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Davie County has launched a new GIS mapping website that will replace the ROKmaps platform, which has been in use for several years.

The new site (which can be accessed at https://gis.daviecountync.gov/webgis), offers a features designed to enhance the user experience and provide access to more accurate and timely geographic data.

An improvement on the new platform is the availability of historical aerial imagery. The site provides access to high-resolution aerial image sets from 2004, 2007, 2010, 2014 and 2018, as well as the most up-to-date imagery as of 2022. While these images are sometimes referred to as “satellite photos” by popular mapping services like Google, the images on the Davie County GIS site are superior in resolution and are provided by the N.C. 911 Board. These high-quality images will allow users to see detailed views of the landscape over time, making it a tool for historical research and project planning.

The new platform also offers more frequently updated data. Where ROKmaps only refreshed data on a weekly basis, the new system incorporates updates in near real-time. This means that users will see changes in the county’s tax parcel mapping, addresses and streets as soon as new information is added.

The new GIS platform has a more intuitive interface, which has been designed for easier navigation. For those familiar with the ROKmaps system, the transition should be seamless.

For users new to the site or need additional assistance, county GIS officials have provided a help guide that will assis.  The guide offers step-by-step instructions for navigating the new system, accessing specific types of data, and utilizing the new features. The guide can be found on the new GIS site under the Help tab located in the top right corner.

The old ROKmaps site will remain available until Dec. 1. After this date, ROKmaps will be permanently taken offline.

Davie GIS recommends that users begin familiarizing themselves with the new site and update any bookmarks to the new URL.

For users who may need additional help beyond the resources provided, the Davie County GIS office is available to assist at 336-753-6048.