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What Is A “Contour”?

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What Is A “Contour”?

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A contour is a set of elevation lines. Elevation is the distance, in feet, above sea level. Lines are positioned every 2 feet in elevation. Flat areas have very few lines spread far apart. Areas with radical shifts in terrain have many lines grouped close together.