AbstractGIS and Spatial Analyst for Topsoil Regulatory ComplianceTrack: Mining and Geosciences Author Sample point datasets derived from GIS location measurements of topsoil depth were interpolated to 2-dimensional raster data types using ArcGIS Spatial Analyst. The extension tools were then used to study the correlation of measured topsoil depth to regulation depth mandated in coal surface-mining permits. Janine Ferarese DOI - Office of Surface Mining 1999 Broadway Suite 3320 Denver, Colorado 80201-3050 United States Phone: 303-293-5068 E-mail: jferarese@osmre.gov |