GIS STREETS Zipcodes Arc

• Identification_Information
• Spatial_Data_Organization_Information
• Spatial_Reference_Information
• Entity_and_Attribute_Information
• Distribution_Information
• Metadata_Reference_Information

Identification_Information:

Citation:

Citation_Information:

Title:

GIS STREETS Zipcodes Arc

Geospatial_Data_Presentation_Form:vector digital data

Description:

Abstract:

Abstract:Zip code boundaries expressed as a line feature class for the City of Philadelphia.Data Development:Several data sets and sources were used to create the most accurate representation of the zip code boundaries. Starting with a previous iteration of zip code border data, existing borders were compared to data from the US Census Bureau (Zip Code Tabulation Areas). This data was then reconciled with current Zip code information from the United States Postal Service (the authority on zip codes) to get the most current data possible. Several borders were modified to account for changes or cartographic considerations.Key attribute field names and descriptions:CODE: Zip code for each polygon.Coordinate system:Lambert Conformal Conic, NAD83, PA South Stateplane coordinates, US Foot.Thematic mapping:Use the CODE field for thematic mapping and labeling.Other InformationZip Code Tabulation Areas were developed by the US Census Bureau to overcome difficulties in precisely defining the land area covered by each Zip Code. The ZCTAs are generalized area representation of the USPS Zip code service areas, but are not the same as Zip codes. There is no correlation between ZIP codes and Census Bureau geography. In addition, the USPS frequently realigns, merges or splits ZIP codes to meet changing needs. ZCTAs are constructed by aggregating the Census 2000 blocks whose addresses use a given ZIP code. The census bureau took the ZIP code used by the majority of addresses in each census unit at the time the data was compiled. As a result, some addresses end up with a ZCTA code that is different from their ZIP code.

Purpose:

The purpose of this dataset is to represent the Zip Code areas for the City of Philadelphia. The edges of Zip Codes are slightly modified for logical and cartographic purposes. The arc layer contains data signifying information relating it to the polygon layer. It can tell you if both sides of the arc belong to one of the bounding polygons. All the arcs, including those with no boundary info, have naming attributes for labeling the polygon borders. Contact the Streets GIS unit for public consumption. Features updated: 12/11/2013 Attributes updated: 12/11/2013 Metadata updated: 6/5/2015 Update Frequency: As needed Public = Y NOTE: This layer is used by a ULRS Service Area. Do not remove without permission from OIT.

Spatial_Domain:

Bounding_Coordinates:

West_Bounding_Coordinate:-75.284151

East_Bounding_Coordinate:-74.954039

North_Bounding_Coordinate:40.143797

South_Bounding_Coordinate:39.861734

Keywords:

Access_Constraints:None

Use_Constraints:

<DIV STYLE="text-align:Left;"><DIV><DIV><P STYLE="margin:0 0 0 0;"><SPAN><SPAN>The City of Philadelphia reserves all rights in the GIS database and any data contained therein, and the end user’s use of the data does not constitute a transfer of, nor does the end user receive, any title or interest in the database or any other City data. The City of Philadelphia makes no representation about the accuracy of any specific information in this GIS data and is provided “as is” and without Warranty of any kind. The user of this data will assume complete responsibility for any and all occurrences resulting from its use or display and will hold the City of Philadelphia harmless from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, obligations, damages, suits, judgments or settlements, including reasonable costs and attorneys' fees, that arise from use of this data.</SPAN></SPAN></P><P><SPAN /></P></DIV></DIV></DIV>

Data_Set_Credit:

Streets Department GIS Unit
Office of Innovation and Technology
City of Philadelphia
MSB - 1401 JFK Blvd
Suite 880
Philadelphia, PA 19102
       
Contact:  Max Steinbrenner 215-686-5093, max.steinbrenner@phila.gov

Native_Data_Set_Environment:

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 Version 6.1 (Build 7601) Service Pack 1; ESRI ArcGIS 10.0.0.2414

Spatial_Data_Organization_Information:

Direct_Spatial_Reference_Method:Vector

Point_and_Vector_Object_Information:

SDTS_Terms_Description:

SDTS_Point_and_Vector_Object_Type:String

Point_and_Vector_Object_Count:1992

Spatial_Reference_Information:

Horizontal_Coordinate_System_Definition:

Planar:

Map_Projection:

Map_Projection_Name:NAD 1983 StatePlane Pennsylvania South FIPS 3702 Feet

Lambert_Conformal_Conic:

NAD 1983 StatePlane Pennsylvania South FIPS 3702 Feet

Standard_Parallel:39.93333333333333

Standard_Parallel:40.96666666666667

Longitude_of_Central_Meridian:-77.75

Latitude_of_Projection_Origin:39.33333333333334

False_Easting:1968500.0

False_Northing:0.0

Planar_Coordinate_Information:

Planar_Coordinate_Encoding_Method:coordinate pair

Coordinate_Representation:

Abscissa_Resolution:0.0003280833333333335

Ordinate_Resolution:0.0003280833333333335

Planar_Distance_Units:Foot_US

Geodetic_Model:

Horizontal_Datum_Name:D North American 1983

Ellipsoid_Name:GRS 1980

Semi-major_Axis:6378137.0

Denominator_of_Flattening_Ratio:298.257222101

Entity_and_Attribute_Information:

Detailed_Description:

Entity_Type:

Entity_Type_Label:Zipcodes_Arc

Attribute:

Attribute_Label:OBJECTID

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:SEG_ID

Attribute:

Attribute_Label:BORDERTYPE

Attribute:

Attribute_Label:CODE

Attribute:

Attribute_Label:F_NAME

Attribute:

Attribute_Label:ZIP_LEFT

Attribute:

Attribute_Label:ZIP_RIGHT

Attribute:

Attribute_Label:SHAPE

Attribute_Definition:

Feature geometry.

Attribute_Definition_Source:

Esri

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain:

Coordinates defining the features.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label:SHAPE_Length

Attribute_Definition:

Length of feature in internal units.

Attribute_Definition_Source:

Esri

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain:

Positive real numbers that are automatically generated.

Distribution_Information:

Distributor:

Contact_Information:

Contact_Person_Primary:

Contact_Organization:Pennsylvania Spatial Data Access (PASDA)

Contact_Address:

Address_Type:mailing and physical address

Address:

115 Land and Water Building

City:University Park

State_or_Province:Pennsylvania

Postal_Code:16802

Country:United States

Contact_Voice_Telephone:(814) 865 8792

Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address:(814) 865 8792

Distribution_Liability:

The USER shall indemnify, save harmless, and, if requested, defend those parties involved with the development and distribution of this data, their officers, agents, and employees from and against any suits, claims, or actions for injury, death, or property damage arising out of the use of or any defect in the FILES or any accompanying documentation. Those parties involved with the development and distribution excluded any and all implied warranties, including warranties or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and makes no warranty or representation, either express or implied, with respect to the FILES or accompanying documentation, including its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose. The FILES and documentation are provided "as is" and the USER assumes the entire risk as to its quality and performance. Those parties involved with the development and distribution of this data will not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the FILES or any accompanying documentation.

Metadata_Reference_Information:

Metadata_Date:20160524

Metadata_Standard_Name:FGDC Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata

Metadata_Standard_Version:FGDC-STD-001-1998