Jersey City topographic map
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Jersey City
Jersey City has a varied topography shaped by its coastal and urban setting along the lower Hudson River. This area, largely at low elevation, sits mostly around 20 feet above sea level, with extensive flatlands near the riverbanks but modest rises inland, leading to subtle hills within the city's dense urban grid. Bordering the Hudson River on its east side, Jersey City's terrain includes a combination of reclaimed waterfront and natural lowlands, resulting in areas prone to flooding, especially during high tides and storms. The city's western areas slope gently upward toward the Palisades, a line of steep cliffs formed by ancient geological activity. This elevated area provides slight relief from the otherwise level surroundings, offering views across the river toward Manhattan and accommodating residential neighborhoods nestled on its slopes. Hudson County’s compact size and dense development contribute to an urban "heat island" effect, where the city’s hard surfaces retain more heat than surrounding suburban or rural regions, impacting local weather and air quality. These topographical elements reflect Jersey City’s mix of natural and human-made landscapes, as well as its strong coastal influence and vulnerability to coastal weather impacts.
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Name: Jersey City topographic map, elevation, terrain.
Location: Jersey City, Hudson County, New Jersey, United States (40.66162 -74.11669 40.76894 -74.02064)
Average elevation: 30 ft
Minimum elevation: -26 ft
Maximum elevation: 262 ft
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