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COMMON TYPES COMMON TYPES
TYPES DEFINED IN EUROPEAN AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
1. Identifier (Identifier) Identifier (Identifier)
External unique object identifier published by the responsible body, which may be used by external applications to reference the spatial object.
Attributes of the data type Identifier Attributes of the data type Identifier
The localId and the namespace shall only use the following set of characters: {‘A’ … ‘Z’, ‘a’ … ‘z,’ ‘0’ … ‘9’, ‘_’, ‘.’, ‘–’}, that is only letters from the Latin alphabet, digits, underscore, point, and dash are allowed.
COMMON ENUMERATIONS
1. Vertical Position (VerticalPositionValue) Vertical Position (VerticalPositionValue)
The relative vertical position of a spatial object.
Allowed values for the enumeration VerticalPositionValue Allowed values for the enumeration VerticalPositionValue
1. Condition Of Facility (ConditionOfFacilityValue) Condition Of Facility (ConditionOfFacilityValue)
The status of a facility with regards to its completion and use.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
2. Country Code (CountryCode) Country Code (CountryCode)
Country code as defined in the Interinstitutional style guide published by the Publications Office of the European Union.
GENERIC NETWORK MODEL
1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
1.1. Cross Reference (CrossReference) Cross Reference (CrossReference)
Represents a reference between two elements in the same network.
Association roles of the spatial object type CrossReference Association roles of the spatial object type CrossReference
Abstract base type representing a linear network element that may be used as a target in linear referencing.
This type is a sub-type of NetworkElement.
This type is abstract.
1.3. Grade Separated Crossing (GradeSeparatedCrossing) Grade Separated Crossing (GradeSeparatedCrossing)
Indicator which of two or more intersecting elements is/are below and which is/are above, to be used if elevation coordinates are not present or cannot be trusted.
This type is a sub-type of NetworkElement.
Association roles of the spatial object type GradeSeparatedCrossing Association roles of the spatial object type GradeSeparatedCrossing
Curvilinear network element that connects two positions and represents a homogeneous path in the network. The connected positions may be represented as nodes.
This type is a sub-type of GeneralisedLink.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type Link Attributes of the spatial object type Link
Association roles of the spatial object type Link Association roles of the spatial object type Link
A network element which represents a continuous path in the network without any branches. The element has a defined beginning and end and every position on the link sequence is identifiable with one single parameter such as length.
This type is a sub-type of GeneralisedLink.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type LinkSequence Attributes of the spatial object type LinkSequence
A collection of link sequences and/or individual links that has a specific function or significance in a network.
This type is a sub-type of NetworkElement.
This type is abstract.
Association roles of the spatial object type LinkSet Association roles of the spatial object type LinkSet
A network is a collection of network elements.
Attributes of the spatial object type Network Attributes of the spatial object type Network
Association roles of the spatial object type Network Association roles of the spatial object type Network
A 2-dimensional element in a network.
This type is a sub-type of NetworkElement.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type NetworkArea Attributes of the spatial object type NetworkArea
Represents a logical connection between two or more network elements in different networks.
This type is a sub-type of NetworkElement.
Attributes of the spatial object type NetworkConnection Attributes of the spatial object type NetworkConnection
All elements have to be in different networks
1.10. Network Element (NetworkElement) Network Element (NetworkElement)
Abstract base type representing an element in a network. Every element in a network provides some function that is of interest in the network.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type NetworkElement Attributes of the spatial object type NetworkElement
Association roles of the spatial object type NetworkElement Association roles of the spatial object type NetworkElement
Abstract base type representing phenomena located at or along a network element. This base type provides general properties to associate the network-related phenomena (network properties) with the network elements.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type NetworkProperty Attributes of the spatial object type NetworkProperty
Represents a significant position in the network that always occurs at the beginning or the end of a link.
This type is a sub-type of NetworkElement.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type Node Attributes of the spatial object type Node
Association roles of the spatial object type Node Association roles of the spatial object type Node
2.1. Directed Link (DirectedLink) Directed Link (DirectedLink)
A link either in its positive or negative direction.
Attributes of the data type DirectedLink Attributes of the data type DirectedLink
Association roles of the data type DirectedLink Association roles of the data type DirectedLink
A network reference to a linear network element.
This type is a sub-type of NetworkReference.
Attributes of the data type LinkReference Attributes of the data type LinkReference
Linear reference targets must be linear network elements. That is, if linear referencing is used or direction is relevant, the target of the network reference shall be a link or a link sequence.
2.3. Network Reference (NetworkReference) Network Reference (NetworkReference)
A reference to a network element.
Association roles of the data type NetworkReference Association roles of the data type NetworkReference
A network reference that is restricted to part of a linear network element. The part is the part of the network element between fromPosition and toPosition.
This type is a sub-type of LinkReference.
Attributes of the data type SimpleLinearReference Attributes of the data type SimpleLinearReference
A network reference that is restricted to a point on a linear network element. The point is the location on the network element at the position atPosition along the network.
This type is a sub-type of LinkReference.
Attributes of the data type SimplePointReference Attributes of the data type SimplePointReference
3.1. Connection Type (ConnectionTypeValue) Connection Type (ConnectionTypeValue)
Types of connections between different networks.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
3.2. Link Direction (LinkDirectionValue) Link Direction (LinkDirectionValue)
List of values for directions relative to a link
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SPATIAL DATA THEMES LISTED IN ANNEX I TO DIRECTIVE 2007/2/EC REQUIREMENTS FOR SPATIAL DATA THEMES LISTED IN ANNEX I TO DIRECTIVE 2007/2/EC
COORDINATE REFERENCE SYSTEMS
1. Definitions Definitions
In addition to the definitions set out in Article 2, the following definitions shall apply:
For the three-dimensional and two-dimensional coordinate reference systems and the horizontal component of compound coordinate reference systems used for making spatial data sets available, the datum shall be the datum of the European Terrestrial Reference System 1989 (ETRS89) in areas within its geographical scope, or the datum of the International Terrestrial Reference System (ITRS) or other geodetic coordinate reference systems compliant with ITRS in areas that are outside the geographical scope of ETRS89. Compliant with the ITRS means that the system definition is based on the definition of the ITRS and there is a well documented relationship between both systems, according to EN ISO 19111.
3. Coordinate Reference Systems Coordinate Reference Systems
Spatial data sets shall be made available using at least one of the coordinate reference systems specified in sections 1.3.1, 1.3.2 and 1.3.3, unless one of the conditions specified in section 1.3.4 holds.
3.1. Three-dimensional Coordinate Reference Systems Three-dimensional Coordinate Reference Systems
Exceptions, where other coordinate reference systems than those listed in 1.3.1, 1.3.2 or 1.3.3 may be used, are:
4. Coordinate Reference Systems used in the View Network Service Coordinate Reference Systems used in the View Network Service
For the display of spatial data sets with the view network service as specified in Regulation No 976/2009, at least the coordinate reference systems for two-dimensional geodetic coordinates (latitude, longitude) shall be available.
5. Coordinate Reference System Identifiers Coordinate Reference System Identifiers
1. Definitions Definitions
In addition to the definitions set out in Article 2, the following definitions shall apply:
The grid specified in section 2.2.1 shall be used in INSPIRE, unless one of the conditions specified in section 2.2.2 holds.
2.1. Grid for pan-European spatial analysis and reporting Grid for pan-European spatial analysis and reporting
The grid defined in this Section shall be used as a geo-referencing framework where grids with fixed and unambiguously defined locations of equal-area grid cells are required.
The grid is based on the ETRS89 Lambert Azimuthal Equal Area (ETRS89-LAEA) coordinate reference system with the centre of the projection at the point 52° N, 10° E and false easting: x 0 = 4 321 000 m, false northing: y 0 = 3 210 000 m. 0 0
The origin of the grid coincides with the false origin of the ETRS89-LAEA coordinate reference system (x=0, y=0).
Grid points of grids based on ETRS89-LAEA shall coincide with grid points of the grid.
