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GEOGRAPHIC

INFORMATION

SYSTEMS

2 Leverage GIS to empower the

organization to make informed,

data-driven decisions.

Geographic Information Systems
(GIS) enable Augusta’s
departments to build databases
of geographically referenced
information and then analyze
that information. GIS tools are
much more than maps: they
provide rich data in real time,
enabling staff in the of ce or in
the eld to easily locate, monitor,
and update information about
key assets like roads, traf c
signals, re hydrants, sewer
systems and County buildings.

Augusta GIS staff also maintain
the Master Road & Addressing
Database (MRAD), which is the
authoritative source of address-
ing data for the entire County.
Keeping MRAD up-to-date and
integrated with other systems is
essential for smooth operations.

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