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Douglas County GIS also known as MAGIC (Multi-Agency Geographic Information Center), provides up-to-date mapping and analysis services for County departments to increase efficiency, improve accuracy, reduce redundancy, and provide an analytical tool for decision making. GIS also coordinates the exchange of data and services with other local, state and federal agencies as well as providing GIS services to the residents, businesses and visitors of Douglas County.
The term 'GIS' is an abbreviation for 'Geographic Information System'. A GIS is used to visualize and analyze geographic features and data related to them. This is accomplished using specialized computer software and data. The term GIS has become loosely used to encompass software, data, analysis, and maps related to computerized mapping and geographic analysis.
Douglas County data is mapped in a State Plane, NAD 83 projection. The data has a horizontal accuracy of 2-5 meters and is suitable for planning purposes but not design applications. The data contained herein has been compiled on a geographic information system for the use of Douglas County. The data does not represent survey delineation and should not be construed as a replacement for the authoritative source, plat maps, deeds, resurveys, etc. No liability is assumed by Douglas County or MAGIC as to the sufficiency or accuracy of the data.