MVRPC Resources
Federal & National Resources
- USGS - The National Map Seamless Server: Access national geospatial data datasets and mapping endpoints from the U.S. Geological Survey.
- Federal Highway Administration (FHWA): National transportation and highway GIS data and mapping tools.
MVRPC has aggregated a comprehensive list of State and County Level GIS Data Sources available online for easy access to critical mapping layers and services:
Ohio Statewide Resources
Ohio Statewide Imagery Program (OSIP): This aerial orthophotography program was conducted for the state previously in 2007-2008. OSIP II was authorized in February 2011 and will take place over a 4 year period (2011-2014). This will make digital orthophotos available for the entire area. For more information, see https://das.ohio.gov/technology-and-strategy/ogrip/projects/osip
Ohio Geographically Referenced Information Program (OGRIP):
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR):
Other State Agencies:
Regional Resources
Southwest Ohio GIS Users Group: Born out of the desire to provide GIS professionals in the region an avenue for networking, problem-solving, and communication.
County-Level Resources
Quick-reference portals, auditor websites, engineer offices, and downloadable GIS datasets across the region:
| County | Online Maps & Data Portals |
|---|---|
| Butler County | • Butler County GIS Website |
| Clark County | • Clark County Auditor’s Office |
| Darke County | • Darke County Auditor’s Office |
| Greene County | • Greene County GIS |
| Miami County | • Miami County GIS Website |
| Montgomery County | • Montgomery County Auditor’s Office • Montgomery County GIS Data Downloads |
| Preble County | • Preble County Auditor’s Office |
| Warren County |
Professional Organizations & Standards
- Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC): International voluntary consensus standards organization for geospatial content, location services, and GIS data frameworks.
- Urban Regional Information System Association (URISA): Multi-disciplinary association for professionals using GIS and other spatial information technologies.
Note: This site contains links to external websites that are not maintained by or affiliated with MVRPC. MVRPC does not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites. The links provided on this page are for informational and educational purposes only.