The grid is hierarchical, with resolutions of 1m, 10m, 100m, 1 000m, 10 000m and 100 000m.
The grid orientation is south-north, west-east.
The grid is designated as Grid_ETRS89-LAEA. For identification of an individual resolution level the cell size in metres is appended.
The reference point of a grid cell shall be the lower left corner of the grid cell.
For the unambiguous referencing and identification of a grid cell, the cell code composed of the size of the cell and the coordinates of the lower left cell corner in ETRS89-LAEA shall be used. The cell size shall be denoted in metres (‘m’) for cell sizes up to 100m or kilometres (‘km’) for cell sizes of 1 000m and above. Values for northing and easting shall be divided by 10 n , where n is the number of trailing zeros in the cell size value. n n
2.2. Other Grids Other Grids
Exceptions, where other grids than that specified in section 2.2.1 may be used, are:
1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects from data sets that relate to the spatial data theme Geographical Names:
Any real world entity referred to by one or several proper nouns.
Attributes of the spatial object type NamedPlace Attributes of the spatial object type NamedPlace
2.1. Geographical Name (GeographicalName) Geographical Name (GeographicalName)
Proper noun applied to a real world entity.
Attributes of the data type GeographicalName Attributes of the data type GeographicalName
Proper, correct or standard (standard within the linguistic community concerned) pronunciation of a name.
Attributes of the data type PronunciationOfName Attributes of the data type PronunciationOfName
At least one of the two attributes pronunciationSoundLink and pronunciationIPA shall not be void.
2.3. Spelling Of Name (SpellingOfName) Spelling Of Name (SpellingOfName)
Proper way of writing a name.
Attributes of the data type SpellingOfName Attributes of the data type SpellingOfName
3.1. Grammatical Gender (GrammaticalGenderValue) Grammatical Gender (GrammaticalGenderValue)
The grammatical gender of a geographical name.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
3.2. Grammatical Number (GrammaticalNumberValue) Grammatical Number (GrammaticalNumberValue)
The grammatical number of a geographical name.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
3.3. Name Status (NameStatusValue) Name Status (NameStatusValue)
The status of a geographical name, that is the information enabling to discern which credit should be given to the name with respect to its standardisation and/or its topicality.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
3.4. Named Place Type (NamedPlaceTypeValue) Named Place Type (NamedPlaceTypeValue)
The type of a named place.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
3.5. Nativeness (NativenessValue) Nativeness (NativenessValue)
The nativeness of a geographical name.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4. Layers Layers
Layer for the spatial data theme Geographical Names Layer for the spatial data theme Geographical Names
1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects from data sets that relate to the spatial data theme Administrative Units:
A line of demarcation between administrative units.
Attributes of the spatial object type AdministrativeBoundary Attributes of the spatial object type AdministrativeBoundary
Association roles of the spatial object type AdministrativeBoundary Association roles of the spatial object type AdministrativeBoundary
Unit of administration where a Member State has and/or exercises jurisdictional rights, for local, regional and national governance.
Attributes of the spatial object type AdministrativeUnit Attributes of the spatial object type AdministrativeUnit
Association role condominium applies only for administrative units which nationalLevel=‘1st order’ (country level).
No unit at lowest level can associate units at lower level.
No unit at highest level can associate units at a higher level.
1.3. Condominium (Condominium) Condominium (Condominium)
An administrative area established independently to any national administrative division of territory and administered by two or more countries.
Attributes of the spatial object type Condominium Attributes of the spatial object type Condominium
Association roles of the spatial object type Condominium Association roles of the spatial object type Condominium
Territorial unit for statistics defined in the framework of the NUTS of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 May 2003.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Statistical units in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Attributes of the spatial object type NUTSRegion Attributes of the spatial object type NUTSRegion
2.1. Residence Of Authority (ResidenceOfAuthority) Residence Of Authority (ResidenceOfAuthority)
Data type representing the name and position of a residence of authority.
Attributes of the data type ResidenceOfAuthority Attributes of the data type ResidenceOfAuthority
3.1. Legal Status (LegalStatusValue) Legal Status (LegalStatusValue)
Description of the legal status of administrative boundaries.
Allowed values for the enumeration LegalStatusValue Allowed values for the enumeration LegalStatusValue
Description of the technical status of administrative boundaries.
Allowed values for the enumeration TechnicalStatusValue Allowed values for the enumeration TechnicalStatusValue
4.1. Administrative Hierarchy Level (AdministrativeHierarchyLevel) Administrative Hierarchy Level (AdministrativeHierarchyLevel)
Levels of administration in the national administrative hierarchy. This code list reflects the level in the hierarchical pyramid of the administrative structures, which is based on geometric aggregation of territories and does not necessarily describe the subordination between the related administrative authorities.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
5. Theme-specific Requirements Theme-specific Requirements
Layers for the spatial data theme Administrative Units Layers for the spatial data theme Administrative Units
1. Definitions Definitions
In addition to the definitions set out in Article 2, the following definition shall apply:
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects from data sets that relate to the spatial data theme Addresses:
An identification of the fixed location of property by means of a structured composition of geographic names and identifiers.
Attributes of the spatial object type Address Attributes of the spatial object type Address
An address shall have an administrative unit address component spatial object whose level is 1 (Country).
An address shall have exactly one default geographic position (the ‘default’ attribute of the GeographicPosition spatial object must be ‘true’).
2.2. Address Area Name (AddressAreaName) Address Area Name (AddressAreaName)
An address component which represents the name of a geographic area or locality that groups a number of addressable objects for addressing purposes, without being an administrative unit.
This type is a sub-type of AddressComponent.
Attributes of the spatial object type AddressAreaName Attributes of the spatial object type AddressAreaName
Association roles of the spatial object type AddressAreaName Association roles of the spatial object type AddressAreaName
Identifier or geographic name of a specific geographic area, location, or other spatial object which defines the scope of an address.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type AddressComponent Attributes of the spatial object type AddressComponent
Association roles of the spatial object type AddressComponent Association roles of the spatial object type AddressComponent
An address component which represents the name of a unit of administration where a Member State has and/or exercises jurisdictional rights, for local, regional and national governance.
This type is a sub-type of AddressComponent.
Attributes of the spatial object type AdminUnitName Attributes of the spatial object type AdminUnitName
Association roles of the spatial object type AdminUnitName Association roles of the spatial object type AdminUnitName
An address component which represents the identification of a subdivision of addresses and postal delivery points in a country, region or city for postal purposes.
This type is a sub-type of AddressComponent.
Attributes of the spatial object type PostalDescriptor Attributes of the spatial object type PostalDescriptor
If no post code exists, a post name is required.
If no post name exists, a post code is required.
2.6. Thoroughfare Name (ThoroughfareName) Thoroughfare Name (ThoroughfareName)
An address component which represents the name of a passage or way through from one location to another.
This type is a sub-type of AddressComponent.
Attributes of the spatial object type ThoroughfareName Attributes of the spatial object type ThoroughfareName
Association roles of the spatial object type ThoroughfareName Association roles of the spatial object type ThoroughfareName
3.1. Address Locator (AddressLocator) Address Locator (AddressLocator)
Human readable designator or name that allows a user or application to reference and distinguish the address from neighbour addresses, within the scope of a thoroughfare name, address area name, administrative unit name or postal descriptor, in which the address is situated.
Attributes of the data type AddressLocator Attributes of the data type AddressLocator
If no designator exists, a name is required.
If no name exists, a designator is required.
3.2. Address Representation (AddressRepresentation) Address Representation (AddressRepresentation)
Representation of an address spatial object for use in external application schemas that need to include the basic, address information in a readable way.
Attributes of the data type AddressRepresentation Attributes of the data type AddressRepresentation
Association roles of the data type AddressRepresentation Association roles of the data type AddressRepresentation
The position of a characteristic point which represents the location of the address according to a certain specification, including information on the origin of the position.
