Definitions

Maps may be:

• Interactive maps
  • EPA’s GeoPlatform: The standard way to create interactive maps for an EPA Web page.
    • Do not use Google maps or other commercial maps. (no licensing agreement to build new maps)
    • More information:
      EPA GeoResources page (map development) Intranet
      Web Style Guide (web page development)
  • Use of Leaflet
    • Leaflet is an open-source and lightweight JavaScript library for mobile friendly interactive maps. This library is aimed for simple and performance oriented usage. See the Leaflet JavaScript Library page for more information on usage and benefits.
• Static map image or image with clickable image map
  • Static map image that may link to other web content.
  • U.S. map of states or EPA regions will use the standard U.S. National Maps (formerly called ‘Where You Live’)
  • Clickable maps on Drupal-delivered pages must be responsive. Responsive image map

Content requirements

•  Maps will have:
  • A title, that includes the word “map”, located above the map in header tag <h2> – <h4>. 
  • The map itself
  • Caption text, if needed for clarity, clickable to additional information (preferred)
  • U.S. map of states or regions will use the standard U.S. National Maps (formerly called ‘Where You Live’)

Examples

• Style Guide: Maps
• EPA's GeoPlatform Intranet
• How to Build U.S National Maps (formerly called "Where You Live")

See Also

• May 15, 2012 Deputy Administrator Memo Announcing Availability of the EPA GeoPlatform Intranet
• Web Standard:  Header Tag

About this Standard

Effective date: 09/12/2012
Date Approved: 04/08/2015
Web Council review by: 05/01/2017 (or earlier if deemed necessary by the Web Council)