at Washington State Department of Natural Resources
By Jeffrey Holden
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How do we get a large diverse organization to move to mobile GIS? How can we provide the tools to encourage the use of new technologies? I will talk about how we at Washington Department of Natural Resources are encouraging Mobile.
At Statehood Washington was given every 16th and 36th Section in a Township for schools. You can see the checker board pattern in the southeast Washington. Blocks around the National Forests were given to the State for the National Forest Lands.
Manage Forests for Schools• $300 million annually for schools
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We manage State Forest Lands for schools and raise 300 million dollars annually.
Regulate Forest Practices
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We regulate and monitor forest practices throughout the state. Culverts like this help salmon migrate up stream to spawn.
Manage State Aquatics Lands
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We regulate and manage state Aquatics lands that raise much of our shellfish.
Geology Survey
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We are the Geologic Survey for Washington State. For example we are using LiDAR to map potential landslides. This is Mount Rainier
Fight Wildfire in Washington
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We fight wildfires throughout Washington State. In the last few years there have been major Forest Fires.
Washington DNR Employees• 1,500 employees
• 900 ArcGIS users
• 500 mobile devices
• Many different teams each collects different data
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Washington Department of Natural Resources has about 1,500 employees, 900 licensed ArcGIS GIS users. 800 mobile devices Many different teams and each collects a different set of data.
For Navigation
• Garmin 60 CSx
• Custom Map Source base map
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For navigation we used Garmin 60CSx GPS devices. Every year we would use Garmin Map Source Creator to create a DNR custom base Map for the Garmin. We no longer can do this.
For Editing in the Field• ArcPad
• Trimble Nomad
• GPS devices Trimble Pro XT, and XH
• Antenna
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For gathering location data in the field we used ArcPad software running on Trimble Nomads, with Pro XT or Pro XH GPS receivers and a backpack antenna. This was a bulky but accurate system. But the Windows Mobile Operating System is no longer supported, and ArcPad will supported for only a few years more. We must adapt to new technology.
Steps to move to mobile1. Mobile GIS Strategy
2. Prove the new technology works
3. Justify the cost
4. Maps for navigation
5. Develop the editing work flow
6. Train and enable staff
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We need to move to new mobile devices like the iPads, and Androids but first we needed to: We needed to include Mobile GIS in the overall and DNR Information Technology We needed to prove the new technology works. We needed to justify the cost of purchasing the devices, and cost of ArcGIS Online and other licenses We needed to create new maps for navigation We needed to develop, adopt, and teach employees the new work flow. In the end mobile devices must become part of the new way of doing business.
Prove the technology works
• Capitol Forest.
• Northwest Temperate Rainforest
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We needed to prove the technology works. Capitol Forest has thick forest canopy of 200 foot tall 2nd growth Douglas Fir, and an understory of thick Western Hemlock. Typical northwest temperate rainforest, which has the highest biomass per area in the world.
Survey Points
1. Survey points know locations
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We started with a set of surveyed point locations.
Collect with GPS2. Collect GPS location with each
GPS device at each survey point
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For each of our devices, we took GPS readings while standing above each survey point. The survey point is the small pin with the orange flagging.
3. Repeat for many survey points
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We repeated this for as many survey points as we could.
GPS devices tested
Collector running on:
iPad
Android
Bluetooth receivers:
• Trimble R1 GNSS receiver
• Bad Elf Surveyor
• Garmin GLO
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We tested the Garmin GPS 60CSx, and the Trimble Pro XH, that we had been using. With Collector, we tested iPads and Androids with their integrated GPS. We tested Bluetooth GPS devices like the Trimble R1 GNNSS receiver Bad Elf Garmin GLO
Locate4. Compare the GPS
location at each survey point
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We used GPS to get a locations for each device.
Measure5. Measure
from survey point to GPS point
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Measured the distance gathered by the GPS devices to the survey points.
Samsung Galaxy Tablet
Item Cost Accuracy
Samsung GalaxyTablet
$149 20 feet
Total $149
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The Samsung Galaxy with integrated GPS averaged within 20 feet of survey points
iPad Mini
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The iPad with integrated GPS was within 30 feet, but worked more consistently.
Bluetooth Devices
Garmin GLO Bad Elf Surveyor
Trimble R1 GNSS Receiver
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Our survey showed, we could pay for accuracy with Bluetooth GPS devices.
