Feature Codes

All places in the Places API are categorized into one out of 9 feature classes (represented by letters) and further subcategorized into one out of 684 feature codes.

H: Stream, lake, ...
Code Short Description Full Description
FLLS Waterfall(s) A perpendicular or very steep descent of the water of a stream
FLLSX Section of waterfall(s)
FLTM Mud flat(s) A relatively level area of mud either between high and low tide lines, or subject to flooding
FLTT Tidal flat(s) A large flat area of mud or sand attached to the shore and alternately covered and uncovered by the tide
GLCR Glacier(s) A mass of ice, usually at high latitudes or high elevations, with sufficient thickness to flow away from the source area in lobes, tongues, or masses
GULF Gulf A large recess in the coastline, larger than a bay
GYSR Geyser A type of hot spring with intermittent eruptions of jets of hot water and steam
HBR Harbor(s) A haven or space of deep water so sheltered by the adjacent land as to afford a safe anchorage for ships
HBRX Section of harbor
INLT Inlet A narrow waterway extending into the land, or connecting a bay or lagoon with a larger body of water
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