Height Mod Focus Group

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Height Modernization and Leveling A Brief
Update and Look Ahead Tuesday, November 16,
2004 Juliana Blackwell Height Modernization
Program Manager
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Height Modernization is . . . the
establishment of accurate, reliable heights
using GPS technology in conjunction with
traditional leveling, gravity, and modern remote
sensing information.
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Why Height Modernization?
Height Modernization
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Height Modernization Project
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Height Modernization Status
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NGS Role and Responsibilities

• Program Management
• Outreach/Technology Transfer
• Project Leadership
• Quality Control
• Research and Development

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Partnerships

• Spatial Reference Centers
• Harris-Galveston Subsidence District
• Federal Agencies
• State Agencies
• Local Government and Organizations
• Educational Institutions

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Outreach/Education/Training

• FEMA-NGS Liaison
• ACSM/FEMA -- Certification of Surveyors
• Training Center -- Corbin, VA
• GPS/GIS High School Program
• Forums and Workshops
• Development of Information/Materials
• Articles
• K-12 Programs Is Louisiana Sinking?