Mapping Tools
Google Earth Pro
Google Earth Pro is a powerful, free tool for assessing your watershed. Use aerial imagery to identify problem areas and develop targeted Best Management Practice (BMP) implementation plans.
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Recommended for best performance.
Watch: Orientation to Google Earth Tools
Tutorials & Guides
Google Earth Pro Tools (PDF)
Comprehensive guide. See pg 3 for Hot Keys, pg 4 for Historical Imagery.
Mapping Made Easy (PDF)
Best description of tool customization, Placemarks and Polygons.
How to Map a Project
Follow these steps to locate, define, and print a map for your BMP project.
Video: Chris Janssen demonstrates a WRAPS-specific mapping example.
Enter Latitude/Longitude coordinates in the search bar (include the “-” for negative longitude) OR search for a nearby address/landmark.
Click the Polygon Tool in the toolbar. A pop-up box will appear.
- Measurements Tab: Change units to “Acres”.
- Style/Color Tab: Set opacity to 40%.
Click around the perimeter of your project area to draw the shape.
Click the Printer Icon. Hover over “Untitled Map” and click Edit to add a title/legend. Click Save PDF when done.
Terraces as a Water Quality Improvement Practice Policy
(pdf)
Terrace Policy Workshop PowerPoint
(vnd.ms-powerpoint)