Vector Datasets and Formats

Much vector data is stored in conventional GIS formats, such as those of ESRI SHP or MapInfo formats.  However, there are a number of vector data formats which are specific to particular data types and US agencies.  These are important because they are the format in which a large amount of public-domain data is distributed.

Global Vector Datasets

USGS DLG-O

TIGER®

Other Vector FormatsBTS

U.S. Military Formats