Attributes of the data type GeographicPosition Attributes of the data type GeographicPosition
A number or a sequence of characters that uniquely identifies the locator within the relevant scope(s). The full identification of the locator could include one or more locator designators.
Attributes of the data type LocatorDesignator Attributes of the data type LocatorDesignator
Proper noun applied to the real world entity identified by the locator.
Attributes of the data type LocatorName Attributes of the data type LocatorName
A part of the full name resulting from the subdivision of the thoroughfare name into separate, semantic parts, using the same language and script as the full thoroughfare name.
Attributes of the data type PartOfName Attributes of the data type PartOfName
Proper noun applied to thoroughfare optionally including a subdivision of the name into parts.
Attributes of the data type ThoroughfareNameValue Attributes of the data type ThoroughfareNameValue
4.1. Geometry Method (GeometryMethodValue) Geometry Method (GeometryMethodValue)
Description of how and by whom this geographic position of the address was created or derived.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.2. Geometry Specification (GeometrySpecificationValue) Geometry Specification (GeometrySpecificationValue)
Information defining the specification used to create or derive this geographic position of the address.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.3. Locator Designator Type (LocatorDesignatorTypeValue) Locator Designator Type (LocatorDesignatorTypeValue)
Description of the semantics of the locator designator.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.4. Locator Level (LocatorLevelValue) Locator Level (LocatorLevelValue)
The level to which the locator refers.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.5. Locator Name Type (LocatorNameTypeValue) Locator Name Type (LocatorNameTypeValue)
Description of the semantics of the locator name.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.6. Part Type (PartTypeValue) Part Type (PartTypeValue)
A classification of the part of name according to its semantics in the complete thoroughfare name.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.7. Status (StatusValue) Status (StatusValue)
Current validity of the real world address or address component.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
5. Theme-specific Requirements Theme-specific Requirements
5.1. The Address Position The Address Position
Layer for the spatial data theme Addresses Layer for the spatial data theme Addresses
1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects from data sets that relate to the spatial data theme Cadastral Parcels:
Basic property units shall be made available by Member States where unique cadastral references are given only for basic property units and not for parcels.
Cadastral boundaries shall be made available by Member States where absolute positional accuracy information is recorded for the cadastral boundary.
1.1. Basic Property Unit (BasicPropertyUnit) Basic Property Unit (BasicPropertyUnit)
The basic unit of ownership that is recorded in the land books, land registers or equivalent. It is defined by unique ownership and homogeneous real property rights, and may consist of one or more adjacent or geographically separate parcels.
Attributes of the spatial object type BasicPropertyUnit Attributes of the spatial object type BasicPropertyUnit
Value of areaValue shall be given in square meters
1.2. Cadastral Boundary (CadastralBoundary) Cadastral Boundary (CadastralBoundary)
Part of the outline of a cadastral parcel. One cadastral boundary may be shared by two neighbouring cadastral parcels.
Attributes of the spatial object type CadastralBoundary Attributes of the spatial object type CadastralBoundary
Value of estimatedAccuracy shall be given in meters.
1.3. Cadastral Parcel (CadastralParcel) Cadastral Parcel (CadastralParcel)
Areas defined by cadastral registers or equivalent.
Attributes of the spatial object type CadastralParcel Attributes of the spatial object type CadastralParcel
Value of areaValue shall be given in square meters.
Type of geometry shall be GM_Surface or GM_MultiSurface
1.4. Cadastral Zoning (CadastralZoning) Cadastral Zoning (CadastralZoning)
Intermediary areas used in order to divide national territory into cadastral parcels.
Attributes of the spatial object type CadastralZoning Attributes of the spatial object type CadastralZoning
Value of estimatedAccuracy shall be given in meters.
A lower level cadastral zoning shall be part of an upper level zoning.
2. Code Lists Code Lists
2.1. Cadastral Zoning Level (CadastralZoningLevelValue) Cadastral Zoning Level (CadastralZoningLevelValue)
Levels of hierarchy of the cadastral zonings.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
3 Theme-specific Requirements Theme-specific Requirements
3.1. Geometry Representation Geometry Representation
All instances of the spatial object type CadastralParcel shall carry as a thematic identifier the attribute nationalCadastralReference. This attribute must enable users to make the link with rights, owners and other cadastral information in national cadastral registers or equivalent.
3.3. Coordinate Reference Systems Coordinate Reference Systems
If data related to the spatial data theme Cadastral Parcels are made available in plane coordinates using the Lambert Conformal Conic projection, they shall also be made available in at least one other of the coordinate reference systems specified in sections 1.3.1, 1.3.2 and 1.3.3.
4. Portrayal Rules Portrayal Rules
4.1. Layers Layers
Layer for the spatial data theme Cadastral Parcels Layer for the spatial data theme Cadastral Parcels
1. Definitions Definitions
In addition to the definitions set out in Article 2, the following definitions shall apply:
The types specified for the spatial data theme transport networks are structured in the following packages:
3.1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects related to Common Transport Elements:
A restriction on the access to a transport element.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type AccessRestriction Attributes of the spatial object type AccessRestriction
State of a transport network element with regards to its completion and use.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type ConditionOfFacility Attributes of the spatial object type ConditionOfFacility
The authority responsible for maintenance of the transport element.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type MaintenanceAuthority Attributes of the spatial object type MaintenanceAuthority
Reference marker placed along a route in a transport network, mostly at regular intervals, indicating the distance from the beginning of the route, or some other reference point, to the point where the marker is located.
This type is a sub-type of TransportPoint.
Attributes of the spatial object type MarkerPost Attributes of the spatial object type MarkerPost
Association roles of the spatial object type MarkerPost Association roles of the spatial object type MarkerPost
The authority owning the transport element.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type OwnerAuthority Attributes of the spatial object type OwnerAuthority
Restriction on vehicles on a transport element.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type RestrictionForVehicles Attributes of the spatial object type RestrictionForVehicles
Indicates the direction of the flow of traffic in relation to the direction of the transport link vector.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type TrafficFlowDirection Attributes of the spatial object type TrafficFlowDirection
This property can only be associated with a spatial object of the type Link or LinkSequence.
3.1.8. Transport Area (TransportArea)
Surface that represents the spatial extent of an element of a transport network.
This type is a sub-type of NetworkArea.
This type is a sub-type of TransportObject.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type TransportArea Attributes of the spatial object type TransportArea
All transport areas have an external object identifier.
3.1.9. Transport Link (TransportLink)
A linear spatial object that describes the geometry and connectivity of a transport network between two points in the network.
This type is a sub-type of Link.
This type is a sub-type of TransportObject.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type TransportLink Attributes of the spatial object type TransportLink
All transport links have an external object identifier.
3.1.10. Transport Link Sequence (TransportLinkSequence)
A linear spatial object, composed of an ordered collection of transport links, which represents a continuous path in the transport network without any branches. The element has a defined beginning and end and every position on the transport link sequence is identifiable with one single parameter such as length. It describes an element of the transport network, characterized by one or more thematical identifiers and/or properties.
This type is a sub-type of LinkSequence.
This type is a sub-type of TransportObject.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type TransportLinkSequence Attributes of the spatial object type TransportLinkSequence
A transport link sequence must be composed of transport links that all belong to the same transport network.
All transport link sequences have an external object identifier.
3.1.11. Transport Link Set (TransportLinkSet)
A collection of transport link sequences and or individual transport links that has a specific function or significance in a transport network.
This type is a sub-type of LinkSet.
This type is a sub-type of TransportObject.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type TransportLinkSet Attributes of the spatial object type TransportLinkSet
A transport link set must be composed of transport links and or transport link sequences that all belong to the same transport network.
All transport link sets have an external object identifier.
3.1.12. Transport Network (TransportNetwork)
Collection of network elements that belong to a single mode of transport.
This type is a sub-type of Network.
Attributes of the spatial object type TransportNetwork Attributes of the spatial object type TransportNetwork
A point spatial object which is used for connectivity.
This type is a sub-type of Node.
This type is a sub-type of TransportObject.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type TransportNode Attributes of the spatial object type TransportNode
All transport nodes have an external object identifier.
