Dot Distribution Map

Dot distribution maps portray quantitative data as dots. The pattern of dots reflect general locations where a particular phenomenon most likely occured. This map shows the locations of Millennium Medical Products Inc.

Choropleth Maps

Choropleth maps have areas that are shaded in proportion to the measurement of statistical variables, such as population density. This map is from the Department of Agriculture which gauged the acres of hay in the United States in2002.

Propaganda maps

Propaganda Maps are used to incite emotions in others towards a particular cause. Hitler believed that it was the manipulative power over one's emotions that would be of an enormous value to him. Propaganda maps have also been used to extend ideas to the illiterate masses. This map was created by the French to show the ports and shipping centers that were bombed by the Luftwaffe.

Hypsometric Maps

Hypsometric maps are maps that show elevation by contours or through shading, tinting or batching. This is a map of Hawaii showing the island and the varying elevations.

PLSS Maps

PLSS Maps are used for titles and deeds of land. PLSS Maps were created under the Land Ordinance Act of 1785. The basic units of area are section and township.

Public Land Survey System Maps

Cadastral Maps

Cadastral maps include details of ownerships, precise location, and value of individual parcels of property. They are often used in conjuction with other records such as property records, title registery, etc.