EDCS Reference Manual
EDCS Classification Dictionary - Concepts whose label begin with the letter L

EDCS Classification Label: LAGOON

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LAGOON

EDCS Classification Code: 513

Definition:
An enclosed <REGION> of salt or brackish <WATER> separated from a larger <WATER_BODY> by some more or less effective, but not complete, <BARRIER> such as low <SAND> bank; a lagoon.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [S32, 2627]


EDCS Classification Label: LAKE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LAKE

EDCS Classification Code: 514

Definition:
An <INLAND_WATER> without significant flow, surrounded by <LAND>; a lake.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [S32, 2629]


EDCS Classification Label: LAKE_CENTRELINE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LAKE_CENTRELINE

EDCS Classification Code: 515

Definition:
The <CENTRELINE> of a <LAKE> as it connects to related <RIVER>s.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LAND

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LAND

EDCS Classification Code: 516

Definition:
<TERRAIN> that is not permanently covered by <WATER>.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [APDS]


EDCS Classification Label: LAND_EASEMENT

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LAND_EASEMENT

EDCS Classification Code: 517

Definition:
A deeded <PARCEL> granting easement for a specific purpose, such as overhead power lines or garage access; an easement.

EDCS Group Labels: SURVEY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [APDS]


EDCS Classification Label: LAND_FLOODING_PERIODICALLY

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LAND_FLOODING_PERIODICALLY

EDCS Classification Code: 518

Definition:
A <REGION> of the <TERRAIN> periodically covered by floodwater, excluding tidal <WATER>s.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY, PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BH090]


EDCS Classification Label: LAND_WATER_BOUNDARY

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LAND_WATER_BOUNDARY

EDCS Classification Code: 519

Definition:
The <BOUNDARY> where <LAND> is in contact with a <WATER_BODY>(s).

EDCS Group Labels: DEMARCATION, LITTORAL

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BA010]


EDCS Classification Label: LANDFILL

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LANDFILL

EDCS Classification Code: 520

Definition:
A <SITE> used for solid waste disposal in which refuse is buried between layers of dirt to fill in or reclaim low-lying ground; a landfill.

EDCS Group Labels: INFRASTRUCTURE, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LANDING_CRAFT

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LANDING_CRAFT

EDCS Classification Code: 521

Definition:
A <VESSEL> designed to convey <PERSONNEL> and <EQUIPMENT> from ship to <SHORE> in landing operations: a landing craft.

EDCS Group Labels: MILITARY_SCIENCE, VEHICLE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LANDSLIDE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LANDSLIDE

EDCS Classification Code: 522

Definition:
A mass of <SOIL> or <ROCK> that has slipped down from a <MOUNTAIN> or <CLIFF>; a landslide.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: DB211]


EDCS Classification Label: LATERAL_BUOYAGE_DIRECTION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LATERAL_BUOYAGE_DIRECTION

EDCS Classification Code: 523

Definition:
A <LOCATION> where a <DIRECTION> is specified, defining a lateral buoyage <SYSTEM>.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROGRAPHIC_TRNSP, SURVEY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BC102]


EDCS Classification Label: LAUNCH_PAD

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LAUNCH_PAD

EDCS Classification Code: 524

Definition:
A designated <SITE> or <STRUCTURE> from which a rocket or <MISSILE> is launched; a launch pad.

EDCS Group Labels: AIR_TRNSP, MILITARY_SCIENCE

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: GB040]


EDCS Classification Label: LEDGE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LEDGE

EDCS Classification Code: 525

Definition:
A narrow, flat <SURFACE> or shelf, especially one that projects, as from a <CLIFF>; a ledge.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_FLOOR

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BD119]


EDCS Classification Label: LEGATION_BUILDING

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LEGATION_BUILDING

EDCS Classification Code: 526

Definition:
A <BUILDING> housing a diplomatic mission in a foreign country ranking below an embassy; a legation building.

EDCS Group Labels: ADMINISTRATION, SHELTER

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LIBRARY

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LIBRARY

EDCS Classification Code: 527

Definition:
A <BUILDING> in which literary and artistic materials, including books, periodicals, newspapers, pamphlets, prints, records, and tapes, are kept for reading, reference, or lending; a library.

