New Mexico Ghost Towns

Metadata from the RGIS Metadata Repository

Identification Information

Citation
Citation Information
Originator UNM Earth Data Analysis Center.
Publication Date 2014-03-25
Publication Time 12:34:29
Title New Mexico Ghost Towns
Geospatial Data Presentation Form vector digital data
Publication Information
Publication Place
Publisher
Other Citation Details
Online Linkage https://gstore.unm.edu/apps/rgisarchive/datasets/ef18c634-2d3d-4a48-b6a2-a71bd9e7a00e/ghost_towns.original.zip
Online Linkage https://gstore.unm.edu/apps/rgisarchive/datasets/ef18c634-2d3d-4a48-b6a2-a71bd9e7a00e/metadata/FGDC-STD-001-1998.xml
Online Linkage https://gstore.unm.edu/apps/rgisarchive/datasets/ef18c634-2d3d-4a48-b6a2-a71bd9e7a00e/metadata/FGDC-STD-001-1998.html
Online Linkage https://gstore.unm.edu/apps/rgisarchive/datasets/ef18c634-2d3d-4a48-b6a2-a71bd9e7a00e/metadata/ISO-19115:2003.xml
Online Linkage https://gstore.unm.edu/apps/rgisarchive/datasets/ef18c634-2d3d-4a48-b6a2-a71bd9e7a00e/metadata/ISO-19115:2003.html
Online Linkage https://gstore.unm.edu/apps/rgisarchive/datasets/ef18c634-2d3d-4a48-b6a2-a71bd9e7a00e/metadata/ISO-19110.xml
Larger Work Citation
Description
Abstract This data provides locations and non-spatial attributes of many ghost towns in the State of New Mexico, compiled from various sources. Locations provided with varying degrees of accuracy.
Purpose This data set is intended to provide the general locations and conditions of ghost towns within the State of New Mexico. Locations are provided with varying degrees of accuracy, and should not be used for navigation. It is wise to consult with a local before attempting to visit any of these places.
Supplemental Information There are 241 ghost towns that have unknown coordinates. These were omitted from this file.
Time Period of Content
Single Date/Time
Calendar Date 2014
Currentness Reference publication date
Status
Progress Complete
Maintenance and Update Frequency As needed
Spatial Domain
Bounding Coordinates
West Bounding Coordinate -108.989501
East Bounding Coordinate -103.167492
North Bounding Coordinate 36.988889
South Bounding Coordinate 32.283982
Keywords
Theme
Thesaurus None
Keyword Ghost towns
Keyword New Mexico
Keyword History
Keyword Archaeology
Keyword 1800
Keyword 1900
Keyword Mining
Keyword Ranching
Keyword Tourism
Theme
Thesaurus ISO 19115 Topic Categories
Keyword society
Access Constraints None
Use Constraints Not to be used for navigation
Point of Contact
Data Set Credit UNM EDAC
Native Data Set Environment Microsoft Windows 7 Version 6.1 (Build 7601) Service Pack 1; Esri ArcGIS 10.1.0.3035
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Data Quality Information

