MNDNR Bluff Mapping ArcGIS Toolbox Tool

The DNR bluff mapping tool is intended to help local governments identify bluffs in the administration of shoreland and river-related ordinances that regulate placement of structures, vegetation management and land alteration activities in bluff areas. The tool is intended to show the general locations of bluffs. A field survey is necessary to specifically locate the toe and top of bluffs and bluff impact zones for building purposes.<br/> <br/>Technical Requirements<br/>The user will need the following to run this tool:<br/>System Requirements:<br/>- ArcGIS 10.x<br/>- Spatial Analyst<br/>Input Data Requirements:<br/>- LiDAR or similar data that can be used or converted into a DEM for elevation data (You can download 1-meter and 3-meter DEMs from MnTOPO: http://arcgis.dnr.state.mn.us/maps/mntopo )<br/><br/>For step-by-step instructions on how to use the tool, please view <a href='https://resources.gisdata.mn.gov/pub/gdrs/apps/pub/us_mn_state_dnr/bluff_mapping_tool/MN DNR Bluff Mapping Tool Guidance.pdf' target=_blank>MN DNR Bluff Mapping Tool Guidance.pdf</a><br/>