Geographic Information System (GIS)

GIS in Watertown

A Geographic Information System (GIS) is a computer resource that makes map creation and information retrieval efficient and easy. The City of Watertown uses GIS to create, maintain, and analyze spatial data. GIS has become an important component for projects throughout the community. Some examples of Watertown's GIS data include zoning, roads, buildings, tax parcels, water and sewer, and aerial photography.

Online Maps

The City has an Internet-based mapping interface for accessing GIS data. The MapsOnline map application allows anyone to access GIS data, create custom maps for areas of interest, and look up information like tax parcel data. The online map can be used to search for specific areas of the city and can also be used to look at specific layers of data within these zoomed-in areas. The application is designed for creating custom maps which can then be downloaded (to PDF) or printed directly from the web application.

Static Maps

The City has also developed maps for print and download. Specific mapping projects may have evolved from requests by City Departments or may have evolved from resident requests for specific information not available on the web. These maps provide specific information in a printable form.

Maps Available for Viewing & Download

Map NameDescriptionUpdate/Amended
Public MapsOnline ViewerOnline custom mapping with tax parcel, zoning, aerial, road, and other data by MapGeo.Continual
Watertown Public ArcGIS Online
Public-facing interactive mapping applications, maps, and features made using ArcGIS online
Continual
Historic MapsLink to Watertown Library online collection of Historic MapsAs needed
Zoning (PDF)Zoning and overlay districts with streets (11 inches by 17 inches)July 8, 2008/June 7, 2011
Voting Precincts 2010 (PDF)Precinct map showing City Council Districts (11 inches by 17 inches)November 16, 2011
Voting Precincts 2021 (PDF)
Precinct map showing City Council Districts (11 inches by 17 inches)
May 4, 2022
Streets (PDF)Street Index Map with building footprints2017

Disclaimer

These resources are compiled from various source data and are for reference purposes only and are not to be construed as legal documents or survey instruments. Any reliance on the information contained herein is at the user's own risk. The City of Watertown assumes no responsibility for any use of the information contained herein or any loss resulting therefrom.