3.1.14. Transport Object (TransportObject)
An identity base for transport network objects in the real world.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type TransportObject Attributes of the spatial object type TransportObject
A point spatial object - which is not a node - that represents the position of an element of a transport network.
This type is a sub-type of NetworkElement.
This type is a sub-type of TransportObject.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type TransportPoint Attributes of the spatial object type TransportPoint
All transport points have an external object identifier.
3.1.16. Transport Property (TransportProperty)
A reference to a property that falls upon the network. This property can apply to the whole of the network element it is associated with or - for linear spatial objects - be described using linear referencing.
This type is a sub-type of NetworkProperty.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type TransportProperty Attributes of the spatial object type TransportProperty
All transport properties have an external object identifier.
3.1.17. Vertical Position (VerticalPosition)
Vertical level relative to other transport network elements.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type VerticalPosition Attributes of the spatial object type VerticalPosition
3.2.1. Transport Type (TransportTypeValue)
Possible types of transport networks.
Allowed values for the enumeration TransportTypeValue Allowed values for the enumeration TransportTypeValue
3.3.1. Access Restriction (AccessRestrictionValue)
Types of access restrictions for a transport element.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
3.3.2. Restriction Type (RestrictionTypeValue)
Possible restrictions on vehicles that can access a transport element.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4. Air Transport Network Air Transport Network
4.1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects related to Air Transport Network:
A defined area on land or water (including any buildings, installations and equipment) intended to be used either wholly or in part for the arrival, departure and surface movement of aircraft and/or helicopters.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
4.1.2. Aerodrome Category (AerodromeCategory)
Aerodrome category concerning the scope and importance of the air traffic services offered from and to it.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type AerodromeCategory Attributes of the spatial object type AerodromeCategory
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is an Aerodrome Node or an Aerodrome Area.
4.1.3. Aerodrome Node (AerodromeNode)
Node located at the aerodrome reference point of an airport/heliport, which is used to represent it in a simplified way.
This type is a sub-type of AirNode.
Attributes of the spatial object type AerodromeNode Attributes of the spatial object type AerodromeNode
Association roles of the spatial object type AerodromeNode Association roles of the spatial object type AerodromeNode
A code specifying the type of aerodrome.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type AerodromeType Attributes of the spatial object type AerodromeType
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is an Aerodrome Node or Aerodrome Area.
4.1.5. Air Link (AirLink)
A linear spatial object that describes the geometry and connectivity of the air network between two points in the network.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLink.
This type is abstract.
4.1.6. Air Link Sequence (AirLinkSequence)
A linear spatial object, composed of an ordered collection of air links, which represents a continuous path in the air network without any branches.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLinkSequence.
4.1.7. Air Node (AirNode)
A node which occurs in an air network.
This type is a sub-type of TransportNode.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type AirNode Attributes of the spatial object type AirNode
A specified route designed for channelling the flow of traffic as necessary for the provision of air traffic services, from the end of the take-off and initial climb phase to the commencement of the approach and landing phase.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLinkSet.
Attributes of the spatial object type AirRoute Attributes of the spatial object type AirRoute
A portion of a route to be flown usually without an intermediate stop, as defined by two consecutive significant points.
This type is a sub-type of AirLink.
Attributes of the spatial object type AirRouteLink Attributes of the spatial object type AirRouteLink
A defined volume in the air, described as horizontal projection with vertical limits.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
Attributes of the spatial object type AirspaceArea Attributes of the spatial object type AirspaceArea
A defined area, on a land aerodrome/heliport, intended to accommodate aircraft/helicopters for purposes of loading and unloading passengers, mail or cargo, and for fuelling, parking or maintenance.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
4.1.12. Condition Of Air Facility (ConditionOfAirFacility)
State of an air transport network element with regards to its completion and use.
This type is a sub-type of ConditionOfFacility.
Constraints of the spatial object type ConditionOfAirFacility Constraints of the spatial object type ConditionOfAirFacility
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is an Aerodrome Node, an Aerodrome Area or a Runway Area.
4.1.13. Designated Point (DesignatedPoint)
A geographical location not marked by the site of a radio navigation aid, used in defining an ATS route, the flight path of an aircraft or for other navigation or ATS purposes.
This type is a sub-type of AirNode.
Attributes of the spatial object type DesignatedPoint Attributes of the spatial object type DesignatedPoint
The physical length of the element.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type ElementLength Attributes of the spatial object type ElementLength
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is a Runway Area, Taxiway Area or Touch Down Lift Off Area.
4.1.15. Element Width (ElementWidth)
The physical width of the element.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type ElementWidth Attributes of the spatial object type ElementWidth
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is a Runway Area, Taxiway Area or Touch Down Lift Off Area.
4.1.16. Field Elevation (FieldElevation)
The aerodrome elevation as the vertical distance between the highest point of the landing area of an aerodrome and mean sea level.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type FieldElevation Attributes of the spatial object type FieldElevation
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is an Aerodrome Node or Aerodrome Area.
4.1.17. Instrument Approach Procedure (InstrumentApproachProcedure)
A series of predetermined manoeuvres by reference to flight instruments with specified protection from obstacles from the initial approach fix, or where applicable, from the beginning of a defined arrival route to a point from which a landing can be completed and thereafter, if a landing is not completed, to a position at which holding or en route obstacle clearance criteria apply.
This type is a sub-type of ProcedureLink.
4.1.18. Lower Altitude Limit (LowerAltitudeLimit)
Altitude that defines the lower limit of an air transport network object.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type LowerAltitudeLimit Attributes of the spatial object type LowerAltitudeLimit
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is an Air Route Link or Airspace Area.
4.1.19. Navaid (Navaid)
One or more Navaid Equipments providing navigation services.
This type is a sub-type of AirNode.
Attributes of the spatial object type Navaid Attributes of the spatial object type Navaid
A series of predetermined manoeuvres with specified protection from obstacles.
This type is a sub-type of AirLink.
4.1.21. Runway Area (RunwayArea)
A defined rectangular area on a land aerodrome/heliport prepared for the landing and take-off of aircraft.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
Attributes of the spatial object type RunwayArea Attributes of the spatial object type RunwayArea
An operationally significant position on the centreline of a runway direction.
This type is a sub-type of AirNode.
Attributes of the spatial object type RunwayCentrelinePoint Attributes of the spatial object type RunwayCentrelinePoint
A designated instrument flight rule (IFR) arrival route linking a significant point, normally on an ATS route, with a point from which a published instrument approach procedure can be commenced.
This type is a sub-type of ProcedureLink.
Attributes of the spatial object type StandardInstrumentArrival Attributes of the spatial object type StandardInstrumentArrival
A designated instrument flight rule (IFR) departure route linking the aerodrome or a specific runway of the aerodrome with a specified significant point, normally on a designated ATS route, at which the en-route phase of a flight commences.
This type is a sub-type of ProcedureLink.
Attributes of the spatial object type StandardInstrumentDeparture Attributes of the spatial object type StandardInstrumentDeparture
The composition of an aerodrome/heliport related surface.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type SurfaceComposition Attributes of the spatial object type SurfaceComposition
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is a Runway Area, Taxiway Area, Apron Area or Touch Down Lift Off Area.
4.1.26. Taxiway Area (TaxiwayArea)
A defined path at an aerodrome/heliport established for the taxiing of aircraft/helicopters and intended to provide a link between one part of the aerodrome and another.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
Attributes of the spatial object type TaxiwayArea Attributes of the spatial object type TaxiwayArea
A load bearing area on which a helicopter may touch down or lift-off.
This type is a sub-type of AirNode.
Attributes of the spatial object type TouchDownLiftOff Attributes of the spatial object type TouchDownLiftOff
Altitude that defines the upper limit of an air transport network object.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type UpperAltitudeLimit Attributes of the spatial object type UpperAltitudeLimit
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is an Air Route Link or Airspace Area.
