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Topographic setting of archaeological survey in the Boreal Forest of Alberta

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The archaeological record of the Canadian Boreal Forest is dominated by shallowly buried sites with little to no datable artifacts or stratigraphy. However, the factors that underlie this skew to... More ≫

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The archaeological record of the Canadian Boreal Forest is dominated by shallowly buried sites with little to no datable artifacts or stratigraphy. However, the factors that underlie this skew to shallow sites are rarely formally examined. Here we use a geomorphon-based terrain classification to assess the role of topographic setting in the placement of archaeological survey points. Our results show that there is considerable bias in current archaeological survey methods towards landforms that disperse sediment. This reduces the likelihood of finding deeply buried or stratified sites and calls into question the assertion that datable sites are largely absent from the region.

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Terrain - 20K Digital Elevation Models

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The distribution of Terrain - 20K Digital Elevation Models data to the public is provided by AltaLIS Ltd., distributing agent for the Alberta Data Partnerships Ltd. (ADP), formerly Spatial Data... More ≫

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The distribution of Terrain - 20K Digital Elevation Models data to the public is provided by AltaLIS Ltd., distributing agent for the Alberta Data Partnerships Ltd. (ADP), formerly Spatial Data Warehouse Ltd. (SDW), on behalf of the Government of Alberta. The Terrain - 20K Digital Elevation Models data includes a GIS-ready mapping database created by Alberta Environment and Parks and includes the following: three dimensional spatial ground elevation masspoints, hard breaklines, and soft breaklines. This product is available from AltaLIS Ltd. under the Province of Alberta’s ‘Open Government Licence’.

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Property - Municipal Boundaries

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The distribution of Property - Municipal Boundaries data to the public is provided by AltaLIS Ltd., distributing agent for the Alberta Data Partnerships Ltd. (ADP), formerly Spatial Data Warehouse... More ≫

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The distribution of Property - Municipal Boundaries data to the public is provided by AltaLIS Ltd., distributing agent for the Alberta Data Partnerships Ltd. (ADP), formerly Spatial Data Warehouse Ltd. (SDW), on behalf of the Government of Alberta. The Property - Municipal Boundaries data includes a GIS-ready mapping database created by Alberta Environment and Parks and includes the following: Counties, MD’s, Special Areas, Improvement Districts, Cities, Towns, Villages, Summer Villages and Hamlets. This product is available from AltaLIS Ltd. under the Province of Alberta’s ‘Open Government Licence’.

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Property - Alberta Township System (ATS)

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The distribution of Property - Alberta Township System (ATS) data to the public is provided by AltaLIS Ltd., distributing agent for the Alberta Data Partnerships Ltd. (ADP), formerly Spatial Data... More ≫

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The distribution of Property - Alberta Township System (ATS) data to the public is provided by AltaLIS Ltd., distributing agent for the Alberta Data Partnerships Ltd. (ADP), formerly Spatial Data Warehouse Ltd. (SDW), on behalf of the Government of Alberta. The Property - Alberta Township System (ATS) data includes a GIS-ready mapping database created by Alberta Environment and Parks and includes the following: Provincial coverage of legal sub division (LSD), quarter section, section, each with statutory road allowances, and township polygons, derived from ATS V4.1 coordinates. This product is available from AltaLIS Ltd. under the Province of Alberta’s ‘Open Government Licence’.

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Base - Small Scale Topographic

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The distribution of Base - Small Scale Topographic data to the public is provided by AltaLIS Ltd., distributing agent for the Alberta Data Partnerships Ltd. (ADP), formerly Spatial Data Warehouse... More ≫

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The distribution of Base - Small Scale Topographic data to the public is provided by AltaLIS Ltd., distributing agent for the Alberta Data Partnerships Ltd. (ADP), formerly Spatial Data Warehouse Ltd. (SDW), on behalf of the Government of Alberta. The Base - Small Scale Topographic data includes a vector mapping database created by Alberta Environment and Parks and includes the following: 1:250 000 Base, 1:1 000 000 Base and 1:2 000 000 Base.

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Alberta topography

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This resource presents a detailed topographic map of Alberta derived from a digital elevation model (DEM), which visualizes the province's surface features through a hillshade technique. It... More ≫

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This resource presents a detailed topographic map of Alberta derived from a digital elevation model (DEM), which visualizes the province's surface features through a hillshade technique. It explains the geological evolution of Alberta's landscape, including the formation of the Rocky Mountains, the impact of glacial ice sheets, and the development of major river systems and drainage basins. The document outlines how the province's rivers drain into the Arctic Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, or the Gulf of Mexico, illustrating the science of hydrology and the significance of drainage basins. It also discusses the exaggeration of vertical features in cross-sections, providing insights into the visual representation of topography.

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Standards for the classification of land for irrigation in the province of Alberta (as per Section 94 of the Irrigation Districts Act and Section 4 of the Irrigation General Regulation) : adopted by Irrigation Council on September 8, 1999

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This document outlined the official standards for classifying land for irrigation in Alberta, as mandated by Section 94 of the Irrigation Districts Act and Section 4 of the Irrigation General... More ≫

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This document outlined the official standards for classifying land for irrigation in Alberta, as mandated by Section 94 of the Irrigation Districts Act and Section 4 of the Irrigation General Regulation. It detailed criteria for evaluating soil and topography, including soil texture, salinity, sodicity, drainage, and slope. The classification system defined seven land classes, from excellent to nonirrigable, and provided procedures for land assessment, reclamation, and mapping. It also introduced a high-intensity Level II investigation protocol for accurate land evaluation.

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Alberta landforms : quantitative morphometric descriptions and classification of typical Alberta landforms

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This technical bulletin presents quantitative morphological descriptions and landform classifications for typical glaciated landforms in western Canada and documents the methods used to produce... More ≫

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This technical bulletin presents quantitative morphological descriptions and landform classifications for typical glaciated landforms in western Canada and documents the methods used to produce the descriptions. This quantitative data provides necessary input for deterministic landscape related models and thus extend the utility of the soil survey databases in Alberta.

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Soils of the Gleichen area, 82I-SW

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The report presents an overview of the physiography, climate, ecology, general soil patterns, and selected agricultural interpretations for the Gleichen SW map sheet. The accompanying soil map... More ≫

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The report presents an overview of the physiography, climate, ecology, general soil patterns, and selected agricultural interpretations for the Gleichen SW map sheet. The accompanying soil map displays patterns of soils at a moderate level of detail. The soils were distinguished by patterns that relate to other landscape features such as landform and slope. Soil and terrain characteristics were interpreted for three agricultural applications: production of spring-seeded small grains, irrigation, and range productivity. The generalized ratings or capability classes are intended as guidelines for land use planners and managers. Agricultural land use, land suitability for production, and land management are briefly discussed.

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Soils of the Gleichen area, 82I-SE

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The report presents an overview of the physiography, climate, ecology, general soil patterns, and selected agricultural interpretations for the Gleichen SE map sheet. The accompanying soil map... More ≫

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The report presents an overview of the physiography, climate, ecology, general soil patterns, and selected agricultural interpretations for the Gleichen SE map sheet. The accompanying soil map displays patterns of soils at a moderate level of detail. The soils were distinguished by patterns that relate to other landscape features such as landform and slope. Soil and terrain characteristics were interpreted for three agricultural applications: production of spring-seeded small grains, irrigation, and range productivity. The generalized ratings or capability classes are intended as guidelines for land use planners and managers. Agricultural land use, land suitability for production, and land management are briefly discussed.

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