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Below are some approved mapping sources:
See '''[[{{BasePage2}}/Resources]]''' for guidance in '''{{RootPage2}}''' that may not be universal to all other states.


*[http://www.pagis.org/index.php/online-mapping/ Little Rock / Pulaski Area GIS (PAGIS)] - Detailed maps (with overhead imagery, if desired) of Little Rock and some surrounding towns
==== Tools and Scripts ====
Waze editors have created useful editing tools and utilities to aid in the map editing process. For a complete listing and discussion of these tools go to the [[Community_Plugins,_Extensions_and_Tools|Community Plugins, Extensions and Tools Wiki]].


*[http://www.geostor.arkansas.gov/ Arkansas GIS Office] - Arkansas' Official GIS Platform
'''Tools that are especially useful are:'''
* WME Toolbox
* WME Validator
* WME Junction Angle Info


* [http://www.arcgis.com/home/webmap/viewer.html?useExisting=1 ArcGIS State Map (Selectable Basemaps)] - ArcGIS map with 12 selectable basemaps including Traffic and Imagery.
==== Update Requests (URs) ====


* [http://gis.arkansas.gov/arcgis/rest/services/FEATURESERVICES/Transportation/MapServer/8 Functional Classification Layer for ArcGIS] - Add to ArcGIS Basemap linked above by clicking "Modify Map" in upper right corner of ArcGIS map, clicking on "Add" in upper left corner, then selecting "Add Layer From Web", then entering this URL.
This is a collection of [[User:DwarfLord/UR|'''boilerplate responses''']] for a typical ''UPDATE REQUEST'' (UR) you will encounter on the map.  [[Update Requests in Waze Map Editor|'''UR posted in Waze Map Editor''']]. Editors are encouraged to read any Update Requests carefully, and examine any Waze-provided data. Then, tailor your responses appropriately.  If you insert boilerplate comments, modify if necessary to match the situation'''DO NOT CLOSE USER REQUESTS without an informative and courteous reply.'''
 
*[http://www.arkansashighways.com/planning_research/mapping_graphics/city_maps.aspx City Maps] - Arkansas Highways City Maps
 
'''Functional Classification'''
 
The Arkansas Functional Class (FC) map is updated by the the Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD).  The AR Functional Class map follows the national FC categories; however, AHTD does not produce color-coded maps similar to some other statesInstead, AHTD creates and provides as an overlay layer to the ArcGIS map the FC categories using a numerical system. To determine a roads classification, one simply clicks on the road in question, which opens a pop-up window. This window includes a number of fields but for FC purposes, the two key fields are FUNCCLASS and RURALURBAN. The key / legend for these values is as follows:
 
* FUNCCLASS
 
1 - Interstates<br />
2 - Other Freeways & Expressways<br />
3 - Other Principal Arterials<br />
4 - Minor Arterials<br />
5 - Major Collectors<br />
6 - Minor Collectors<br />
 
* RURALURBAN
 
1 – Rural (population < 5,000)<br />
2 – Small Urban (population 5,000 to 49,999)<br />
3 – Urbanized (population 50,000 to 199,999)<br />
4 – Large Urbanized (population >= 200,000)<br />
 
The editor should check to see if a road is a [[wikipedia:controlled-access highway|Controlled-access highway]] to determine if it qualifies as a {{Freeway}}. 
 
Using the Functional Classification layer on the ArcGIS map and checking the qualifiers on the road, the Corresponding Waze Road Type is determined via the following two tables. For Arkansas, RURALURBAN value of 1 is considered Rural. Values of 2, 3 or 4 are considered Urban.  
 
=====Urban Functional Classification=====
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! AHTD Functional Class !! Qualifier !! Corresponding Waze Road Type
|-
| Urban Interstate || None || {{Freeway}}
|-
| Other Freeways and Expressways || [[wikipedia:controlled-access highway|Controlled-access highway]] || {{Freeway}}
|-
| Other Freeways and Expressways || Non-[[wikipedia:controlled-access highway|controlled-access highway]] || {{Major Highway}}
|-
| Urban Principal Arterial || None || {{Major Highway}}
|-
| Urban Minor Arterial || None || {{Minor Highway}}
|-
| Urban Collector || None || {{Primary Street}}
|}
 
=====Rural Functional Classification=====
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! AHTD Functional Class !! Qualifier !! Corresponding Waze Road Type
|-
| Rural Interstate || None || {{Freeway}}
|-
| Rural Principal Arterial || [[wikipedia:controlled-access highway|Controlled-access highway]] || {{Freeway}}
|-
| Rural Principal Arterial || [[wikipedia:Limited-access road|Partially-limited-access road]] || {{Major Highway}}
|-
| Rural Minor Arterial || None || {{Minor Highway}}
|-
| Rural Major Collector || None || {{Primary Street}}
|-
| Rural Minor Collector || None || {{Primary Street}}
|}
 
If a road is not shown on the Functional Classification layer, it is deemed as a Local Road with a Waze Road Type of {{Street}}.
 
Inconsistent switching between road types along a road is not wanted.  Consistency is key. Do not change a road type for routing sake or to make it appear on the map at a higher speed.
 
Sometimes strictly following these functional classification guidelines will generate inconsistent Waze road types at boundaries between urban and rural mapsIt is best to use the aerial maps and GPS data to find a logical location where a road should make the change in road type.  These types of changes are usually at intersections with other roads (primary street and above) and sometimes incorporate a change in lane count (2-lane road transitions to 4-lane road).  Prudent editor discretion is needed at these locations.


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Latest revision as of 00:32, 27 February 2017


See Arkansas/Resources for guidance in Arkansas that may not be universal to all other states.

Tools and Scripts

Waze editors have created useful editing tools and utilities to aid in the map editing process. For a complete listing and discussion of these tools go to the Community Plugins, Extensions and Tools Wiki.

Tools that are especially useful are:

  • WME Toolbox
  • WME Validator
  • WME Junction Angle Info

Update Requests (URs)

This is a collection of boilerplate responses for a typical UPDATE REQUEST (UR) you will encounter on the map. UR posted in Waze Map Editor. Editors are encouraged to read any Update Requests carefully, and examine any Waze-provided data. Then, tailor your responses appropriately. If you insert boilerplate comments, modify if necessary to match the situation. DO NOT CLOSE USER REQUESTS without an informative and courteous reply.