4.1.29. Use Restriction (UseRestriction)
The restrictions to the use of an air network object.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type UseRestriction Attributes of the spatial object type UseRestriction
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is an Air Route, Air Link (or specialized Air Link), Air Node (or specialized Air Node) or Aerodrome Area.
4.2. Code Lists Code Lists
4.2.1. Aerodrome Category (AerodromeCategoryValue)
Aerodrome possible categories concerning the scope and importance of the air traffic services offered from and to it.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.2.2. Aerodrome Type (AerodromeTypeValue)
A code specifying whether a particular entity occurrence is an Aerodrome or a Heliport.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.2.3. Air Route Link Class (AirRouteLinkClassValue)
The type of the route from the navigation point of view.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.2.4. Air Route Type (AirRouteTypeValue)
The route classification as ATS route or North Atlantic Tracks.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.2.5. Air Use Restriction (AirUseRestrictionValue)
The use restrictions for an air network object.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.2.6. Airspace Area Type (AirspaceAreaTypeValue)
Recognised types of Airspace.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.2.7. Navaid Type (NavaidTypeValue)
Types of Navaid Services.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.2.8. Point Role (PointRoleValue)
Role of the Runway Centreline Point.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.2.9. Runway Type (RunwayTypeValue)
A code that makes a distinction between runways for airplanes and FATO for helicopters.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.2.10. Surface Composition (SurfaceCompositionValue)
A code indicating the composition of a surface.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
5. Cable Transport Network Cable Transport Network
5.1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects related to Cable Transport Network:
Linear spatial object that describes the geometry and connectivity of a cable network between two points in a cableway transport network.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLink.
Attributes of the spatial object type CablewayLink Attributes of the spatial object type CablewayLink
An ordered collection of cableway links that are characterized by one or more thematic identifiers and/or properties.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLinkSequence.
5.1.3. Cableway Link Set (CablewayLinkSet)
A collection of cableway link sequences and or individual cableway links that has a specific function or significance in a cable transport network.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLinkSet.
5.1.4. Cableway Node (CablewayNode)
A point spatial object that is used to represent connectivity between two consecutive cableway links.
This type is a sub-type of TransportNode.
5.2. Code Lists Code Lists
5.2.1. Cableway Type (CablewayTypeValue)
The possible types of cableway transport.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
6. Railway Transport Network Railway Transport Network
6.1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects related to Railway Transport Network:
The specification of the maximum speed to which a railway line is designed for.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type DesignSpeed Attributes of the spatial object type DesignSpeed
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a railway transport network.
6.1.2. Nominal Track Gauge (NominalTrackGauge)
The nominal distance between the two outer rails (gauge) of a railway track.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type NominalTrackGauge Attributes of the spatial object type NominalTrackGauge
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a railway transport network.
6.1.3. Number Of Tracks (NumberOfTracks)
The number of tracks for a railway stretch.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type NumberOfTracks Attributes of the spatial object type NumberOfTracks
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a railway transport network.
6.1.4. Railway Area (RailwayArea)
Surface occupied by a railway track, including ballast.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
6.1.5. Railway Electrification (RailwayElectrification)
Indication whether the railway is provided with an electric system to power vehicles moving along it.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayElectrification Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayElectrification
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a railway transport network.
6.1.6. Railway Line (RailwayLine)
A collection of railway link sequences and or individual railway links that are characterized by one or more thematical identifiers and/or properties.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLinkSet.
Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayLine Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayLine
A linear spatial object that describes the geometry and connectivity of a railway network between two points in the network.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLink.
Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayLink Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayLink
A linear spatial object, composed of an ordered collection of railway links, which represents a continuous path in a railway network without any branches. The element has a defined beginning and end and every position on the railway link sequence is identifiable with one single parameter such as length. It describes an element of the railway network, characterized by one or more thematical identifiers and/or properties.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLinkSequence.
6.1.9. Railway Node (RailwayNode)
A point spatial object which represents a significant point along the railway network or defines an intersection of railway tracks used to describe its connectivity.
This type is a sub-type of TransportNode.
Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayNode Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayNode
An area spatial object which is used to represent the topographical limits of the facilities of a railway station (buildings, railway yards, installations and equipment) devoted to carry out railway station operations.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
6.1.11. Railway Station Code (RailwayStationCode)
The unique code assigned to a railway station.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayStationCode Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayStationCode
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a railway transport network.
6.1.12. Railway Station Node (RailwayStationNode)
A railway node which represents the location of a railway station along the railway network.
This type is a sub-type of RailwayNode.
Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayStationNode Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayStationNode
For a railway station node, the value for the ‘formOfNode’ attribute shall always be ‘RailwayStop’.
6.1.13. Railway Type (RailwayType)
The type of railway transport the line is designed for.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayType Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayType
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a railway transport network.
6.1.14. Railway Use (RailwayUse)
The current use of the railway.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayUse Attributes of the spatial object type RailwayUse
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a railway transport network.
6.1.15. Railway Yard Area (RailwayYardArea)
An area spatial object which is used to represent the topographical limits of a railway yard.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
6.1.16. Railway Yard Node (RailwayYardNode)
A railway node which occurs within a railway yard area.
This type is a sub-type of RailwayNode.
Constraints of the spatial object type RailwayYardNode Constraints of the spatial object type RailwayYardNode
For a railway yard node, the value for the ‘formOfNode’ attribute shall always be ‘RailwayStop’.
6.2. Enumerations Enumerations
6.2.1. Minimum Or Maximum Track Number (MinMaxTrackValue)
Values to indicate whether number of tracks are counted as the maximum, minimum or average number.
Allowed values for the enumeration MinMaxTrackValue Allowed values for the enumeration MinMaxTrackValue
The possible categories of railways concerning its nominal track gauge.
Allowed values for the enumeration TrackGaugeCategoryValue Allowed values for the enumeration TrackGaugeCategoryValue
6.3.1. Form Of Railway Node (FormOfRailwayNodeValue)
The possible functions of a railway node within the railway network.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
6.3.2. Railway Type (RailwayTypeValue)
The possible types of railway transport.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
6.3.3. Railway Use (RailwayUseValue)
The possible uses of railways.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
7. Road Transport Network Road Transport Network
7.1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects related to Road Transport Network:
A collection of road link sequences and or individual road links that represents a route that is part of the international E-road network, characterized by its European route number.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLinkSet.
Attributes of the spatial object type ERoad Attributes of the spatial object type ERoad
A classification based on the physical properties of the Road Link.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type FormOfWay Attributes of the spatial object type FormOfWay
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a road transport network.
7.1.3. Functional Road Class (FunctionalRoadClass)
A classification based on the importance of the role that the road performs in the road network.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type FunctionalRoadClass Attributes of the spatial object type FunctionalRoadClass
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a road transport network.
7.1.4. Number Of Lanes (NumberOfLanes)
The number of lanes of a road element.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type NumberOfLanes Attributes of the spatial object type NumberOfLanes
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a road transport network.
7.1.5. Road (Road)
A collection of road link sequences and/or individual road links that are characterized by one or more thematic identifiers and/or properties.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLinkSet.
Attributes of the spatial object type Road Attributes of the spatial object type Road
Surface which extends to the limits of a road, including vehicular areas and other parts of it.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
7.1.7. Road Link (RoadLink)
A linear spatial object that describes the geometry and connectivity of a road network between two points in the network. Road links can represent paths, bicycle roads, single carriageways, multiple carriageway roads and even fictitious trajectories across traffic squares.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLink.
7.1.8. Road Link Sequence (RoadLinkSequence)
A linear spatial object, composed of an ordered collection of road links, which represents a continuous path in a road network without any branches. The element has a defined beginning and end and every position on the road link sequence is identifiable with one single parameter such as length. It describes an element of the road network, characterized by one or more thematic identifiers and/or properties.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLinkSequence.
7.1.9. Road Name (RoadName)
Name of a road, as assigned by the responsible authority.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type RoadName Attributes of the spatial object type RoadName
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a road transport network.