EDCS Group Labels: SHELTER

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LICHEN

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LICHEN

EDCS Classification Code: 528

Definition:
A composite <LIVING_ORGANISM> formed by the association of <ALGA> with <FUNGUS>, and occurring as encrusting or branching friable growths on <SURFACE>s, to which they give a green, grey, or yellow colour; a lichen.

EDCS Group Labels: LIVING_ORGANISM

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "lichen"]


EDCS Classification Label: LIGHT

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LIGHT

EDCS Classification Code: 529

Definition:
An <OBJECT> that is a source of illumination visible to the human eye; a light.

EDCS Group Labels: LIGHTING_AND_VISIBILITY

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "light", 5]


EDCS Classification Label: LIGHT_INDUSTRIAL_FACILITY

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LIGHT_INDUSTRIAL_FACILITY

EDCS Classification Code: 530

Definition:
A <FACILITY> devoted to the manufacture of goods, including electronic <DEVICE>s or software, that generally require only limited <MATERIAL> and energy inputs; a light industrial facility.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_INDUSTRY, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LIGHT_SUPPORT_STRUCTURE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LIGHT_SUPPORT_STRUCTURE

EDCS Classification Code: 531

Definition:
A <STRUCTURE> serving as a support for one or more <LIGHT>s.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT, LIGHTING_AND_VISIBILITY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AL110]


EDCS Classification Label: LIGHT_WINGED_AIRCRAFT

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LIGHT_WINGED_AIRCRAFT

EDCS Classification Code: 532

Definition:
A winged <AIRCRAFT> with a maximum capacity of 10 persons; a light aircraft.

EDCS Group Labels: AIR_TRNSP, VEHICLE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LIGHTHOUSE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LIGHTHOUSE

EDCS Classification Code: 533

Definition:
A distinctive <STRUCTURE> exhibiting one or more <LIGHT>s designed to serve as an <AID_TO_NAVIGATION>; a lighthouse.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROGRAPHIC_TRNSP, LIGHTING_AND_VISIBILITY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BC050]


EDCS Classification Label: LIGHTING

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LIGHTING

EDCS Classification Code: 534

Definition:
A <SET> of <LIGHT>s providing illumination for a <REGION> or <OBJECT>; lighting.

EDCS Group Labels: LIGHTING_AND_VISIBILITY

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "lighting", 1]


EDCS Classification Label: LIGHTNING

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LIGHTNING

EDCS Classification Code: 535

Definition:
The sudden bright light produced by electric discharge between <CLOUD>s or between a <CLOUD> and a <SURFACE>, such as the <TERRAIN>.

EDCS Group Labels: ATMOSPHERE

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "thunderstorm"]


EDCS Classification Label: LIGHTSHIP

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LIGHTSHIP

EDCS Classification Code: 536

Definition:
A distinctively marked manned <VESSEL> anchored or moored at a defined <LOCATION> to serve as an <AID_TO_NAVIGATION>; a lightship.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROGRAPHIC_TRNSP, LIGHTING_AND_VISIBILITY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [S57A, Object: LITVES]


EDCS Classification Label: LINE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LINE

EDCS Classification Code: 537

Definition:
A curve connecting points having a common property; a line or a curve.

EDCS Group Labels: ABSTRACT_CONCEPT

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LIQUID_DIFFUSER

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LIQUID_DIFFUSER

EDCS Classification Code: 538

Definition:
<EQUIPMENT> located at or below <WATER> level, where liquids (e.g., cooling <WATER> or spillage) are spread out; a diffuser.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROGRAPHIC_ARTEFACT, HYDROGRAPHIC_INDUSTRY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [S57A, Object: DIFFUS]


EDCS Classification Label: LIVESTOCK_PEN

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LIVESTOCK_PEN

EDCS Classification Code: 539

Definition:
An enclosed <REGION> on the <TERRAIN> in which livestock are temporarily kept; a livestock pen, a feedlot or a stockyard.

EDCS Group Labels: AGRICULTURE, ANIMAL

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AJ030]


EDCS Classification Label: LIVING_ORGANISM

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LIVING_ORGANISM

EDCS Classification Code: 540

Definition:
A living thing; a living organism or life-form.

