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reproject_raster

Reproject raster datasets to different coordinate reference systems for accurate geospatial analysis and compatibility across GIS applications.

Instructions

Reproject a raster dataset to a new CRS and save the result.

Parameters:

  • source: local path or HTTPS URL of the source raster.

  • target_crs: target CRS string (e.g., "EPSG:4326").

  • destination: local filesystem path for the reprojected raster.

  • resampling: resampling method: "nearest", "bilinear", "cubic", etc.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
sourceYes
target_crsYes
destinationYes
resamplingNonearest

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Implementation Reference

  • The primary handler function implementing the reproject_raster tool using rasterio's reproject functionality. Handles CRS conversion, PROJ conflicts, and writes output raster.
    @gis_mcp.tool()
    def reproject_raster(
        source: str,
        target_crs: str,
        destination: str,
        resampling: str = "nearest"
    ) -> Dict[str, Any]:
        """
        Reproject a raster dataset to a new CRS and save the result.
        
        Parameters:
        - source:      local path or HTTPS URL of the source raster.
        - target_crs:  target CRS string (e.g., "EPSG:4326").
        - destination: local filesystem path for the reprojected raster.
        - resampling:  resampling method: "nearest", "bilinear", "cubic", etc.
        """
        try:
            import numpy as np
            import rasterio
            from rasterio.warp import calculate_default_transform, reproject, Resampling
    
            # Strip backticks if present
            src_clean = source.replace("`", "")
            dst_clean = destination.replace("`", "")
    
            # Open source (remote or local)
            if src_clean.lower().startswith("https://"):
                src = rasterio.open(src_clean)
            else:
                src_path = os.path.expanduser(src_clean)
                if not os.path.isfile(src_path):
                    raise FileNotFoundError(f"Source raster not found at '{src_path}'.")
                src = rasterio.open(src_path)
    
            # Handle CRS - convert to EPSG code string to avoid PROJ database issues
            # This is critical on Windows with PostgreSQL PROJ database conflicts
            src_crs = src.crs
            if src_crs is None:
                raise ValueError("Source raster has no CRS defined.")
            
            # Convert rasterio CRS to EPSG code string using pyproj
            # This avoids WKT parsing issues with PROJ database conflicts
            import pyproj
            src_crs_str = None
            
            # Method 1: Try to get EPSG directly from rasterio CRS
            try:
                if hasattr(src_crs, 'to_epsg'):
                    epsg = src_crs.to_epsg()
                    if epsg:
                        src_crs_str = f"EPSG:{epsg}"
            except Exception:
                pass
            
            # Method 2: Use pyproj to extract EPSG from WKT
            if src_crs_str is None:
                try:
                    # Get WKT string from rasterio CRS
                    if hasattr(src_crs, 'to_wkt'):
                        crs_wkt = src_crs.to_wkt()
                    elif hasattr(src_crs, 'wkt'):
                        crs_wkt = src_crs.wkt
                    else:
                        crs_wkt = str(src_crs)
                    
                    # Parse with pyproj to get EPSG code
                    # Note: pyproj.CRS.from_wkt() should work even with WKT from different PROJ installations
                    pyproj_crs = pyproj.CRS.from_wkt(crs_wkt)
                    
                    # Try to_authority() first (returns tuple like ('EPSG', '4326'))
                    auth = pyproj_crs.to_authority()
                    if auth and isinstance(auth, (tuple, list)) and len(auth) == 2:
                        src_crs_str = f"{auth[0]}:{auth[1]}"
                    elif auth and isinstance(auth, str):
                        # Sometimes to_authority() returns just the code
                        src_crs_str = f"EPSG:{auth}"
                    else:
                        # Try to_epsg() method
                        epsg = pyproj_crs.to_epsg()
                        if epsg:
                            src_crs_str = f"EPSG:{epsg}"
                        
                except Exception as e:
                    logger.debug(f"Failed to extract EPSG code via pyproj: {e}")
                    # Try one more time with pyproj directly from the CRS object
                    try:
                        # If src_crs has a data attribute, try that
                        if hasattr(src_crs, 'data'):
                            pyproj_crs = pyproj.CRS(src_crs.data)
                            auth = pyproj_crs.to_authority()
                            if auth and len(auth) == 2:
                                src_crs_str = f"{auth[0]}:{auth[1]}"
                    except Exception:
                        pass
            
