The total area visible from a point (or series of points along a linear transportation facility) Viewshed is typically evaluated both from the roadway and conversely of the roadway as viewed from the adjacent area
Subunits of the landscape where the scene is contained by topography similar to a watershed
a physiographic area composed of land, water, biotic, and cultural elements which may be viewed and mapped from one or more viewpoints and which has inherent scenic qualities and/or aesthetic values as determined by those who view it