Last updated on 7/1/2011 12:55:48 PM.
This dataset is a spatial dataset of public and private lands and waters secured by a conservation situation that includes an explicit level of security from future conversion and current incompatible uses. Includes spatial data from TNC's Conservation Lands System (CLS) database, which is the legal database of record for all TNC land transactions (fee, easement, lease and deed restrictions).
Conservation Management Status (CMS) is a measure derived from the intent, duration and the effective management potential of spatial features of interest ("conservation situations") in the dataset. It is defined as a measure of the likelihood that an existing conservation situation is sufficient to secure biodiversity and allow for its persistence.
This dataset was developed in partnership with the Conservation Biology Institute (CBI), whose efforts are closely aligned with the work of United States Geological Service (USGS) GAP Analysis Program (GAP) and the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas. These organizations have developed valuable geospatial datasets that provide the most comprehensive collection of U.S. public lands protection and management data in the nation. Both the CBI Protected Areas Database (CBI PAD) and the GAP Analysis Program (GAP) Management Status Classification provide the foundation for collecting, mapping, and managing information on this measure. This dataset builds on the work of these organizations by using data they have created and maintaining the standards they have set, while adding new layers of information that more directly meets TNCs needs to measure and track the status and progress of biodiversity conservation.
Access constraints:
The Nature Conservancy reserves all rights in data provided. All data are provided as is. This is not a survey quality dataset. The Nature Conservancy makes no warranty as to the currency, completeness, accuracy or utility of any specific data. This disclaimer applies both to individual use of the data and aggregate use with other data. It is strongly recommended that careful attention be paid to the contents of the metadata file associated with these data.
Use constraints:
The Nature Conservancy shall not be held liable for improper or incorrect use of the data described and/or contained herein. Any sale, distribution, loan, or offering for use of these digital data, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the approval of the Nature Conservancy. The use of these data to produce other GIS products and services with the intent to sell for a profit is prohibited without the written consent of the Nature Conservancy. All parties receiving these data must be informed of these restrictions. The Nature Conservancy shall be acknowledged as data contributors to any reports or other products derived from these data.
Caution: The data displayed in WFDSS are intended for STRATEGIC USE ONLY. Always verify the positional accuracy of the data with local knowledge.
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The WFDSS application is "data rich". It requires data which is spatially oriented and graphically displays information to support wildland fire and other natural resource decisions. Due to the type and number of interagency spatial data sets required in April 2009 an interagency GIS Team was formed to provide data support for WFDSS. This Team is responsible for acquiring, consolidating, and validating their agency spatial and tabular data. In addition this team developed and maintained communications among local, regional, and national agency personnel to improve the collection process and provide explicit guidance on data needs. The members of the WFDSS GIS Team are:
Table 1: WFDSS GIS Team Contacts
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Amanda Rumsey
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Susan McClendon |
Jill Kuenzi
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Joseph Kafka |
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Andrew Bailey |
Skip Edel |
Julie Osterkamp
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Jennifer L. Jenkins BLM-Alaska Fire Service 907.356.5587 send email
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