A Keyhole Markup Language file has been created to view Wetlands Data with Google Earth. Please note that Google Earth version 4.2, or higher, is required to run this file. To ensure that you use the latest version, it is recommended that you always load the file and open Google Earth by selecting the link below:
If Google Earth fails to launch automatically, the file can also be used by first launching the Google Earth application. Select the menu option File, Open, and then locate the previously downloaded file (WetlandsData.KMZ); then click the Open button.
Notes:
Double click any layer title to zoom into its area
Click on any layer checkbox to view or hide the image layer
Click on any legend checkbox to view or hide it
The Lower 48 States Wetland Scans layer is hidden by default. To view the image layer, first zoom into an area that has Wetland Scans information, then turn on the layer.
Important: Do not leave the Wetland Scans layer on (checked) while viewing areas that do not have scanned data. A large red X will appear if you do so.
If two versions of Google Earth are currently installed on your computer, it is recommended that the oldest version (and its associated desktop icon) is removed from your computer.
To remove the Wetlands KMZ file from Google Earth, right-click on the FWS Wetlands Data folder located under Places (Google Earth left panel), then select Delete.
Digital data available on this site represent the latest, most accurate information available from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's National Wetlands Inventory. These data are also available on The National Map.