Attribute Accuracy Report
Report To the best of this analyst's knowledge, all records in the set are correct with regard to location and attributes. Information was gathered from official sources representing the business or organization, and digital orthophotography.
Quantitative Attribute Accuracy Assessment
Attribute Accuracy Value
Attribute Accuracy Explanation
Horizontal Positional Accuracy Report
Report Unknown
Quantitative Horizontal Positional Accuracy Assessment
Horizontal Positional Accuracy Value
Horizontal Positional Accuracy Explanation
Logical Consistency Report Unknown
Completeness Report Unknown. Thorough and comprehensive research was performed, though omissions may exist.
Lineage
Source Information
Source Citation
Citation Information
Originator US Board on Geographic Names, GNIS data
Publication Date Unknown
Publication Time
Title Unknown
Geospatial Data Presentation Form vector digital data
Publication Information
Publication Place http://geonames.usgs.gov/
Publisher US Board on Geographic Names
Other Citation Details
Source Scale Denominator
Type of Source Media Unknown
Source Time Period of Content
Source Currentness Reference Unknown
Source Citation Abbreviation Unknown
Source Contribution Unknown
Source Information
Source Citation
Citation Information
Originator Todd Underwood, Boris Vasilev
Publication Date 2013
Publication Time
Title Ghost Towns
Geospatial Data Presentation Form web page
Publication Information
Publication Place http://www.ghosttowns.com/
Publisher Atjeu Publishing
Other Citation Details
Source Scale Denominator
Type of Source Media Unknown
Source Time Period of Content
Source Currentness Reference Unknown
Source Citation Abbreviation Ghost Towns
Source Contribution Unknown
Source Information
Source Citation
Citation Information
Originator James E. and Barbara H. Sherman.
Publication Date 1975
Publication Time
Title Ghost Towns and Mining Camps of New Mexico
Geospatial Data Presentation Form map
Publication Information
Publication Place Unknown
Publisher University of Oklahoma Press
Other Citation Details
Source Scale Denominator
Type of Source Media Unknown
Source Time Period of Content
Source Currentness Reference Unknown
Source Citation Abbreviation Ghost Towns and Mining Camps of New Mexico
Source Contribution Unknown
Process Step
Process Description The New Mexico data was downloaded from the GNIS website. Historical places were selected, and imported into a spreadsheet. GNIS names and locations were validated against historical maps, descriptions, and aerial imagery.
Process Date 2014-01-10
Process Time
Process Contact
Contact Information
Contact Person Primary
Contact Person
Contact Organization
Contact Organization Primary
Contact Organization Earth Data Analysis Center
Contact Person
Contact Position Clearinghouse Manager
Contact Address
Address Type mailing address
Address MSC01 1110
Address 1 University of New Mexico
City Albuquerque
State or Province NM
Postal Code 87131-0001
Country USA
Contact Voice Telephone 505-277-3622
Contact Facsimile Telephone 505-277-3614
Contact Electronic Mail Address clearinghouse@edac.unm.edu
Hours of Service 8AM - 5PM Mountain Time
Contact Instructions
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Spatial Data Organization Information

Indirect Spatial Reference Method Unknown
Direct Spatial Reference Method Vector
Point and Vector Object Information
SDTS Terms Description
SDTS Point and Vector Object Type Entity point
Point and Vector Object Count 265
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Spatial Reference Information

Spatial Reference
Name D North American 1983
Code EPSG:4269
URL http://www.epsg-registry.org/export.htm?gml=urn:ogc:def:crs:EPSG::4269
Spatial Reference
Name GRS 1980
Code EPSG:7019
URL http://www.epsg-registry.org/export.htm?gml=urn:ogc:def:ellipsoid:EPSG::7019
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Entity and Attribute Information

