Rename a Geographical Feature

The U.S. Board on Geographic Names is a Federal body created in 1890 and established in its present form by Public Law in 1947 to maintain uniform geographic name usage throughout the Federal Government. It serves the Federal Government and the public as a central authority to which name problems, name inquiries, name changes, and new name proposals can be directed. Any person or organization, public or private, may make inquiries or request the Board to render formal decisions on proposed new names, proposed name changes, or names that are in conflict. This includes schools, bridges, dams and other man-made features but does not include street names. To request the naming or renaming of geographic features within the U.S., simply fill out the form. For proposed naming of Antarctic features, fill out this form. The naming of undersea features may be proposed by applying to the Advisory Committee on Undersea Features. (Form at bottom of page.)