USGS Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What is a landslide inventory map?

Answer:

This type of map shows the locations and outlines of landslides. A landslide inventory is a data set that may present a single event, a regional event, or multiple events. Small-scale maps may show only landslide locations whereas large-scale maps may distinguish landslide sources from deposits and classify different kinds of landslides and show other pertinent data.

Source of this FAQ:
http://landslides.usgs.gov/

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