7.1.10. Road Node (RoadNode)
A point spatial object that is used to either represent connectivity between two road links or to represent a significant spatial object such as a services station or roundabout.
This type is a sub-type of TransportNode.
Attributes of the spatial object type RoadNode Attributes of the spatial object type RoadNode
Surface annexed to a road and devoted to offer particular services for it.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
7.1.12. Road Service Type (RoadServiceType)
Description of the type of road service area and the available facilities.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type RoadServiceType Attributes of the spatial object type RoadServiceType
This property can only be associated with a spatial object of the type RoadServiceArea or RoadNode (when formOfRoadNode=roadServiceArea).
7.1.13. Road Surface Category (RoadSurfaceCategory)
Specification of the state of the surface of the associated Road Element. Indicates whether a road is paved or unpaved.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type RoadSurfaceCategory Attributes of the spatial object type RoadSurfaceCategory
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a road transport network.
7.1.14. Road Width (RoadWidth)
The width of the road, measured as an average value.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type RoadWidth Attributes of the spatial object type RoadWidth
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a road transport network.
7.1.15. Speed Limit (SpeedLimit)
Limit for the speed of a vehicle on a road.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type SpeedLimit Attributes of the spatial object type SpeedLimit
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a road transport network.
7.1.16. Vehicle Traffic Area (VehicleTrafficArea)
Surface that represents the part of a road which is used for the normal traffic of vehicles.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
7.2. Enumerations Enumerations
7.2.1. Functional Road Class (FunctionalRoadClassValue)
Values for the functional road classification. This classification is based on the importance of the role that the road performs in the road network.
Allowed values for the enumeration FunctionalRoadClassValue Allowed values for the enumeration FunctionalRoadClassValue
Values to indicate whether number of lanes are counted as the maximum, minimum or average number.
Allowed values for the enumeration MinMaxLaneValue Allowed values for the enumeration MinMaxLaneValue
Possible values to indicate the nature of a speed limit.
Allowed values for the enumeration SpeedLimitMinMaxValue Allowed values for the enumeration SpeedLimitMinMaxValue
7.3.1. Area Condition (AreaConditionValue)
Speed limit restriction depending on the area.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
7.3.2. Form Of Road Node (FormOfRoadNodeValue)
Functions of road nodes.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
7.3.3. Form Of Way (FormOfWayValue)
Classification based on the physical properties of the road link.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
7.3.4. Road Part (RoadPartValue)
Indication to which part of a road the value of a measurement applies.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
7.3.5. Road Service Type (RoadServiceTypeValue)
Types of road service areas.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
7.3.6. Road Surface Category (RoadSurfaceCategoryValue)
Values to indicate whether a road is paved or not paved.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
7.3.7. Service Facility (ServiceFacilityValue)
Possible service facilities available at a road service area.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
7.3.8. Speed Limit Source (SpeedLimitSourceValue)
Possible sources for speed limits.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
7.3.9. Vehicle Type (VehicleTypeValue)
Possible types of vehicles.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
7.3.10. Weather Condition (WeatherConditionValue)
Values to indicate weather conditions that affect speed limits.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
8. Water Transport Network Water Transport Network
8.1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects related to Water Transport Network:
A prominent specially constructed object forming a conspicuous mark as a fixed aid to navigation, or for use in hydrographic survey.
This type is a sub-type of TransportPoint.
8.1.2. Buoy (Buoy)
A floating object moored to the bottom in a particular (charted) place, as an aid to navigation or for other specific purposes.
This type is a sub-type of TransportPoint.
8.1.3. CEMT Class (CEMTClass)
Classification of an inland waterway according to CEMT (European Conference of Ministers of Transport).
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type CEMTClass Attributes of the spatial object type CEMTClass
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a water transport network.
8.1.4. Condition Of Water Facility (ConditionOfWaterFacility)
State of a water transport network element with regards to its completion and use.
This type is a sub-type of ConditionOfFacility.
Constraints of the spatial object type ConditionOfWaterFacility Constraints of the spatial object type ConditionOfWaterFacility
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a water transport network.
8.1.5. Fairway Area (FairwayArea)
The main travelled part of a waterway.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
8.1.6. Ferry Crossing (FerryCrossing)
A special waterway aimed at supporting the transport of passengers, vehicles or other cargo/freight across a water body, and which is normally used as a connection linking two or more nodes of a land based transport network.
This type is a sub-type of Waterway.
8.1.7. Ferry Use (FerryUse)
The type of transport carried out by a ferry crossing.
This type is a sub-type of TransportProperty.
Attributes of the spatial object type FerryUse Attributes of the spatial object type FerryUse
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a water transport network.
8.1.8. Inland Waterway (InlandWaterway)
Waterway which is defined at inland continental waters.
This type is a sub-type of Waterway.
8.1.9. Marine Waterway (MarineWaterway)
Waterway which is defined at sea waters.
This type is a sub-type of Waterway.
Attributes of the spatial object type MarineWaterway Attributes of the spatial object type MarineWaterway
An area spatial object which is used to represent the physical limits of all the facilities which constitute the terrestrial zone of a sea or inland port.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
8.1.11. Port Node (PortNode)
A point spatial object which is used to represent a sea or inland port in a simplified way, aproximately located at the bank of the waterbody where the port is placed.
This type is a sub-type of WaterNode.
8.1.12. Restriction For Water Vehicles (RestrictionForWaterVehicles)
Restriction on vehicles on a water transport element.
This type is a sub-type of RestrictionForVehicles.
Constraints of the spatial object type RestrictionForWaterVehicles Constraints of the spatial object type RestrictionForWaterVehicles
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a water transport network.
8.1.13. Traffic Separation Scheme (TrafficSeparationScheme)
A scheme which aims at reducing the risk of collision in congested and/or converging areas by separating traffic moving in opposite, or nearly opposite, directions.
This type is abstract.
Association roles of the spatial object type TrafficSeparationScheme Association roles of the spatial object type TrafficSeparationScheme
An area spatial object forming part of a traffic separation scheme.
This type is a sub-type of TransportArea.
This type is abstract.
8.1.15. Traffic Separation Scheme Crossing (TrafficSeparationSchemeCrossing)
A defined area where traffic lanes cross.
This type is a sub-type of TrafficSeparationSchemeArea.
8.1.16. Traffic Separation Scheme Lane (TrafficSeparationSchemeLane)
An area within defined limits in which one-way traffic flow is established.
This type is a sub-type of TrafficSeparationSchemeArea.
8.1.17. Traffic Separation Scheme Roundabout (TrafficSeparationSchemeRoundabout)
A traffic separation scheme in which traffic moves in a counter-clockwise direction around a specified point or zone.
This type is a sub-type of TrafficSeparationSchemeArea.
8.1.18. Traffic Separation Scheme Separator (TrafficSeparationSchemeSeparator)
A zone separating the lanes in which ships are proceeding in opposite or nearly opposite directions; or separating traffic lanes designated for particular classes of ships proceeding in the same direction.
This type is a sub-type of TrafficSeparationSchemeArea.
8.1.19. Water Link Sequence (WaterLinkSequence)
A linear spatial object, composed of an ordered collection of waterway and/or watercourse links (as necessary), which represents a continuous path in the water network without any branches.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLinkSequence.
8.1.20. Water Node (WaterNode)
A point spatial object which is used to represent the connectivity between two different waterway links, or between a waterway link and a watercourse link, in the water transport network.
This type is a sub-type of TransportNode.
This type is abstract.
8.1.21. Water Traffic Flow Direction (WaterTrafficFlowDirection)
Indicates the direction of the flow of water transport traffic in relation to the direction of the water transport link vector.
This type is a sub-type of TrafficFlowDirection.
Constraints of the spatial object type WaterTrafficFlowDirection Constraints of the spatial object type WaterTrafficFlowDirection
This property can only be associated with a spatial object that is part of a water transport network.
