Data

The Energy Zones Mapping Tool currently includes the 408 Geographic Information System (GIS) data layers listed below. Over time, data layers will be added, updated, and removed. The GIS layers are compiled from a variety of sources for the purpose of screening-level analysis, and each has a limit to the scale, currency, and accuracy of the data.

Click any column header to sort on that column. Click the sign to view a short description of the data layer. Click on the metadata link in the table below to access metadata for each layer, and to learn more about the data quality and source. We make no warranty or representation, express or implied, as to the use, accuracy, or interpretation of the data accessible at this site.

	Thumbnail	Title	Category	Data Source	Resource
		BLM District and Field Office Boundaries	Land Status	Bureau of Land Management
		Abstract: Depicts District and Field Office Boundaries for the Bureau of Land Management. Metadata File Publication Date: December 2023 - Data last updated: 2024-01-23
		Greater Sage-Grouse Priority Habitat Management Area Solar Allocations	Ecology	Bureau of Land Management
		Abstract: Greater Sage-Grouse Priority Habitat Management Area Solar Allocations Metadata File Publication Date: July 2015 - Data last updated: 2016-10-24
		National Conservation Areas	Land Status	Bureau of Land Management
		Abstract: Depicts designated National Conservation Areas administered by the Bureau of Land Management. Metadata File Publication Date: January 2024 - Data last updated: 2024-01-31
		Greater Sage-Grouse General Habitat Management Area Solar Allocations	Ecology	Bureau of Land Management
		Abstract: This dataset represents the consolidated submissions of Proposed GRSG habitat management areas (General and Important only) from each individual BLM EIS for Tier II analysis. Metadata File Publication Date: July 2015 - Data last updated: 2016-10-24
		Plan Boundaries - Bureau of Land Management	Land Status	Bureau of Land Management
		Abstract: Depicts boundaries of completed Bureau of Land Management Resource Management Plans. Metadata File Publication Date: July 2022 - Data last updated: 2024-01-09
		Public Land Survey System - Sections	Cadastre	Bureau of Land Management
		Abstract: Depicts Public Land Survey System Sections. Metadata File Publication Date: September 2023 - Data last updated: 2024-01-08
		Viewshed Sample: Appalachian Trail	Landform	Brent Chamberlain, Kansas State University
		Abstract: This sample viewshed was computed for a portion of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail to illustrate variations in visibility from the trail. Metadata File Publication Date: June 2015 - Data last updated: 2022-06-14
		Conventional Crops 2022	Flora	Bioenergy Knowledge Discovery Framework	Biomass
		Abstract: This layer displays Conventional Crops for the year 2022 as reported from the Bioenergy Knowledge Discovery Framework. Metadata File Publication Date: 2011 - Data last updated: 2012-03-02
		Secondary Agriculture Residue 2012	Flora	Bioenergy Knowledge Discovery Framework	Biomass
		Abstract: This layer displays Secondary Agriculture Residue for the year 2012 as reported from the Bioenergy Knowledge Discovery Framework. Metadata File Publication Date: 2011 - Data last updated: 2012-03-02
		Conventional Crops 2012	Flora	Bioenergy Knowledge Discovery Framework	Biomass
		Abstract: This layer displays Conventional Crops for the year 2012 as reported from the Bioenergy Knowledge Discovery Framework. Metadata File Publication Date: 2011 - Data last updated: 2012-03-02
		Dams	Utilities	Army Corps of Engineers	Water
		Abstract: Depicts dams in the U.S. meeting at least one of the following criteria; 1) High hazard potential classification - loss of human life is likely if the dam fails, 2) Significant hazard potential classification - no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns, 3) Equals or exceeds 25 feet in height and exceeds 15 acre-feet in storage, 4) Equals or exceeds 50 acre-feet storage and exceeds 6 feet in height. Metadata File Publication Date: April 2022 - Data last updated: 2022-08-24
		Formerly Used Defense Site Points	Environmental Hazards	Army Corps of Engineers
		Abstract: Formerly Used Defense Sites are properties used by the military prior to October 1986 to train and support military personnel, and test new weapons and warfare capabilities. When no longer needed, many of these properties were cleaned up according to the best practices available at the time and then transferred to other owners such as private individuals or federal, state, tribal, or local government entities. Metadata File Publication Date: December 2023 - Data last updated: 2024-01-08
		Formerly Used Defense Site Areas	Environmental Hazards	Army Corps of Engineers
		Abstract: Formerly Used Defense Sites are properties used by the military prior to October 1986 to train and support military personnel, and test new weapons and warfare capabilities. When no longer needed, many of these properties were cleaned up according to the best practices available at the time and then transferred to other owners such as private individuals or federal, state, tribal, or local government entities. Metadata File Publication Date: August 2022 - Data last updated: 2024-01-08
		Habitat	Ecology	Argonne National Laboratory; et al.
		Abstract: A composite of over 65 datasets including national, regional, and state-level data indicating high quality habitat and core conservation areas. Categorized as “Develop with Caution” (Yellow), and “Develop with Extreme Caution” (Orange). For more information, see “Draft Categorization Document for Protected Lands and Habitat Screening Layers” in the Documents section of this web site. Metadata File Publication Date: February 2013 - Data last updated: 2013-03-15
		National Trail	Land Status	Argonne National Laboratory; et al.
		Abstract: Depicts National Scenic and Historic Trails. The data have been collected from the National Park Service, United States Forest Service, Universities, and Private Organizations that oversee various trails. Metadata File Publication Date: November 2017 - Data last updated: 2019-01-30