Summary of Devices
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Results showed that the new devices were as accurate as our Garmin Accuracy increased with cost Garmin GLO Bad Elf Surveyor Trimble R1 GNSS Receiver most accurate and most expensive. Most employees at DNR use the integrated GPS with the Samsung Galaxy Tablet or iPad
Avenza
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We started with Avenza for Mobile Maps. We use ArcMap to make a Map Exported to a Georeferenced PDF PDFs are stored in Box storage in the Cloud. In the office with internet, PDF files are downloaded to the mobile device. Viewed as mobile map in the field. Made Quarter township PDF maps of the entire state of Washington In the field Location on the map shown. No attributes, and no editing. 800 licenses.
Collector
File Geodatabase
ArcGIS Online
Feature Service
ArcGIS Online Web Map for
Collector
Using ArcMap or ArcGIS Pro to publish a Feature
Service
Download local Area to Mobile Device
Sync changes
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Preparation First with use ArcMap, or ArcGIS Pro to create a File Geodatabase with feature classes, domains, and pick lists. We publish a feature service to ArcGIS Online In ArcGIS Online, we create a Web Map for Collector. Field Workers: Use Collector. In the Office, download working area. Gather locations in the field. Sync changes when back in the office, or internet is available.
Collector Groups
• Base Maps
• Feature Services
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We have created ArcGIS Online Groups specifically for Collector. They include Collector Base Maps Collector Services Online. Editable services.
Services
• Feature Services
• Updated weekly
• For offline
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The services are specifically for Collector, so they can be cached offline, for field use. Some of them will be updated weekly with a Python script.
A Web Map for Collector
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To create a Web Map for Collector for your team Add Custom DNR tile package to Mobile device Create a feature service for their team to edit. Add shared DNR Services from ArcGIS Online as background. Some updated weekly Soon we hope they will be able to add services from our Portal Edit in the field then Sync back to the editable service.
Survey 123Survey 123
Feature Service on ArcGIS
Online
Create Survey 123 Form
with Survey 123 Online or
Survey 123 Connect
Publish Survey 123 Form
Complete Form on Mobile Device
Sync changes
https://survey123.arcgis.com/
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Survey 123 Work flow Survey is created with Survey 123 Online, or Survey 123 Connect Survey published to ArcGIS Online Field Worker In the office, download the survey. In the field, they complete the survey. Back in the Office or with an internet connection, they sync form to the ArcGIS Online service
Collector and Survey 123 Collector Feature Service created Survey created Web Map in Collector with link to Survey 123 form. Users: Download Map Download Survey In the field. Click on a Link in Collector to get related Survey 123 Form Collect Survey in form Sync Survey 123 to on ArcGIS Online service.
Mobile Map PackagesMobile Map Package
on Portal or ArcGIS Online,
or a file
Create Mobile Map Package with ArcGIS
Pro
Upload to Portal or ArcGIS Online
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Mobile Map Packages Viewing Map and Attributes Create Mobile Map Package with ArcGIS Pro. It may contain Tile Packages Vector Tile Packages Feature Services Upload to Portal, ArcGIS Online, or save the file. User download to mobile device. They can view the map and attributes. Easily updated and downloaded.
Example Applications• DNR has many different teams
• GIS Analysts develop their Web Maps and editable layers
• Editors gather data with Collector and/or Survey 123
• Mobile GIS Committee recommends:
• Base maps
• DNR shared services
• Publishes services with regular updates
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The DNR has many different teams and each collects different sets of data. Team GIS Analysts Create their own editable feature services Prepare web map using their editable feature services and our DNR Common base maps. May also produce their own custom tile packages The Mobile GIS Committee recommends Common Base Maps Common Feature Services that Some services will be updated weekly Editors Take map offline Gather field locations Sync to their service
Aquatics Geoduck1. Dives route with Web
App Builder Application.
2. Inspection forms are completed with Survey123
3. Dashboard and report
4. About 20 users
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The DNR Aquatics Program has developed a Web Application Builder Application to track dive routes for 20 divers. Inspections are completed using Survey 123 Forms. A Dashboard in the Office provides data summaries and reports for management in the office.