8.1.22. Waterway (Waterway)
A collection of water link sequences and or individual waterway and/or watercourse links (as necessary) that are characterized by one or more thematical identifiers and/or properties, which perform a navigable route within a water body (oceans, seas, rivers, lakes, channels or canals).
This type is a sub-type of TransportLinkSet.
This type is abstract.
8.1.23. Waterway Link (WaterwayLink)
A linear spatial object that describes the geometry or connectivity of the water transport network between two consecutive waterway or watercourse nodes. It represents a linear section across a body of water which is used for shipping.
This type is a sub-type of TransportLink.
8.1.24. Waterway Node (WaterwayNode)
A point spatial object which is used to represent the connectivity between two different waterway links, or between a waterway link and a watercourse link, in the water transport network.
This type is a sub-type of WaterNode.
Attributes of the spatial object type WaterwayNode Attributes of the spatial object type WaterwayNode
8.2.1. CEMT Class (CEMTClassValue)
Inland waterway classification according to CEMT (European Conference of Ministers of Transport) Resolution No 92/2.
Allowed values for the enumeration CEMTClassValue Allowed values for the enumeration CEMTClassValue
8.3.1. Ferry Use (FerryUseValue)
Types of transport carried out by a ferry.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
8.3.2. Form Of Waterway Node (FormOfWaterwayNodeValue)
Function of a Waterway Node in the water transport network.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
9. Theme-specific Requirements Theme-specific Requirements
9.1. Consistency between spatial data sets Consistency between spatial data sets
The Water transport networks shall re-use, where it exists and is practicable, the water network centreline geometry of the Hydrography theme. Therefore, object referencing shall be used to link the water transport course with the existing water network geometry in the Hydrography theme.
9.5. Centrelines Centrelines
The centrelines of Road and Rail objects shall fall within the extent of the physical real world object that they represent if the Link is indicated as not being ‘fictitious’.
9.6. Ensuring Network Connectivity Ensuring Network Connectivity
Layers for the spatial data theme Transport networks Layers for the spatial data theme Transport networks
1. Definitions Definitions
In addition to the definitions set out in Article 2, the following definitions shall apply:
The types specified for the spatial data theme Hydrography are structured in the following packages:
3.1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects related to Hydro - base:
An identity base for hydrographic (including man-made) objects in the real world.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type HydroObject Attributes of the spatial object type HydroObject
Association roles of the spatial object type HydroObject Association roles of the spatial object type HydroObject
3.2.1. Hydro Identifier (HydroIdentifier)
A hydrographic thematic identifier.
Attributes of the data type HydroIdentifier Attributes of the data type HydroIdentifier
4.1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects related to Hydro - Network:
A node within the hydrographic network.
This type is a sub-type of Node.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
Attributes of the spatial object type HydroNode Attributes of the spatial object type HydroNode
A segment of a watercourse within a hydrographic network.
This type is a sub-type of Link.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
Attributes of the spatial object type WatercourseLink Attributes of the spatial object type WatercourseLink
A sequence of watercourse links representing a non-branching path through a hydrographic network.
This type is a sub-type of LinkSequence.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
4.1.4. Watercourse Separated Crossing (WatercourseSeparatedCrossing)
An element in the hydrographic network used to indicate non-interacting crossing of watercourse links separated by level.
This type is a sub-type of GradeSeparatedCrossing.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
4.2. Code Lists Code Lists
4.2.1. Hydro Node Category (HydroNodeCategoryValue)
Defines categories for different types of hydrographic network nodes.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
5. Hydro - Physical Waters Hydro - Physical Waters
5.1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects related to Hydro - Physical Waters:
A man-made object allowing the passage of water above or below an obstacle.
This type is a sub-type of ManMadeObject.
Attributes of the spatial object type Crossing Attributes of the spatial object type Crossing
A permanent barrier across a watercourse used to impound water or to control its flow.
This type is a sub-type of ManMadeObject.
5.1.3. Drainage Basin (DrainageBasin)
Area having a common outlet for its surface runoff.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
Attributes of the spatial object type DrainageBasin Attributes of the spatial object type DrainageBasin
A river basin may not be contained in any other basin
5.1.4. Embankment (Embankment)
A man-made raised long mound of earth or other material.
This type is a sub-type of ManMadeObject.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Natural risk zones in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
5.1.5. Falls (Falls)
A vertically descending part of a watercourse where it falls from a height.
This type is a sub-type of FluvialPoint.
Attributes of the spatial object type Falls Attributes of the spatial object type Falls
A hydro point of interest that affects the flow of a watercourse.
This type is a sub-type of HydroPointOfInterest.
This type is abstract.
5.1.7. Ford (Ford)
A shallow part of a watercourse used as a road crossing.
This type is a sub-type of ManMadeObject.
5.1.8. Hydro Point Of Interest (HydroPointOfInterest)
A natural place where water appears, disappears or changes its flow.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type HydroPointOfInterest Attributes of the spatial object type HydroPointOfInterest
A facility for the generation of power from moving water.
This type is a sub-type of ManMadeObject.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Energy resources in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
5.1.10. Inundated Land (InundatedLand)
A tract periodically covered by flood water, excluding tidal waters.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Natural risk zones in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Attributes of the spatial object type InundatedLand Attributes of the spatial object type InundatedLand
The line where a land mass is in contact with a body of water.
Attributes of the spatial object type LandWaterBoundary Attributes of the spatial object type LandWaterBoundary
An enclosure with a pair or series of gates used for raising or lowering vessels as they pass from one water level to another.
This type is a sub-type of ManMadeObject.
5.1.13. Man-made Object (ManMadeObject)
An artificial object which lies inside a body of water and has one of the following types of function: - Retains the water; - Regulates the quantity of water; - Alters the course of the water; - Allows watercourses to cross each other.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type ManMadeObject Attributes of the spatial object type ManMadeObject
One of the three large regions of the world-wide ocean, each with associated sub- and marginal areas and subject to an independent flow-regime.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Sea regions in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Attributes of the spatial object type OceanRegion Attributes of the spatial object type OceanRegion
Association roles of the spatial object type OceanRegion Association roles of the spatial object type OceanRegion
A tube for the conveyance of solids, liquids or gases.
This type is a sub-type of ManMadeObject.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Utility and governmental services in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
5.1.16. Pumping Station (PumpingStation)
A facility to move solids, liquids or gases by means of pressure or suction.
This type is a sub-type of ManMadeObject.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Utility and governmental services in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
5.1.17. Rapids (Rapids)
Portions of a stream with accelerated current where it descends rapidly but without a break in the slope of the bed sufficient to form a waterfall.
This type is a sub-type of FluvialPoint.
5.1.18. River Basin (RiverBasin)
The area of land from which all surface run-off flows through a sequence of streams, rivers and, possibly, lakes into the sea at a single river mouth, estuary or delta.
This type is a sub-type of DrainageBasin.
5.1.19. Shore (Shore)
The narrow strip of land in immediate contact with any body of water including the area between high and low water lines.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Land cover in Annex II to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Attributes of the spatial object type Shore Attributes of the spatial object type Shore
An artificial structure attached to land bordering a body of water and fixed in position.
This type is a sub-type of ManMadeObject.
5.1.21. Sluice (Sluice)
An open, inclined conduit fitted with a gate for regulating water flow.
This type is a sub-type of ManMadeObject.
5.1.22. Standing Water (StandingWater)
A body of water that is entirely surrounded by land.
This type is a sub-type of SurfaceWater.
Attributes of the spatial object type StandingWater Attributes of the spatial object type StandingWater
Standing water geometry may be a surface or point
5.1.23. Surface Water (SurfaceWater)
Any known inland waterway body.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
This type is abstract.
Attributes of the spatial object type SurfaceWater Attributes of the spatial object type SurfaceWater
Association roles of the spatial object type SurfaceWater Association roles of the spatial object type SurfaceWater
A natural or man-made flowing watercourse or stream.
This type is a sub-type of SurfaceWater.
