Lidar Project Overview Quiz

What is the primary goal of the Texas Water Development Board's Lidar project?

• To capture high-resolution images of the ground

• To differentiate between various ground features using light returns

• To create artistic representations of landscapes

• To develop new aircraft technology

How does the current Lidar project differ from previous ones in terms of area coverage?

• It covers more than twice the area of the largest previous project

• It covers the same area as previous projects

• It covers less area than previous projects

• It covers only urban areas

What is the significance of using HUC 6 boundaries in the Lidar project?

• It allows for more detailed county-level analysis

• It focuses solely on urban development

• It provides a uniform standard that aligns with other data types

• It reduces the cost of data collection

Which of the following is NOT a use of the Lidar data collected by the Texas Water Development Board?

• Emergency evacuation planning

• Creating 3D video games

• Flood analysis

• Dam safety analysis

How is the Lidar data made accessible to the public?

• It is distributed through private companies

• It is sold to interested parties

• It is available for free on a public data hub

• It is only accessible to government agencies