Github: https://github.com/emmaemoffat/Rest_Stops_Web_Map/tree/main
Webpage: https://emmaemoffat.github.io/Rest_Stops_Web_Map/index.html
Group project created by: Carston Buehler, Emma Moffat, Easton Moore, and Amanda Thomas
Overview
The Texas Safety Rest Areas Map is a web mapping tool designed to help travelers locate safety rest areas across Texas. These rest areas provide clean facilities, 24/7 restrooms, drinking water, picnic tables, and overnight parking. Some newer rest areas also feature interactive displays, playgrounds, and gardens.Â
Features
Main: Access the main map interface.
Notable Stops: View notable stops and amenities.
About Us: Learn more about the project and its creators.
Resources: Find additional resources and information.
Usage
Query Selecting Rest Area Features
Select Features and/or Rest Area Type: Choose the desired features or types of rest areas from the dropdown menu.
Run Query: Click this button to execute the query based on your selections.
Clear Query: Click this button to clear your current selections and start a new query.
Buffer Calculator
Enable Buffer Calculator: Select this option to enable the buffer calculator.
Select a Radius: Choose a radius from the dropdown menu (ranging from 5 miles to 400 miles).
Click on the Map: Click on the map to apply the buffer and see the area covered.
Distance Calculator
Enable Distance Calculator: Select this option to enable the distance calculator.
Click Two Points on the Map: Click two points on the map to calculate the distance between them.
Distance Display: The calculated distance will be displayed in the designated area.
See My Location
Location: Click this button to zoom to your location and view a 30-mile radius around your location.
Full Extent
Full Extent: Click this button to reset the map view to its full extent.
Map Scale
Map Scale: A variable map scale is visible and adjusted according to your zoom level.
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