State Cartographer's Office

The State Cartographer's Office (SCO) at UW–Madison is a key institution for anyone seeking geospatial data specific to Wisconsin. This website functions as a centralized starting point, acknowledging the challenge of not having a unified statewide download site. It streamlines the process of finding commonly requested datasets by pointing to various local, state, and federal sources.

Users can explore crucial data categories such as aerial imagery, parcel data, and elevation/LiDAR data. The site also highlights the GeoData@Wisconsin Data Portal, serving as a direct gateway to a broader range of geospatial resources. This approach ensures comprehensive access to diverse data types relevant to the state.

Beyond data access, the SCO website offers valuable resources including information on maps, community initiatives, and learning materials covering topics like coordinate reference systems and land surveying. This comprehensive approach establishes the SCO as a robust hub for Wisconsin's geospatial community and data needs.