EDCS Group Labels: LIVING_ORGANISM

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "life-form"]


EDCS Classification Label: LOAD_CABLE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOAD_CABLE

EDCS Classification Code: 541

Definition:
A rope, fibre, or heavy gauge steel <WIRE>, or group of <WIRE>s, formed into one continuous strand, that is used for support, lifting, hauling, and other load-supporting functions; a cable.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT, HYDROGRAPHIC_ARTEFACT, HYDROGRAPHIC_TRNSP

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [APDS]


EDCS Classification Label: LOCAL_PARK

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOCAL_PARK

EDCS Classification Code: 542

Definition:
A <TRACT> set aside for public use, generally with few or no buildings and located within an urban region, which is maintained for recreational and ornamental purposes.

EDCS Group Labels: RECREATION, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LOCATION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOCATION

EDCS Classification Code: 543

Definition:
A spatial location.

EDCS Group Labels: ABSTRACT_CONCEPT

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LOCATION_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOCATION_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Code: 544

Definition:
A <PROPERTY_SET> describing the properties of a <LOCATION>.

EDCS Group Labels: ABSTRACT_CONCEPT

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LOCK_BASIN

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOCK_BASIN

EDCS Classification Code: 545

Definition:
The portion of a <HYDROGRAPHIC_LOCK> bounded by <GATE>s at each end; a lock basin.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROGRAPHIC_TRNSP

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BI031]


EDCS Classification Label: LOCOMOTIVE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOCOMOTIVE

EDCS Classification Code: 546

Definition:
A self-propelled <VEHICLE> that travels on a <RAILROAD_TRACK>; a locomotive.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_TRNSP, VEHICLE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LOG

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOG

EDCS Classification Code: 547

Definition:
An unhewn portion of a felled <TREE>; a log.

EDCS Group Labels: PLANT

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "log", 1.a]


EDCS Classification Label: LOG_BOOM

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOG_BOOM

EDCS Classification Code: 548

Definition:
A <WATER_BODY_BOOM> designed to keep <LOG>s ready for a <SAWMILL> from floating away; a log boom.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROGRAPHIC_ARTEFACT, HYDROGRAPHIC_TRNSP, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BD071]


EDCS Classification Label: LOG_RAMP

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOG_RAMP

EDCS Classification Code: 549

Definition:
An inclined plane used to dump <LOG>s into a <WATER_BODY> for transport, or to haul <LOG>s out of the <WATER_BODY> for processing.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT, HYDROGRAPHIC_TRNSP, LAND_INDUSTRY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BB221]


EDCS Classification Label: LOGGING_SITE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOGGING_SITE

EDCS Classification Code: 550

Definition:
A <TRACT> of <VEGETATION> that is being exploited for lumber resources.

EDCS Group Labels: PLANT, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: EE010]


EDCS Classification Label: LOW_CLOUD_CEILING_REGION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOW_CLOUD_CEILING_REGION

EDCS Classification Code: 551

Definition:
A <REGION> in which the <CLOUD> ceiling is less than 152,4 metres (500 feet) above the <TERRAIN>.

EDCS Group Labels: AIR_TRNSP, ATMOSPHERE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LOW_PRESSURE_CENTRE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOW_PRESSURE_CENTRE

EDCS Classification Code: 552

Definition:
The <LOCATION> of the centre of a low-pressure <REGION> of the <ATMOSPHERE>.

EDCS Group Labels: ATMOSPHERE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LOW_VISIBILITY_REGION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOW_VISIBILITY_REGION

EDCS Classification Code: 553

Definition:
A <REGION> of reduced visibility near a <PLANETARY_SURFACE>.

EDCS Group Labels: ATMOSPHERE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: LOW_WATER_LINE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_LOW_WATER_LINE

EDCS Classification Code: 554

Definition:
The intersection of the plane of low water with the <SHORE>; the <LINE> along a <COAST> or <BEACH>, to which the <SEA> recedes at low water; a low water line or drying line.

EDCS Group Labels: LITTORAL

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [S32, 2949]


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