Attributes of the spatial object type Watercourse Attributes of the spatial object type Watercourse
Watercourse geometry may be a curve or surface
A condition attribute may be specified only for a man-made watercourse
5.1.25. Wetland (Wetland)
A poorly drained or periodically flooded area where the soil is saturated with water, and vegetation is supported.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Land cover in Annex II to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Attributes of the spatial object type Wetland Attributes of the spatial object type Wetland
5.2.1. Hydro Order Code (HydroOrderCode)
A hydrologically meaningful ‘order code’ for ordering hierarchies of watercourses and drainage basins.
Attributes of the data type HydroOrderCode Attributes of the data type HydroOrderCode
The range of a watercourse’s horizontal width along its length.
Attributes of the data type WidthRange Attributes of the data type WidthRange
5.3.1. Origin (OriginValue)
An enumeration type specifying a set of hydrographic ‘origin’ categories (natural, man-made) for various hydrographic objects.
Allowed values for the enumeration OriginValue Allowed values for the enumeration OriginValue
5.4.1. Crossing Type (CrossingTypeValue)
Man-made physical watercourse crossing types.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
5.4.2. Hydrological Persistence (HydrologicalPersistenceValue)
Categories of hydrological persistence of a body of water.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
5.4.3. Inundation (InundationValue)
The type of a land subject to inundation.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Natural risk zones in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
5.4.4. Shore Type (ShoreTypeValue)
Categories of shore area composition.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Land cover in Annex II to Directive 2007/2/EC.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
5.4.5. Water Level (WaterLevelValue)
The tidal datum / waterlevel to which depths and heights are referenced.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
6. Hydro - Reporting Hydro - Reporting
6.1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects related to Hydro - Reporting:
Surface water on the landward side of a line, every point of which is at a distance of one nautical mile on the seaward side from the nearest point of the baseline from which the breadth of territorial waters is measured, extending where appropriate up to the outer limit of transitional waters.
This type is a sub-type of WFDSurfaceWaterBody.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Area management/restriction/regulation zones and reporting units in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Constraints of the spatial object type WFDCoastalWater Constraints of the spatial object type WFDCoastalWater
Coastal water geometry must be a surface
6.1.2. WFD Ground Water Body (WFDGroundWaterBody)
A distinct volume of groundwater within an aquifer or aquifers.
This type is a sub-type of WFDWaterBody.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Area management/restriction/regulation zones and reporting units in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Attributes of the spatial object type WFDGroundWaterBody Attributes of the spatial object type WFDGroundWaterBody
A body of standing inland surface water.
This type is a sub-type of WFDRiverOrLake.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Area management/restriction/regulation zones and reporting units in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Constraints of the spatial object type WFDLake Constraints of the spatial object type WFDLake
Lake geometry must be a surface
6.1.4. WFD River (WFDRiver)
A body of inland water flowing for the most part on the surface of the land but which may flow underground for part of its course.
This type is a sub-type of WFDRiverOrLake.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Area management/restriction/regulation zones and reporting units in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Constraints of the spatial object type WFDRiver Constraints of the spatial object type WFDRiver
River geometry must be a curve
Main and large attributes may not be specified for canals
6.1.5. WFD River Or Lake (WFDRiverOrLake)
Abstract class containing common attributes for a WFD river or lake.
This type is a sub-type of WFDSurfaceWaterBody.
This type is abstract.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Area management/restriction/regulation zones and reporting units in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Attributes of the spatial object type WFDRiverOrLake Attributes of the spatial object type WFDRiverOrLake
A discrete and significant element of surface water.
This type is a sub-type of WFDWaterBody.
This type is abstract.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Area management/restriction/regulation zones and reporting units in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Attributes of the spatial object type WFDSurfaceWaterBody Attributes of the spatial object type WFDSurfaceWaterBody
heavilyModified attribute allowed only if not artificial
6.1.7. WFD Transitional Water (WFDTransitionalWater)
Bodies of surface water in the vicinity of river mouths which are partly saline in character as a result of their proximity to coastal waters but which are substantially influenced by freshwater flows.
This type is a sub-type of WFDSurfaceWaterBody.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Area management/restriction/regulation zones and reporting units in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Constraints of the spatial object type WFDTransitionalWater Constraints of the spatial object type WFDTransitionalWater
Transitional water geometry must be a surface
6.1.8. WFD Water Body (WFDWaterBody)
Abstract class representing a WFD body of surface water or body of groundwater.
This type is a sub-type of HydroObject.
This type is abstract.
This type is a candidate type to be considered by the spatial data theme Area management/restriction/regulation zones and reporting units in Annex III to Directive 2007/2/EC.
Attributes of the spatial object type WFDWaterBody Attributes of the spatial object type WFDWaterBody
7.1. Consistency between spatial data sets Consistency between spatial data sets
The centrelines of watercourse objects shall fall within the extent of the physical real world object that they represent if the Watercourse Link is indicated as not being ‘fictitious’.
7.7. Ensuring Network Connectivity Ensuring Network Connectivity
Layers for the spatial data theme Hydrography Layers for the spatial data theme Hydrography
1. Spatial Object Types Spatial Object Types
The following spatial object types shall be used for the exchange and classification of spatial objects from data sets that relate to the spatial data theme Protected Sites:
An area designated or managed within a framework of international, Union and Member States’ legislation to achieve specific conservation objectives.
Attributes of the spatial object type ProtectedSite Attributes of the spatial object type ProtectedSite
2.1 Designation Type (DesignationType) Designation Type (DesignationType)
A data type designed to contain a designation for the Protected Site, including the designation scheme used and the value within that scheme.
Attributes of the data type DesignationType Attributes of the data type DesignationType
Sites must use designations from an appropriate designation scheme, and the designation code value must agree with the designation scheme.
3. Enumerations Enumerations
3.1 Protection Classification (ProtectionClassificationValue) Protection Classification (ProtectionClassificationValue)
The protected site classification based on the purpose of protection.
Allowed values for the enumeration ProtectionClassificationValue Allowed values for the enumeration ProtectionClassificationValue
4.1. Designation Scheme (DesignationSchemeValue) Designation Scheme (DesignationSchemeValue)
The scheme used to assign a designation to the Protected Sites.
This code list may be extended by the Member States.
4.2. Designation (DesignationValue) Designation (DesignationValue)
Abstract base type for code lists containing the classification and designation types under different schemes.
This type is abstract.
4.3. IUCN Designation (IUCNDesignationValue) IUCN Designation (IUCNDesignationValue)
A code list for the International Union for the Conservation of Nature classification scheme.
This type is a sub-type of DesignationValue.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.4. National Monuments Record Designation (NationalMonumentsRecordDesignationValue) National Monuments Record Designation (NationalMonumentsRecordDesignationValue)
A code list for the National Monuments Record classification scheme.
This type is a sub-type of DesignationValue.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.5. Natura2000 Designation (Natura2000DesignationValue) Natura2000 Designation (Natura2000DesignationValue)
A code list for the Natura2000 designation scheme, in accordance with Council Directive 92/43/EEC ( 1 ) (Habitats Directive).
This type is a sub-type of DesignationValue.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.6. Ramsar Designation (RamsarDesignationValue) Ramsar Designation (RamsarDesignationValue)
A code list for the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance (Ramsar Convention) designation scheme.
This type is a sub-type of DesignationValue.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.7. UNESCO Man And Biosphere Programme Designation (UNESCOManAndBiosphereProgrammeDesignationValue) UNESCO Man And Biosphere Programme Designation (UNESCOManAndBiosphereProgrammeDesignationValue)
A code list for the Man and Biosphere Programme classification scheme.
This type is a sub-type of DesignationValue.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
4.8. UNESCO World Heritage Designation (UNESCOWorldHeritageDesignationValue) UNESCO World Heritage Designation (UNESCOWorldHeritageDesignationValue)
A code list for the World Heritage designation scheme.
This type is a sub-type of DesignationValue.
This code list shall be managed in a common code list register.
5. Layers Layers
Layers for the spatial data theme Protected Sites Layers for the spatial data theme Protected Sites