Volcanoes: Identification Information

Originator:

Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program

Date:

1995

Title:

Volcanoes of the World; Volcano Basic Data

Purpose:

Compile and classify the known "volcanoes" on Earth

Abstract:

This file contains basic geographic and geologic information for volcanoes thought to have been active in the last 10,000 years (Holocene). The data include a unique volcano number, volcano name, location, latitude and longitude, summit elevation, volcano type, status, and the time range of the last recorded eruption. More detailed descriptions of the data elements, plus more information on the volcanoes and their eruptions, can be found below and in "Volcanoes of the World" (Simkin and Siebert, 1994).

Access Constraints:

none

Use Constraints:

Several requests exist for users of this data file:
1) Please let us know of corrections or additions (with
references or reprints if possible) that will help us improve the data file.
2) Please acknowledge "Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program" as the data source in any disseminated use of the data file.
3) We would appreciate a copy of whatever published work results from your use of the data.

Ordering Instructions:

available online (see online linkage below)

Contact Address:

Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program

City:

Washington

State or Province:

DC

Postal Code:

20560-0119

Country:

USA

Online Linkage:

http://www.volcano.si.edu/

Entity and Attribute Information
(table heading explanations)

Shape:

ArcView file type

Number:

Unique identification number based on the scheme

Name:

Name given to volcano

Location:

Geographic and/or political area

Lat:

Latitude given in decimal degrees

Lon:

Longitude given in decimal degrees

Elev:

Summit elevation in meters

Type:

Volcano morphology

Status:

Type of evidence for Holocene activity

Time_frame:

Code indicating whether dated eruptions have been recorded, and the time
period of the volcano's last known eruption