
3L.PRTporta place provided with terminal and transfer facilities for loading and discharging waterborne cargo or passengers, usually located in a harbor
1L.SALTsalt areaa shallow basin or flat where salt accumulates after periodic inundation
356 Total for L
Populated Place Features (city, village,...)
2.253P.PPLpopulated placea city, town, village, or other agglomeration of buildings where people live and work
53P.PPLXsection of populated place
12P.PPLLpopulated localityan area similar to a locality but with a small group of dwellings or other buildings
8P.PPLAseat of a first-order administrative divisionseat of a first-order administrative division (PPLC takes precedence over PPLA)
6P.PPLQabandoned populated place
1P.PPLCcapital of a political entity
2.333 Total for P
Road / Railroad Features (road, railroad )
3R.RDJCTroad junctiona place where two or more roads join
2R.TRLtraila path, track, or route used by pedestrians, animals, or off-road vehicles
1R.RDroadan open way with improved surface for transportation of animals, people and vehicles
6 Total for R
Spot Features (spot, building, farm)
125S.HTLhotela building providing lodging and/or meals for the public
96S.BLDGbuilding(s)a structure built for permanent use, as a house, factory, etc.
91S.SCHschoolbuilding(s) where instruction in one or more branches of knowledge takes place
61S.ADMFadministrative facilitya government building
51S.MSQEmosquea building for public Islamic worship
47S.RDCRtraffic circlea road junction formed around a central circle about which traffic moves in one direction only
40S.RUINruin(s)a destroyed or decayed structure which is no longer functional
25S.MALLmallA large, often enclosed shopping complex containing various stores, businesses, and restaurants usually accessible by common passageways.
22S.FRMfarma tract of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture
22S.HLThalting placea place where caravans stop for rest
22S.CAVEcave(s)an underground passageway or chamber, or cavity on the side of a cliff
17S.CTRMmedical centera complex of health care buildings including two or more of the following: hospital, medical school, clinic, pharmacy, doctor's offices, etc.
17S.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.HSPhospitala building in which sick or injured, especially those confined to bed, are medically treated
14S.FTforta defensive structure or earthworks
13S.HSPCclinica medical facility associated with a hospital for outpatients
12S.PPpolice posta building in which police are stationed
12S.SCHCcollegethe grounds and buildings of an institution of higher learning
11S.BANKbankA business establishment in which money is kept for saving or commercial purposes or is invested, supplied for loans, or exchanged.
10S.MUSmuseuma building where objects of permanent interest in one or more of the arts and sciences are preserved and exhibited
10S.TOWRtowera high conspicuous structure, typically much higher than its diameter
8S.STDMstadiuma structure with an enclosure for athletic games with tiers of seats for spectators
8S.MKTmarketa place where goods are bought and sold at regular intervals
6S.CMPcamp(s)a site occupied by tents, huts, or other shelters for temporary use
4S.MFGfactoryone or more buildings where goods are manufactured, processed or fabricated
3S.STNMmeteorological stationa station at which weather elements are recorded
3S.SCHTtechnical schoolpost-secondary school with a specifically technical or vocational curriculum
3S.PALpalacea large stately house, often a royal or presidential residence
3S.CTHSEcourthousea building in which courts of law are held
3S.LDNGlandinga place where boats receive or discharge passengers and freight, but lacking most port facilities
3S.GATEgatea controlled access entrance or exit
2S.SQRsquarea broad, open, public area near the center of a town or city
2S.AIRFairfielda place on land where aircraft land and take off; no facilities provided for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo
2S.OILQabandoned oil well
2S.POpost officea public building in which mail is received, sorted and distributed
2S.RSRTresorta specialized facility for vacation, health, or participation sports activities
2S.CMTYcemeterya burial place or ground
1S.DPOFfuel depotan area where fuel is stored
1S.CMPOoil campa camp used by oilfield workers
1S.BCNbeacona fixed artificial navigation mark
1S.FRMQabandoned farm
1S.HUThuta small primitive house
1S.PSpower stationa facility for generating electric power
1S.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.
