FetchSRTM

The FetchSRTM tool finds and downloads SRTM and NED terrain data. The tools allows the user to batch download larger areas and saves and decompresses the data to a user defined location.

The tool can be downloaded at http://www.pathloss.net/fssetup.exe

You will require an Earthdata account to access the 1" SRTM data. You can register for an Earthdata account at https://urs.earthdata.nasa.gov/users/new

To use the tool:

• Click Set directory to set the location of the downloaded files.

• Enter the bounding coordinates of the area of interest. Be sure to use negative values in the western and southern hemispheres.

• Select the Data type you want to download. The USGS 1/3" NED files are large and can a long time to download

• Click Fetch to start the download.

• If you have selected 1" SRTM as the data type, you will be prompted to enter your Earthdata login credentials. A cookie will be stored and subsequent downloads will not require the login. The FetchSRTM tool does not store your Earthdata user name or password.

• The download will begin and download progress is displayed. Previously downloaded data will not be overwritten, these files are skipped.

• The files will be automatically unzipped and saved in the directory that was selected.