Aquatics Derelict Vessels1. Derelict
vessels
2. Located by County Marine Sheriffs
3. Stored on our GIS Portal
4. Reviewed by DNR
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Derelict or abandoned vessels are a risk to public safety and healthy marine and fresh waters. DNR's Derelict Vessel Removal Program uses Collector to help County Marine Sheriffs identify and map abandoned vessels in Washington's waters. Since 2002, more than 580 abandoned or neglected vessels have been removed from Washington waterways. Thanks to a $4.5 million infusion from the Legislature for the 2013-15 biennium, DNR's Derelict Vessel Removal Program was able to remove several larger vessels that were threatening navigation and the environment. These large, abandoned hulks, including the Helena Star (costing $1.176,324 to remove), the Murph ($923,498), and the Golden West ($594,068). In total, over the course of the biennium, DNR worked with ports and local governments to remove 100 vessels.
Urban Forestry
• Puget Sound Corps Crews
• Track Planting, Pruning, invasive species removal
• Shared with Cities and Counties
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This was our first application with Collector, and the only one that I set up. We first tried with an Arc Pad, but found it much easier to use Collector. It took me less time to set up Collector for the first time, that could be used forever than each time I prepared data for ArcPad. Puget Sound Corps use Collector to locate their work planting and pruning trees, and removal of Himalayan Blackberry, English Ivy and other invasive species from the City and County Parks in western Washington. Counties and cities can see work done in ArcGIS Online. .
Land Owner Assistance Program1. Land Owner
Assistance
2. Thinning
3. Reduces forest fuels
4. Homes protected
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In eastern Washington where large forest fires have burned in recent years, the Land Owner Assistance Program uses Collector to map thinning projects designed to reduce fuels and protect homes.
Forest Resources
1. Measure timber volume
2. Plan the harvest
3. Plan regeneration
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Forest Resources Measures the volume and value of timber Plans the harvest Plans regeneration
Forest Resources
1. Map the location of Forest Inventory Plots in Collector
2. Link to Survey 123 Form
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They use Collector to locate the plots. Then they press a link to the Survey 123 form.
Forest Resources
3. Inventory with Survey 123
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3. They complete the plot inventory using Survey 123.
Geology1. Create tile
packages with LiDAR
2. Map past and potential landslide areas with Collector
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After the OSO landslide killed 43 people, in 2015, the DNR was given the responsibility to map potential Landslide areas to prevent more deaths. They create tile packages showing the LiDAR for areas with identified landslides. Collector is used on site by Geologists to map potential landslides.
Forest Practices1. Roads, culverts,
drainage, and road decommissioning
2. Link to Survey 123
3. Inspection with Survey 123
4. Custom tile packages
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Forest Practices uses Collector to identify roads, culverts and drainages for Road Maintenance and Abandonment Planning, and Survey 123 to do inspections. Ongoing inspections are required to ensure continued fish passable culverts and healthy waterways. Description A combination of Collector and Survey123 was utilized in the project for the RMAP Specialists. The Collector map-centric data provides the visualization and ability to see what other locations surrounded the area as well as visual geographic location through internal GPS on tablets. Once the location is selected a custom drop down allows to be sent to the form-centric Survey123 Inspection form. The inspection for allows for field collection of data through custom drop down menus, pick lists and comment blocks. This option also provides information in the form of text (that is pulled from the original data and is not editable). The other option through Collector is to collect a new location not previously collected. When the new point is added the user gets the full attribute list associated with the RMAP database. Each of the 6 regions (NE, NW, OLY, SE, SPS, PC) also has custom tile packages built for their region using DNR Base data.
Forest Practices Mobile Map Package
1. Download from Portal or ArcGIS Online
2. Viewing only
3. Attributes are available
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Forest Practices has also developed Mobile Map Packages. The Mobile Map Package contains all the data they need in the field including attributes of layers. It is for viewing only.
EngineeringBridge Inspections
1. Bridge location in Collector
2. Inspections completed with Survey 123
3. Updated in ArcGIS Online
4. Synced to Oracle Database nightly
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Bridge inspectors identify the bridge using collector. Inspections are completed with Survey 123. This is updated to ArcGIS Online A Python script on Appworks runs nighty to update the Oracle database.
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Mobile GIS
at Washington Department of Natural ResourcesBy Jeffrey Holden