1S.TMPLtemple(s)an edifice dedicated to religious worship
1S.WALLAancient wallthe remains of a linear defensive stone structure
1S.DAMdama barrier constructed across a stream to impound water
1S.GRVEgravea burial site
1S.AIRHheliporta place where helicopters land and take off
1S.SWTsewage treatment plantfacility for the processing of sewage and/or wastewater
1S.RHSEresthousea structure maintained for the rest and shelter of travelers
1S.PSTBborder posta post or station at an international boundary for the regulation of movement of people and goods
1S.TMBtomb(s)a structure for interring bodies
1S.RECRracetracka track where races are held
1S.AMTHamphitheateran oval or circular structure with rising tiers of seats about a stage or open space
1S.CSTLcastlea large fortified building or set of buildings
1S.AIRQabandoned airfield
1S.BTYDboatyarda waterside facility for servicing, repairing, and building small vessels
1S.CHchurcha building for public Christian worship
1S.DIPdiplomatic facilityoffice, residence, or facility of a foreign government, which may include an embassy, consulate, chancery, office of charge d'affaires, or other diplomatic, economic, military, or cultural mission
1S.ANSarchaeological/prehistoric sitea place where archeological remains, old structures, or cultural artifacts are located
812 Total for S
Hypsographic Features (mountain,hill,rock,... )
264T.MTmountainan elevation standing high above the surrounding area with small summit area, steep slopes and local relief of 300m or more
214T.HLLhilla rounded elevation of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m
155T.PTpointa tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape
151T.DUNEdune(s)a wave form, ridge or star shape feature composed of sand
73T.PLNplain(s)an extensive area of comparatively level to gently undulating land, lacking surface irregularities, and usually adjacent to a higher area
48T.MTSmountainsa mountain range or a group of mountains or high ridges
47T.ISLislanda tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water
37T.PASSpassa break in a mountain range or other high obstruction, used for transportation from one side to the other [See also gap]
33T.RDGEridge(s)a long narrow elevation with steep sides, and a more or less continuous crest
26T.HLLShillsrounded elevations of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m
24T.DPRdepression(s)a low area surrounded by higher land and usually characterized by interior drainage
17T.CAPEcapea land area, more prominent than a point, projecting into the sea and marking a notable change in coastal direction
12T.SANDsand areaa tract of land covered with sand
5T.RKrocka conspicuous, isolated rocky mass
4T.TRGDinterdune trough(s)a long wind-swept trough between parallel longitudinal dunes
4T.ISLSislandstracts of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water
3T.SCRPescarpmenta long line of cliffs or steep slopes separating level surfaces above and below
3T.RKSrocksconspicuous, isolated rocky masses
3T.HDLDheadlanda high projection of land extending into a large body of water beyond the line of the coast
3T.PENpeninsulaan elongate area of land projecting into a body of water and nearly surrounded by water
2T.PKpeaka pointed elevation atop a mountain, ridge, or other hypsographic feature
2T.PROMpromontory(-ies)a bluff or prominent hill overlooking or projecting into a lowland
2T.PLATplateauan elevated plain with steep slopes on one or more sides, and often with incised streams
2T.SPURspur(s)a subordinate ridge projecting outward from a hill, mountain or other elevation
2T.VALvalleyan elongated depression usually traversed by a stream
1T.CLFcliff(s)a high, steep to perpendicular slope overlooking a waterbody or lower area
1T.GRGEgorge(s)a short, narrow, steep-sided section of a stream valley
1T.CUETcuesta(s)an asymmetric ridge formed on tilted strata
1T.BUTEbutte(s)a small, isolated, usually flat-topped hill with steep sides
1T.SDLsaddlea broad, open pass crossing a ridge or between hills or mountains
1T.UPLDuplandan extensive interior region of high land with low to moderate surface relief
1T.SHORshorea narrow zone bordering a waterbody which covers and uncovers at high and low water, respectively
1T.MESAmesa(s)a flat-topped, isolated elevation with steep slopes on all sides, less extensive than a plateau
1.144 Total for T
Vegetation Features (forest,heath,...)
18V.CULTcultivated areaan area under cultivation
2V.TREEtree(s)a conspicuous tree used as a landmark
20 Total for V
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