Detailed Description
Entity Type
Entity Type LabelGhost_Towns_01062014
Entity Type Definition General locations of ghost towns
Entity Type Definition Source User defined
Attribute
Attribute Label FID
Attribute Definition Internal feature number.
Attribute Definition Source Esri
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain Sequential unique whole numbers that are automatically generated.
Attribute
Attribute Label Shape
Attribute Definition Feature geometry.
Attribute Definition Source Esri
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain Coordinates defining the features.
Attribute
Attribute Label NAME
Attribute Definition Ghost Town name
Attribute Definition Source EDAC
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain Place names given to ghost towns. May be different from official GNIS name.
Attribute
Attribute Label YEAR_ABAND
Attribute Definition Year town was abandoned
Attribute Definition Source EDAC
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain Year that town was abandoned, YYYY format. Usually based on date that the town's post office closed.
Attribute
Attribute Label CONDITION
Attribute Definition Condition of structures in the ghost town
Attribute Definition Source EDAC
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain In order of level of preservation (most preserved to least preserved): Historic, Semi-abandoned, Abandoned, Neglected, Barren.
Attribute
Attribute Label FEATURE_ID
Attribute Definition GNIS Unique Identifier
Attribute Definition Source GNIS
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain Key to connect record to GNIS place name and data
Attribute
Attribute Label STATE_ALPH
Attribute Definition State initials
Attribute Definition Source GNIS
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain Two letter state code
Attribute
Attribute Label STATE_NUME
Attribute Definition State number
Attribute Definition Source GNIS
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain State FIPS code
Attribute
Attribute Label COUNTY_NAM
Attribute Definition County Name
Attribute Definition Source GNIS and EDAC
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain Name of the county in which ghost town is located
Attribute
Attribute Label COUNTY_NUM
Attribute Definition County code
Attribute Definition Source GNIS and EDAC
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain County FIPS code
Attribute
Attribute Label PRIM_LAT_D
Attribute Definition Latitude
Attribute Definition Source EDAC
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain Latitude in decimal degrees
Attribute
Attribute Label PRIM_LONG_
Attribute Definition Longitude
Attribute Definition Source EDAC
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain Longitude in decimal degrees
Attribute
Attribute Label ELEV_IN_M
Attribute Definition Elevation
Attribute Definition Source GNIS
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain Elevation in meters
Attribute
Attribute Label ELEV_IN_FT
Attribute Definition Elevation
Attribute Definition Source GNIS
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain Elevation in feet
Attribute
Attribute Label CURRENT_GE
Attribute Definition Correct geometry
Attribute Definition Source EDAC
Attribute Domain Values
Unrepresentable Domain Correct geometry
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Distribution Information

Distributor
Resource Description Downloadable Data
Distribution Liability The material on this site is made available as a public service. Maps and data are to be used for reference purposes only and the Earth Data Analysis Center (EDAC), Resource Geographic Information System (RGIS) and The University of New Mexico are not responsible for any inaccuracies herein contained. No responsibility is assumed for damages or other liabilities due to the accuracy, availability, use or misuse of the information herein provided. Unless otherwise indicated in the documentation (metadata) for individual data sets, information on this site is public domain and may be copied without permission; citation of the source is appreciated.
Standard Order Process
Digital Form
Digital Transfer Information
Format Name ZIP
Transfer Size 1
Digital Transfer Option
Online Option
Computer Contact Information
Network Address
Network Resource Name https://gstore.unm.edu/apps/rgisarchive/datasets/ef18c634-2d3d-4a48-b6a2-a71bd9e7a00e/ghost_towns.original.zip
Access Instructions Download from Resource Geographic Information System (RGIS) at http://rgis.unm.edu.
Fees None. The files are available to download from Resource Geographic Information System (RGIS) (http://rgis.unm.edu).
Ordering Instructions Contact Earth Data Analysis Center at clearinghouse@edac.unm.edu
Custom Order Process Contact Earth Data Analysis Center at clearinghouse@edac.unm.edu
Technical Prerequisites Adequate computer capability is the only technical prerequisite for viewing data in digital form.
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Metadata Reference Information

Metadata Date 2024-03-28
Metadata Review Date
Metadata Future Review Date
Metadata Contact
Contact Information
Contact Person Primary
Contact Person
Contact Organization
Contact Organization Primary
Contact Organization Earth Data Analysis Center
Contact Person
Contact Position Clearinghouse Manager
Contact Address
Address Type mailing and physical address
Address MSC01 1110
Address 1 University of New Mexico
City Albuquerque
State or Province NM
Postal Code 87131-0001
Country USA
Contact Voice Telephone 505-277-3622 ext. 230
Contact Facsimile Telephone 505-277-3614
Contact Electronic Mail Address clearinghouse@edac.unm.edu
Hours of Service 0800 - 1700 MT, M-F -7 hours GMT
Contact Instructions
Metadata Standard Name FGDC Content Standards for Digital Geospatial Metadata
Metadata Standard Version FGDC-STD-001-1998
Metadata Time Convention
Metadata Access Constraints
Metadata Use Constraints
Metadata Security Information
Security Classification System
Security Classification
Security Handling Description
Metadata Extensions
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