Metadata for Upper Clark Fork River Basin Mountain Goat Locations (1993-2007) Metadata for Upper Clark Fork River Basin Mountain Goat Locations (1993-2007)
Identification Information:
Citation:
Originator: Blue Eyed Nellie Consulting, Inc.
Originator: Montana Fish, Wildilfe & Parks
Publication date: 03/14/2008
Title:
Upper Clark Fork River Basin Mountain Goat Locations (1993-2007)
Publication place: Helena, Montana
Publisher: Montana State Library
Online linkage: https://ftpgeoinfo.msl.mt.gov/Data/Spatial/NonMSDI/Shapefiles/Wildlife_ClarkFork2007.zip
Larger Work Citation:
Title: Upper Clark Fork River Basin Wildlife Locations (1977-2007)
Online linkage: http://mslapps.mt.gov/Geographic_Information/Data/DataList/datalist_Details.aspx?did={4a76f7ca-78bf-11e3-a574-d231feb1dc81}
Browse graphic file name: https://ftpgeoinfo.msl.mt.gov/Documents/Maps/Individual/20090402_343_09doj0001_goat.pdf

Abstract:
Data was acquired during aerial surveys conducted by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) between 1993 and 2007. The aerial surveys were conducted annually to count and classify mountain in the area. Data are used by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) in their management responsibilities to set hunting seasons, determine population trends, and identify critical habitats. Observations were recorded on data forms and locations either plotted on USFS Maps (Deerlodge National Forest) or recorded by specific location.

The data represents observations of mountain goats. It is not intended to represent overall or annual distribution. Each individual observation represents one or more animals. Density of observations does not necessarily equal density of animals.
Purpose:
To provide wildlife data for use in the Natural Resource Damage Program (NRDP). The data is intended to aid in NRDP project planning and implementation by identifying key wildlife habitats.

Time period of content:
Beginning date: 12/1993
Ending date: 03/2007
Currentness reference: ground condition
Access constraints: None
Use constraints:
The data represents mountain goat locations. It is not intended to portray overall or annual distribution. Users must assume responsibility to determine the usability of this data for their purposes. This data set is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. FWP makes no representations or warranties whatsoever with respect to the accuracy or completeness of this data set and assumes no responsibility for the suitability of this data set for a particular purpose. FWP will not be liable for any damages incurred as a result of errors in this data set.

The Montana State Library provides this product/service for informational purposes only. The Library did not produce it for, nor is it suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying purposes. Consumers of this information should review or consult the primary data and information sources to ascertain the viability of the information for their purposes. The Library provides these data in good faith but does not represent or warrant its accuracy, adequacy, or completeness. In no event shall the Library be liable for any incorrect results or analysis; any direct, indirect, special, or consequential damages to any party; or any lost profits arising out of or in connection with the use or the inability to use the data or the services provided. The Library makes these data and services available as a convenience to the public, and for no other purpose. The Library reserves the right to change or revise published data and/or services at any time.
Point of contact:
Dan Hook
Blue Eyed Nellie Consulting, Inc.
13 Mtn view
Anaconda, Montana 59711


Telephone: 406-563-5612
E-Mail: dhook@bresnan.net


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Data Quality Information:
Attribute accuracy report:
Excellent. Data was collected and digitized by the same local Biologist. Data was digitized on 1:100,000 Bureau of Land Management maps.

Horizontal Positional Accuracy Report: The data were digitized on 1:100,000 BLM maps.

Vertical positional accuracy report: The data were digitized on 1:100,000 BLM maps.


Lineage:

Process step:
FWP field data observation forms from 1993 through 2007 were used to identify GIS locations on BLM 1:100,000 maps. Data was digitized on screen using ArcView 3.2 using the following 1:100,000 scale Digital Raster Graphics (DRGs) as base maps (Missoula East, Elliston, Philipsburg, Butte North, and Butte South). The DRGs were obtained from the Natural Resource Information System at http://nris.mt.gov/gis/.
Process date: 03/2008
Process contact:
Dan Hook
Blue Eyed Nellie Consulting, Inc
13 Mountain View
Anaconda, MT 59711


Telephone: 406-563-5612
E-Mail: dhook@bresnan.net


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Spatial Data Organization Information:
Point and vector object information:
SDTS object type: Entity point
SDTS object count: 50
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Spatial Reference Information:
Horizontal coordinate system definition:
Grid coordinate system name: State Plane Coordinate System 1983
SPCS zone identifier: 2500
Lambert conformal conic:
Standard parallel: 45
Standard parallel: 49
Longitude of central meridian: -109.5
Latitude of projection origin: 44.25
False easting: 600000.00000
False northing: 0.00000
Planar distance units: meters
Geodetic model:
Horizontal datum name: North American Datum of 1983
Ellipsoid name: Geodetic Reference System 80
Semi-major axis: 6378137.000000
Denominator of flattening ratio: 298.257222
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Entity and Attribute Information:
Entity type label: MtnGoat
Entity type definition: Shapefile Attribute Table

Attribute label: FID
Attribute definition: Shapefile sequence number

Attribute label: Shape
Attribute definition: Feature geometry

Attribute label: BILLY
Attribute definition: Number of adult males observed.

Attribute label: NANNY
Attribute definition: Number of adult females observed.

Attribute label: KID
Attribute definition: Number of young of year observed.

Attribute label: UNKNOWN
Attribute definition: Number unclassified.

Attribute label: TOTAL
Attribute definition: . Total observed.

Attribute label: OBS_DATE
Attribute definition: Date of observation.

Attribute label: DEDIST
Attribute definition:
Deer/Elk/Lion hunting district. Note: hunting district boundaries and numbers are subject to change.

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Distribution Information:
Distributor:
Montana State Library
PO Box 201800
Helena, MT 59620-1800


Telephone: 406-444-5354
Telephone: 406-444-5354
TDD/TTY telephone: Montana Relay 711
Fax: 406-444-0266
E-Mail: geoinfo@mt.gov
E-Mail: geoinfo@mt.gov


Resource description: Downloadable Data


Distribution liability:
The Montana State Library provides this product/service for informational purposes only. The Library did not produce it for, nor is it suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying purposes. Consumers of this information should review or consult the primary data and information sources to ascertain the viability of the information for their purposes. The Library provides these data in good faith but does not represent or warrant its accuracy, adequacy, or completeness. In no event shall the Library be liable for any incorrect results or analysis; any direct, indirect, special, or consequential damages to any party; or any lost profits arising out of or in connection with the use or the inability to use the data or the services provided. The Library makes these data and services available as a convenience to the public, and for no other purpose. The Library reserves the right to change or revise published data and/or services at any time.

Standard order process:
Digital form:
Format name: ESRI Shapefile
megabytes
Online option:
https://ftpgeoinfo.msl.mt.gov/Data/Spatial/NonMSDI/Shapefiles/Wildlife_ClarkFork2007.zip
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Metadata Reference Information:
Metadata date: 03/20/2014
Metadata review date: 08/14/2009
Metadata review date: 03/14/2008
Metadata contact:
Lydia Bailey
GIS & Natural Resource Data Manager
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
1420 East 6th Ave
PO Box 200701
Helena, MT 59620-0701


Telephone: 406-444-5365
E-Mail: lbailey@mt.gov


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