Summary

GIS mapping is slowly becoming commonplace in irrigation districts as the need for more accurate and organized data becomes increasingly important.  ITRC commonly uses GIS as a tool in technical assistance packages for irrigation districts.  One of the challenges in developing a strategic irrigation district modernization plan is to organize spatial data in such a way that various options can be easily understood.  ITRC uses a combination of commercially available software with web-downloadable maps and photographs to organize and present the spatial information.  An example of information organization for a Rapid Appraisal Process (RAP) of Tulare Irrigation (TID) district is given.

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