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FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory
FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory
Identification Information:
Citation:
Citation Information:
Title:
FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory
Geospatial Data Presentation Form:
vector digital data
Online Linkage:
https://geodata.myfwc.com/
Description:
Abstract:
Descriptive inventory of public access boat ramps throughout Florida, derived from raw data produced during the Florida Boating Access Facilities Inventory and Economic Study, FWC contract Number 04/05-23, product delivered August 30, 2009. This data set is modified from the original format and supplemented by additional data maintained by FWC. These data will eventually evolve into a planned integrated boating access facilities inventory system. This data set is a selection of facilities from the raw data set that the contractor identified to be in operation and accessible to the general public during the time of data compilation. This data set includes both government managed facilities accessible to the general public and commerciality operated facilities accessible to the general public. In both cases a fee might be charged for use of the facility. The attribute fields included in this data set are a subset of those available in the raw data set. These attribute fields were selected and modified to present only attribute information that might be of most interest to the general public desiring to use these facilities. FWC continues to modify and maintain this dataset.
Purpose:
The original data set was produced during the Statewide Boating Access Facilities Inventory and Economic Study, FWC contract Number 04/05-23 and delivered by the contractor August 30, 2009. The purpose of that study was to create a comprehensive inventory of publicly accessible boat access facilities and conduct several economic studies to quantify economic impact of recreational boating; estimate present and projected supply/demand; conduct site suitability analysis for potential or expanded facilities; and estimate capital costs for new or improved facilities.
Supplemental Information:
This data set is a selection of facilities from the raw data set that the contractor identified to be in operation and accessible to the general public during the time of data compilation. This data set includes both government managed facilities accessible to the general public and commerciality operated facilities accessible to the general public. In both cases a fee might be charged for use of the facility. The attribute fields included in this data set are a subset of those available in the raw data set. These attribute fields were selected and modified to present only attribute information that might be of most interest to the general public desiring to use these facilities.
Time Period of Content:
Time Period Information:
Range of Dates/Times:
Beginning Date:
20050101
Currentness Reference:
ground condition
Status:
Progress:
Complete
Maintenance and Update Frequency:
As needed
Spatial Domain:
Bounding Coordinates:
West Bounding Coordinate:
-87.46895
East Bounding Coordinate:
-79.884606
North Bounding Coordinate:
31.01128
South Bounding Coordinate:
24.521844
Keywords:
Theme:
Theme Keyword Thesaurus:
Boat Ramp Access
Theme Keyword:
boat ramp
Theme Keyword:
boat access
Theme Keyword:
boating
Theme Keyword:
ramp access
Access Constraints:
All data must be verified by Principal Investigator or Group Database Analyst prior to release. It is strongly recommended that this data is directly acquired from FWC and not indirectly through other sources which may have changed the data in some way. FWC makes no claims as to the data's suitability for other purposes.
Use Constraints:
Acknowledgement of the FWC-FWRI (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute) as the data source would be appreciated in any products developed from these data, and such acknowledgment as is standard for citation and legal practices for data source is expected by users of this data. Please cite the original metadata when using portions of the record to create a similar record of slightly altered data, such as reprojection. If any data are modified or adjusted, please share the edited information with FWC. Users should be aware that comparison with other data sets for the same area from other time periods may be inaccurate due to inconsistencies resulting from changes in mapping conventions, data collection, and computer processes over time. FWC shall not be liable for improper or incorrect use of this data. These data are not legal documents and are not to be used as such. This is not a survey data set and should not be utilized as such. These data are not to be used for navigation.
Point of Contact:
Contact Information:
Contact Organization Primary:
Contact Organization:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Contact Person:
GISLibrarian
Contact Address:
Address Type:
mailing
Address:
100 Eighth Avenue Southeast
City:
St. Petersburg
State or Province:
FL
Postal Code:
33701
Country:
U.S.A.
Contact Voice Telephone:
(727) 896-8626
Data Set Credit:
Funded by a grant from the United States Fish and Wildlife Service Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration Program awarded to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The overlying project is titled Florida Boating Access Facilities Inventory and Economic Study. Original data compilation conducted under sub-contract to the Urban Harbors Institute at the University of Massachusetts through contract number FWC 04/05-23 and product delivered August 30, 2009. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, and Lee County commissioned the body of work from which these data are derived. The University of Massachusetts at Boston Urban Harbors Institute was lead contractor. Bordner Research Associates conducted field inspections. The project was commissioned in 2005 and titled the Florida Boating and Access Facilities Inventory and Economic Study.
