EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GALAXY

EDCS Classification Code: 399

Definition:
A large aggregation of gas, dust, and typically billions of <STAR>s, held together by the gravitational attraction between its parts, while its rotational motion prevents it from collapsing on itself; a galaxy.

EDCS Group Labels: SPACE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GANTRY

EDCS Classification Code: 400

Definition:
A frame <STRUCTURE> raised on side supports to span over or around something; a gantry.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_INDUSTRY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AL080]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GASTROPOD

EDCS Classification Code: 401

Definition:
A <MOLLUSC> of the class Gastropoda, typically having a flattened ventral foot for locomotion and a univalve shell, and including snails, slugs, whelks, and limpets; a gastropod.

EDCS Group Labels: LIVING_ORGANISM

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "gastropod"]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GATE

EDCS Classification Code: 402

Definition:
A <BARRIER> that controls passage on a <TERRAIN_TRANSPORTATION_ROUTE>; a gate.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_TRNSP

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AP040]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GEOGRAPHIC_BASIN

EDCS Classification Code: 403

Definition:
The <TRACT> drained by a <RIVER> and its tributaries or which drains into a particular <LAKE> or <SEA>; a geographic basin.

EDCS Group Labels: ABSTRACT_CONCEPT, PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [S32, 404]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GEOGRAPHIC_INFORMATION

EDCS Classification Code: 404

Definition:
A <LOCATION> or <REGION> where geographic information or statistics may apply.

EDCS Group Labels: SURVEY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: ZD012]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GEOLOGIC_FAULT

EDCS Classification Code: 405

Definition:
A fracture in the <TERRAIN> with displacement on one side of the fracture relative to the other; a geologic fault.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: DB110]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GEOPHYSICAL_SURVEY_PATH

EDCS Classification Code: 406

Definition:
A path marked on the <TERRAIN> resulting from geophysical survey operations.

EDCS Group Labels: SURVEY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: FA090]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GEOPHYSICAL_SURVEY_POINT

EDCS Classification Code: 407

Definition:
A survey point <LOCATION> established for the collection of geophysical data.

EDCS Group Labels: SURVEY

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GEOTHERMAL_OBJECT

EDCS Classification Code: 408

Definition:
A localized <TERRAIN> <OBJECT> controlled by, or derived from, the heat of the planetary interior.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: DB115]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GLACIER

EDCS Classification Code: 409

Definition:
A large mass of land-based <SNOW> and <ICE> moving slowly down a slope or valley from above the snowline; a glacier.

EDCS Group Labels: ICE

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BJ030]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GLADE

EDCS Classification Code: 410

Definition:
A <TRACT> with few or no <TREE>s in the middle of a wooded <REGION>; a clearing or glade.

EDCS Group Labels: PLANT

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GOLF_COURSE

EDCS Classification Code: 411

Definition:
A <TRACT> laid out for playing the game of golf; a golf course.

EDCS Group Labels: RECREATION, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AK100]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GOLF_DRIVING_RANGE

EDCS Classification Code: 412

Definition:
A <TRACT> used for practicing golf shots; a golf driving range.

EDCS Group Labels: RECREATION, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AK101]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GORGE

EDCS Classification Code: 413

Definition:
A deep, narrow passage in the <TERRAIN> with steep rocky sides; a ravine or narrow <CANYON> not necessarily caused by erosion; a gorge.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [AHD]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GOVERNMENT_BUILDING

EDCS Classification Code: 414

Definition:
A <BUILDING> devoted to the act or process of administration of public policy in a political unit; a government building.

EDCS Group Labels: ADMINISTRATION, SHELTER

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GOVERNMENT_FACILITY

EDCS Classification Code: 415

Definition:
A <FACILITY> including one or more <GOVERNMENT_BUILDING>s; a government facility.

