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Bug

The Viewshed tool does not adhere to the parameters for RADIUS1 and RADIUS2.

Last Published: July 2, 2020 ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000131489
SubmittedJune 9, 2020
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found2.5.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
StatusKnown Limit

Additional Information

RADIUS2 computed by the Viewshed tool is an Euclidean distance which is slightly off from the distance following the ellipsoid due to projection. The Viewshed 2 tool calculates the RADIUS2 distance as a geodesic distance which is a true distance following the ellipsoid.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000131489

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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