Digital Coast - NOAA Coastal Services Center

In Action

Conveying the Visual Impacts of Small Docks and Piers in Massachusetts
CanVis was used to illustrate the visual impacts of docks and piers on ponds.

Revealing the Effects of High-Rise Condominiums on Water Views in Pennsylvania
CanVis was used to illustrate the visual impact of high-rise condominium developments on scenic water vistas.

Illustrating the Aesthetic Impacts of Offshore Wind Turbines in Lake Erie
CanVis was used to show stakeholders how offshore wind turbines would impact Lake Erie vistas.

Visualizing a New Public Recreation Area in South Carolina
Planning commissioners used CanVis to help visualize the benefits of a passive public park.

Illustrating an Improved Community Streetscape in Connecticut
CanVis enabled officials to picture proposed changes to downtown areas.

Picturing Living Shorelines in Maryland
CanVis was used to give residents a clearer picture of how living shorelines look and function.