EDCS Group Labels: ADMINISTRATION, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GRADATION_WORKS

EDCS Classification Code: 416

Definition:
A <STRUCTURE> over which brine trickles and is concentrated through increased evaporation; a gradation works.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_INDUSTRY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AA060]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GRAIN_ELEVATOR

EDCS Classification Code: 417

Definition:
A tall <STRUCTURE>, or <SET> of <STRUCTURE>s, equipped for loading, unloading, processing, and/or storing grain; a grain elevator.

EDCS Group Labels: AGRICULTURE, SHELTER

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AM030]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GRAIN_STORAGE_STRUCTURE

EDCS Classification Code: 418

Definition:
An enclosed <CONTAINER>, used for storing grain or fodder; a grain bin or silo.

EDCS Group Labels: AGRICULTURE, SHELTER

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [S57A, Object: SILBUI]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GRANDSTAND

EDCS Classification Code: 419

Definition:
A <STRUCTURE> for special viewing of outdoor events and having tiers of seats or standing room for spectators; a grandstand.

EDCS Group Labels: RECREATION

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AK110]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GRASS_LAND

EDCS Classification Code: 420

Definition:
A <TRACT> covered by uncultured <VEGETATION> that has little or no woody tissue; a grassland.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY, PLANT

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: EB010]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GRAVE_MARKER

EDCS Classification Code: 421

Definition:
A <MARKER> indicating an individual gravesite; a grave marker.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AL090]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GREEN_SPACE

EDCS Classification Code: 422

Definition:
A maintained <REGION> of <VEGETATION>, which may also contain pathways, intended to improve the appearance of a <BUILT_UP_REGION>, while not being a <PARK>; green space.

EDCS Group Labels: RECREATION, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AK122]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GREENHOUSE

EDCS Classification Code: 423

Definition:
A <BUILDING>, primarily of glass, in which temperature and humidity can be controlled for the cultivation or protection of <VEGETATION>; a greenhouse.

EDCS Group Labels: AGRICULTURE, SHELTER

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GROIN

EDCS Classification Code: 424

Definition:
A <STRUCTURE> that normally projects outward from a <SHORE> and that protects a <BEACH> from erosion by disrupting the alongshore movement of <SAND> and other <SEDIMENT>s, not by preventing waves from reaching the <SHORE>; a groin.

EDCS Group Labels: HARBOUR_AND_PORT

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BB043]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GROUND_SURFACE_ELEMENT

EDCS Classification Code: 425

Definition:
A surface <SOIL> characteristic of the <TERRAIN>.

EDCS Group Labels: SURFACE_MATERIAL

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: DA010]

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GROUNDS

EDCS Classification Code: 426

Definition:
The <TRACT> associated with a <BUILDING>, or <SET> of <BUILDING>s; grounds.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GUARD_ROOM

EDCS Classification Code: 427

Definition:
A small enclosed <BUILDING> accommodating a guard; a guardroom.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT, SHELTER

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GUARD_TOWER

EDCS Classification Code: 428

Definition:
An elevated enclosed <BUILDING> including one or more <GUARD_ROOM>s; a guard tower.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT, SHELTER

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GUARDHOUSE

EDCS Classification Code: 429

Definition:
A <GUARD_ROOM> that may sometimes be used as a <JAIL>; a guardhouse.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT, SHELTER

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GUIDED_MISSILE_CRUISER

EDCS Classification Code: 430

Definition:
A <CRUISER> equipped with guided <MISSILE>s.

EDCS Group Labels: MILITARY_SCIENCE, VEHICLE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GUIDED_MISSILE_DESTROYER

EDCS Classification Code: 431

Definition:
A <DESTROYER> equipped with guided <MISSILE>s.

EDCS Group Labels: MILITARY_SCIENCE, VEHICLE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GUIDED_MISSILE_FRIGATE

EDCS Classification Code: 432

Definition:
A <FRIGATE> equipped with guided <MISSILE>s.

EDCS Group Labels: MILITARY_SCIENCE, VEHICLE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_GULLY

EDCS Classification Code: 433

Definition:
A long, narrow, deep erosion with steep banks; a gully.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: DB200]