Accessibility Statement

The West Virginia GIS Technical Center is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to guarantee that our public gateway to online mapping resources is inclusive and functional for all users.

Conformance Status

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) define requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. MapWV.gov strives to conform to WCAG 2.1 level AA standards. We are actively working to ensure that our website interface, navigation, and downloadable static resources are accessible to screen readers, keyboard-only users, and those utilizing assistive technologies.

Interactive Web Maps & GIS Limitations

MapWV.gov provides access to a wealth of high-quality geographic data and interactive web mapping applications. Due to the inherent visual and spatial nature of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), some interactive mapping tools may present usability challenges for individuals relying on screen readers or keyboard navigation.

While we work to implement the latest accessibility features within our mapping frameworks, users may encounter limitations when interacting directly with spatial map canvases. If you find an interactive map inaccessible, we are fully committed to providing the underlying data or information in an alternative format upon request.