The OIT Geographic Information Systems (GIS) team is excited to announce the launch of the State of Colorado GeoPortal, a powerful new platform designed to streamline access and sharing of maps and GIS data across state agencies. Access and use of GIS data at the state has never been easier. Regardless of your experience, any state employee can now examine and use geographic data for everyday work projects. Key features of the GeoPortal include an application for viewing address and parcel data throughout the state and an imagery downloader tool that enables users to download recent and historical aerial imagery.
There are limitless uses of the GeoPortal and its contents beyond the features and applications listed above; the GeoPortal also boasts numerous data layers that can be used independently or together to draw conclusions about spatial-related projects that state workers face. For example, a CDOT employee could access the GeoPortal’s Digital Surface Model to evaluate the slope of a hill near a planned road project, or a CDA employee could use high-resolution multispectral imagery and Fire Protection District features to visualize how urban development is leading to increased water runoff activity in rural areas of Boulder County.
This video tutorial provides more information about the GeoPortal. If you or your team have additional questions, please contact oit_gis@state.co.us.