Native Data Set Environment:
Version 6.2 (Build 9200) ; Esri ArcGIS 10.8.1.14362
Data Quality Information:
Attribute Value Accuracy Information:
Attribute Accuracy Report:
Varies. QC check still in progress.
Logical Consistency Report:
Not yet conducted.
Completeness Report:
Not yet conducted.
Positional Accuracy:
Horizontal Positional Accuracy:
Horizontal Positional Accuracy Report:
Varies. QC check still in progress.
Lineage:
Process Step:
Process Description:
These data are updated on an opportunistic basis. Updates are posted to GIS on a set schedule. Data obtained from sources other than FWC may be updated less frequently. See last_edited_date attribute for the date on which these data were exported from the boat ramps database - note that the data may have been collected and/or reviewed on a previous date and may not reflect current conditions at a site. Please contact GISLibrarian@myfwc.com for the most up-to date data.
Process Step:
Process Description:
Removed certain attribute fields. Renamed and merged fields to make database more user friendly for the public. Converted fields with numeric codes to the text equivalent to make database more user friendly for the public.
Process Date:
20091201
Process Step:
Process Description:
Removed records based on the following fields and/or criteria: believed not to exist, does not exist, could not locate, permanently closed, unverified potential ramp, temporarily closed, site status = closed. Comments that described ramps as unusable, unusable - water level too low, no access, doubt if a ramp. If ramp access was listed as government for government use, private for private use, undetermined or if it was left blank. I record that was listed as private for public use but also a single family residence with no fees listed.
Process Date:
20100101
Spatial Data Organization Information:
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:
3324
Entity and Attribute Information:
Detailed Description:
Entity Type:
Entity Type Label:
BoatRampsPublic_fl_pnt
Entity Type Definition:
Boat ramp access locations for public use including hand launch locations.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
OBJECTID_1
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:
RampID
Attribute Definition:
Unique ID number assigned by the Florida boat ramp inventory system to that boat ramp
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
RampType
Attribute Definition:
Type of boating facility in which ramp is located
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
RampName
Attribute Definition:
Ramp Name. Value assigned based on the name of the facility where the ramp is located or based on another identifying feature (address, water body etc)
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
AccessType
Attribute Definition:
Management and access category of the boat ramp
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
PrimaryAdminEntity
Attribute Definition:
Primary management agency responsible for overall facility.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
PartnerAdminEntity
Attribute Definition:
Additional agency in cases of collaborative management.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
Status
Attribute Definition:
Operational status of this boat ramp.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
Hours
Attribute Definition:
Hours of operation
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
isFeeRequired
Attribute Definition:
Indicates if payment of fees required to use ramp or associated parking.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
FeeAmount
Attribute Definition:
Amount of fees in dollars.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
FeeCollectionType
Attribute Definition:
Method of fee collection.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
RampSurface
Attribute Definition:
Surface material of the boat ramp.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
RampCondition
Attribute Definition:
General condition of the boat ramp.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
SingleLanes
Attribute Definition:
Number of single vehicle wide lanes available at this boat ramp.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
DoubleLanes
Attribute Definition:
Number of double wide lanes available at this boat ramp.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
TotalLanes
Attribute Definition:
Total number of single wide equivalent lanes available at this boat ramp.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
DockType
Attribute Definition:
Type of dock or docks available at the ramp.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
ParkingSurface
Attribute Definition:
Surface material of the provided parking area.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
ParkingCondition
Attribute Definition:
General condition of the parking surface
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
Trailer
Attribute Definition:
Number of parking spaces for vehicles with trailers
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
AccessibleTrailer
Attribute Definition:
Number of accessible parking spaces for vehicles with trailers
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
Vehicle
Attribute Definition:
Number of vehicles without trailers that can also be accomodated in the parking area.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
AccessibleVehicle
Attribute Definition:
Number of accessible parking spaces for vehicles without trailers.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
RestroomType
Attribute Definition:
Type of restrooms present if any.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
isRestroomAccessible
Attribute Definition:
Indicates if restrooms are accessible.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
AccessibilityLevel
Attribute Definition:
Indicates level of overall accessibility, what level of provisions are provided.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
Street1
Attribute Definition:
Street Address Line 1
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
Street2
Attribute Definition:
Street Address Line 2 if applicable
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
City
Attribute Definition:
City
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
County
Attribute Definition:
County
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
ZipCode
Attribute Definition:
Zip Code
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
Latitude
Attribute Definition:
Latitude
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
Longitude
Attribute Definition:
Longitude
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
WaterType
Attribute Definition:
indicates if water is fresh, salt, or brackish
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
WaterBodyName
Attribute Definition:
Name of the body of water to which the ramp provides access, might be multiple names.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
StateCode
Attribute Definition:
2 letter state abbreviation
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
Rate
Attribute Definition:
rate at which the fee amount applies
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
HydrologicalType
Attribute Definition:
Type of water body
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
ContactPhone
Attribute Definition:
Phone contact for facility
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
URL
Attribute Definition:
Web site for facility
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
Amenities
Attribute Definition:
Any additional amenities present.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
DateUpdated
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
Shape
Attribute Definition:
Feature geometry.
