Topographic Maps Independant practice 2

By MAI HASSAN
Last updated over 3 years ago
18 Questions

Aim: How are topographic maps interpreted?


Today you will analyzing topographic maps to determine the contour interval, gradient, steepness of slope, elevation, and stream flow direction.

Map #1

What compass direction is Colden Creek flowing?

what is the elevation at point Y?

what is the difference in elevation between point B and Point A

What is the highest possible elevation shown on the map?

If you want tofind the easiest path to Holand hill . what helpful information that can be used

Map #2

What compass direction is Fish Creek flowing?

What is a possible elevation of point B?

which point will have the steepest slope?

Map #3

What compass direction is Amethyst River flowing?

what is the difference in elevation between point E and D

Map #4

What compass direction is Jones Creek flowing?

What is the contour interval of this map?

Map #5

What compass direction is Auroro Creek flowing?

What is the highest elevation for Patriot Hill?

what is the change in elevation between point A to point B?

Map #6

What compass direction is Green River flowing?

Which lettered point has the highest elevation?

What is the elevation of point A?