Decision No. 11/2006/QD-BTNMT Issuing the symbols for topographic maps at scales of 1:250,000, 1:500,000, and 1:1,000,000

Decision No. 11/2006/QD-BTNMT of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment issuing the symbols for topographic maps at scales of 1:250,000, 1:500,000, and 1:1,000,000 to be uniformly applied throughout the country.

Document No.11/2006/QĐ-BTNMT
Document typeDecision
Issuing authorityMinistry of Agriculture and Environment
Signed byĐặng Hùng Võ — Thứ trưởng
Updated29/06/2026
Issued date22/08/2006
Effective date01/10/2006
Expiry date
StatusIn effect
✦ Smart summary

Decision No. 11/2006/QD-BTNMT of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment issuing the symbols for topographic maps at scales of 1:250,000, 1:500,000, and 1:1,000,000 to be uniformly applied throughout the country.

Key points

  • Heads of units under the Ministry, Directors of Provincial Departments of Natural Resources and Environment, relevant organizations, and individuals are responsible for implementing this Decision.
  • This Decision shall take effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive impact: Ensures uniformity in the use of topographic map symbols, enhancing the quality of geographic information.
  • Negative impact: No specific impact on citizens/businesses.

❓ Frequently asked questions

Who does this Decision apply to?

Heads of units under the Ministry, Directors of Provincial Departments of Natural Resources and Environment, relevant organizations, and individuals are responsible for implementing this Decision.

When does this Decision take effect?

This Decision shall take effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

How are the symbols for topographic maps applied?

The symbols for topographic maps at scales of 1:250,000, 1:500,000, and 1:1,000,000 are uniformly applied across the entire country.

Are there any specific requirements for units implementing this Decision?

Heads of units under the Ministry, Directors of Provincial Departments of Natural Resources and Environment, relevant organizations, and individuals are responsible for implementing this Decision.

For how long is this Decision effective?

This Decision takes effect from the date of publication in the Official Gazette and remains in force until replaced or revoked by another document.

Full text

MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT
ENVIRONMENT

SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM
Independence – Freedom – Happiness

Number: 11/2006/QD-BTNMT
Hanoi, August 22, 2006

Pursuant to …;
Issuing the topographic map symbols
at scales of 1:250,000, 1:500,000, and 1:1,000,000

______________________________

 MINISTER OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT

Pursuant to Decree No. 12/2002/NĐ-CP dated January 22, 2002 of the Government on surveying and mapping activities;

Pursuant to Decree No. 91/2002/ND-CP dated November 11, 2002 of the Government stipulating the functions, tasks, powers, and organizational structure of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment;

At the proposal of the Director of the Surveying and Mapping Department, the Head of the Legal Department,

 DECISION:

 Article 1. This Decision hereby promulgates the topographic map symbols at scales of 1:250,000, 1:500,000, and 1:1,000,000 to be uniformly applied throughout the country.

Article 2. This Decision shall take effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

Article 3. Heads of units under the Ministry, Directors of Provincial Departments of Natural Resources and Environment, and relevant organizations and individuals are responsible for implementing this Decision.

DEPUTY MINISTER
DEPUTY MINISTER
(Signed)
Dang Hung Vo
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