The Utah Geospatial Resource Center (UGRC) provides mapping technology services to federal, state, and local governments and other organizations.

Utah, USA
Joined February 2010
We’ve updated our Discover imagery & basemap Terms of Use to prohibit automated, large-scale data processing (like AI training & scripting) in order to prevent costly data transfer spikes & maintain system stability for all users. Details: gis.utah.gov/blog/2026-09-16….
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Scale massive geospatial datasets with speed! Esri introduced the Parquet feature layer (Beta) in ArcGIS Online, bringing columnar storage, fast rendering, & client-side querying to large-scale, read-only mapping workflows using ArcGIS Data Pipelines. esri.com/arcgis-blog/product…
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Tired of annoying gaps, overlaps, or microscopic slivers in your GIS layers? Read our guide that breaks down why features misalign when working with NAD83 and WGS84—and how choosing the right coordinate transformation fixes it. Read more: gis.utah.gov/blog/2021-06-23…
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Lake Powell is a key reservoir for the southwestern United States. But here, both time and water may be running out. Great cartography from Zach Beck at @MapUtah provides a closer look at this vital and fragile resource: maps.com/lake-powell-map-sho…
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Step back in time with this historical map of the Utah Territory! Compiled & drawn by Charles Mahon, J.H. Renshawe, W.H. Graves, & H.L. Heintzelman, this intricate map highlights the rugged topography, mountain ranges, & early geographic details of Utah long before statehood.
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Data-driven decisions start with great spatial data! Whether you need to spatial-enable non-spatial datasets, maintain real-time accessibility, automate workflows using open-source tools, or publish authoritative datasets to the SGID, we have you covered: gis.utah.gov/solutions/spati…
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Considering a major or career in GIS? Steering toward Remote Sensing & Photogrammetry lets you turn satellite, drone, and LiDAR data into real-world solutions. Analyze climate trends and disaster zones from above—and take your GIS degree to new heights!
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Want to leverage spatial data for better decisions? At UGRC, we share strategic insights on how your organization can integrate GIS into your everyday workflows. Learn how: gis.utah.gov/solutions/gis-s…
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Transforming public assets into virtual replicas! Discover how local & state governments use GIS & digital twins for predictive maintenance & smarter decisions: infrastructurereportcard.org…
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Bold ideas deserve bold storytelling 📍The 2026 ArcGIS StoryMaps Competition is now open! Share your story, showcase the power of GIS, and inspire change through mapping and storytelling. Ready to make an impact? Submit your story today. 🌍 bit.ly/4gX2XxN
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UGRC helps state and local agencies integrate GIS into workflows—transforming data into interactive maps and spatial insights. Discover how: gis.utah.gov/solutions/gis-i…
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Did you know that GIS isn't just for mapping the Earth's surface? That's right! It's also widely used to map underground utilities, gas lines, sewer networks, and deep mining shafts.
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Explore public land data across Utah with the Utah Government Owned Parcels dataset on the SGID! Compiled by UGRC in partnership with local governments, this resource maps out state & county-level public property boundaries. Check it out: gis.utah.gov/products/sgid/c…. #gis #utah
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