Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC)
Overview
Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) is a U.S. government committee that promotes the coordinated development, use, sharing, and dissemination of geospatial data on a national level. FGDC coordinates the National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) and develops metadata standards.
Key Concepts
National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) is the framework for sharing geospatial data. FGDC metadata standard defines documentation requirements for geospatial data. Geospatial data clearinghouse is a network of distributed data servers. Framework data are foundational layers (geodetic control, orthoimagery, elevation, etc.). Geospatial Platform is GeoPlatform.gov for federal data sharing.
FGDC Framework Themes
- Geodetic Control
- Orthoimagery
- Elevation
- Transportation
- Hydrography
- Governmental Units
- Cadastral
Appendix
Created: 2025-12-13 | Modified: 2025-12-13
See Also
- Geographic Information System (GIS)
- International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
- United States Geological Survey (USGS)