When elevation data becomes art, the landscape takes on a new dimension. Our 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) provides high-resolution elevation data that captures the three-dimensional structure of Earth’s surface. These data help scientists, resource managers, planners, and others analyze and understand the terrain across the United States. Through our 3DEP as Art series, we transform elevation datasets into visual representations that highlight the subtle variations in terrain, from ridges and valleys to slopes, peaks, and drainage patterns. The maps are created from bare-earth elevation data, which removes vegetation and human-made structures to reveal the underlying topography. The elevation data was scaled between the highest and lowest values in each state, and derived slope and hillshade information was added to create additional texture. Beyond their visual appeal, these data support applications ranging from topographic mapping and natural resource management to hazard assessme...