Attribute Definition Source:
Esri
Attribute Domain Values:
Unrepresentable Domain:
Coordinates defining the features.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
created_user
Attribute Definition:
Automatically generated by GIS database when data are transferred from main boat ramps database.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
created_date
Attribute Definition:
Automatically generated by GIS database when data are transferred from main boat ramps database. This does not indicate the date facility information was verified, only the date of export from the database.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
last_edited_user
Attribute Definition:
Automatically generated by GIS database when data are transferred from main boat ramps database.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
last_edited_date
Attribute Definition:
Automatically generated by GIS database when data are transferred from main boat ramps database. This does not indicate the date facility information was verified, only the date of export from the database.
Attribute:
Attribute Label:
GlobalID
Attribute Definition:
Automatically generated by GIS database.
Distribution Information:
Distributor:
Contact Information:
Contact Organization Primary:
Contact Organization:
FWC-FWRI (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute)
Contact Person:
GISLibrarian
Contact Position:
GIS Data Librarian
Contact Address:
Address Type:
mailing and physical
Address:
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Address:
100 Eighth Avenue Southeast
City:
St. Petersburg
State or Province:
Florida
Postal Code:
33701
Country:
US
Contact Voice Telephone:
727-896-8626
Contact Facsimile Telephone:
727-893-1679
Contact Electronic Mail Address:
GISLibrarian@MyFWC.com
Hours:
GISLibrarian@MyFWC.com
Distribution Liability:
This data set is in the public domain, and the recipient may not assert any proprietary rights thereto nor represent it to anyone as other than a FWC-FWRI produced data set; it is provided "as-is" without warranty of any kind, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The user assumes all responsibility for the accuracy and suitability of this data set for a specific application. In no event will the staff of the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute be liable for any damages, including lost profits, lost savings, or other incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of or the inability to use this data set.
Standard Order Process:
Digital Form:
Digital Transfer Information:
Format Name:
SHP
Transfer Size:
2
Digital Transfer Option:
Fees:
None. However, persons or organizations requesting information must provide transfer media if FTP is not available and must pay express shipping costs if express shipping is required.
Ordering Instructions:
Contact GIS Librarian by e-mail, telephone, or letter explaining which products are needed and providing a brief description of how the products will be used. Also, provide name and address of the person or organization requesting the products.
Turnaround:
Usually within 10 business days, although, complex requests may take longer
Metadata Reference Information:
Metadata Date:
20220822
Metadata Contact:
Contact Information:
Contact Organization Primary:
Contact Organization:
FWC-FWRI (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute)
Contact Person:
GISLibrarian
Contact Position:
GISLibrarian
Contact Address:
Address Type:
mailing and physical
Address:
100 Eighth Avenue Southeast
Address:
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
City:
St. Petersburg
State or Province:
Florida
Postal Code:
33701
Country:
US
Contact Voice Telephone:
727-896-8626
Contact Facsimile Telephone:
727-893-1679
Contact Electronic Mail Address:
GISLibrarian@MyFWC.com
Hours:
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Eastern time
Metadata Standard Name:
FGDC Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata
Metadata Standard Version:
FGDC-STD-001-1998
Metadata Time Convention:
local time
Metadata Access Constraints:
No restrictions on metadata
Metadata Use Constraints:
Metadata must be distributed with the data set