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The topography of the United States is characterized by diverse and dynamic landscapes that vary widely across the country. In the east, rolling hills and low mountains transition into the Appalachian Mountains, featuring peaks that generally reach around 6,000 feet (1,829 meters). Moving westward, the terrain shifts to the expansive Great Plains, which stretch for over 1,300 miles (2,092 meters) and are noted for their flatness, averaging around 1,000 feet (305 meters) in elevation​. The western region is dominated by the Rocky Mountains, where elevations soar, including Denali in Alaska, the highest point in North America at 20,310 feet (6,190 meters). This mountainous terrain gives way to varied landscapes such as plateaus and canyons, particularly in the Four Corners area​. Additionally, the Great Basin features an array of fault-block mountains and valleys that create a unique pattern of alternating high and low terrain, while the Pacific Northwest is marked by volcanic activity, leading to rugged, scenic vistas​. Overall, the U.S. showcases a rich tapestry of geological formations and elevations, reflecting its complex geological history and climatic conditions.

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Name: United States topographic map, elevation, terrain.

Location: United States (-14.76084 -180.00000 71.58895 180.00000)

Average elevation: 1,014 ft

Minimum elevation: -95 ft

Maximum elevation: 16,407 ft

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Average elevation: 965 ft

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Average elevation: 49 ft

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United States > California > San Diego County > Vista

Average elevation: 466 ft

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United States > Florida > Santa Rosa County > Milton > Milton

Average elevation: 69 ft

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Average elevation: 5,312 ft

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Average elevation: 896 ft

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United States > Colorado > El Paso County > Colorado Springs

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Average elevation: 7,080 ft

Naples

Italy > Campania > Napoli > Naples

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Average elevation: 190 ft

Old Hickory

United States > Tennessee > Davidson County > Nashville

Average elevation: 463 ft

Greer

United States > Arizona > Apache County

Average elevation: 8,757 ft

Gordonville

United States > Texas > Gordonville

Average elevation: 692 ft

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United States > Alaska > Skagway

Average elevation: 4,724 ft

Ramona

United States > California > San Diego County

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Average elevation: 1,539 ft

Lake Piru

United States > California > Ventura County

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Average elevation: 1,230 ft

Valle Crucis

United States > North Carolina > Watauga County

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Average elevation: 2,966 ft

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