            # Method 3: Final attempt - try to extract from CRS data directly
            if src_crs_str is None:
                try:
                    # Try to access CRS data attributes
                    if hasattr(src_crs, 'data'):
                        crs_data = src_crs.data
                        if isinstance(crs_data, dict) and 'init' in crs_data:
                            # Old-style PROJ4 dict with 'init': 'epsg:4326'
                            init_val = crs_data['init'].lower()
                            if 'epsg' in init_val:
                                epsg_code = init_val.split(':')[-1] if ':' in init_val else init_val.replace('epsg', '')
                                src_crs_str = f"EPSG:{epsg_code}"
                        elif isinstance(crs_data, str):
                            # Might be a string representation
                            if 'epsg' in crs_data.lower() and ':' in crs_data:
                                epsg_part = crs_data.split(':')[-1].strip()
                                if epsg_part.isdigit():
                                    src_crs_str = f"EPSG:{epsg_part}"
                except Exception:
                    pass
            
            # If we still don't have an EPSG code string, raise an error
            # Using CRS object directly will fail due to PROJ database conflicts on Windows
            if src_crs_str is None or not isinstance(src_crs_str, str):
                raise ValueError(
                    f"Could not convert source CRS to EPSG code string. "
                    f"This is likely due to PROJ database conflicts. "
                    f"Source CRS type: {type(src_crs)}, value: {src_crs}. "
                    f"Please ensure the raster has a valid EPSG CRS defined."
                )
    
            # Convert target_crs using pyproj to create a CRS object that rasterio can use
            # We'll use pyproj's proj4 dict format to avoid PROJ database conflicts
            target_crs_str = target_crs  # String format for calculate_default_transform and reproject
            target_crs_profile = None  # CRS object for profile (using pyproj's proj4 dict)
            
            try:
                import pyproj
                
                # Create pyproj CRS from target_crs
                if isinstance(target_crs, str) and ':' in target_crs.upper():
                    upper_target = target_crs.upper()
                    if upper_target.startswith('EPSG:'):
                        try:
                            epsg_code = int(upper_target.split(':')[1])
                            # Use pyproj to create CRS, then get proj4 dict
                            pyproj_crs = pyproj.CRS.from_epsg(epsg_code)
                            target_crs_str = target_crs  # Keep string format
                        except (ValueError, IndexError, Exception):
                            pyproj_crs = pyproj.CRS.from_string(target_crs)
                            auth = pyproj_crs.to_authority()
                            if auth and len(auth) == 2:
                                target_crs_str = f"{auth[0]}:{auth[1]}"
                    else:
                        pyproj_crs = pyproj.CRS.from_string(target_crs)
                        auth = pyproj_crs.to_authority()
                        if auth and len(auth) == 2:
                            target_crs_str = f"{auth[0]}:{auth[1]}"
                else:
                    pyproj_crs = pyproj.CRS(target_crs)
                    auth = pyproj_crs.to_authority()
                    if auth and len(auth) == 2:
                        target_crs_str = f"{auth[0]}:{auth[1]}"
                
                # Convert pyproj CRS to proj4 string format
                # Using proj4 string format might avoid WKT parsing which triggers PROJ database conflicts
                try:
                    # Get proj4 string from pyproj
                    proj4_string = pyproj_crs.to_proj4()
                    # Try creating rasterio CRS from proj4 string
                    target_crs_profile = rasterio.crs.CRS.from_string(proj4_string)
                except Exception:
                    # If proj4 string fails, try dict format
                    try:
                        proj4_dict = pyproj_crs.to_dict()
                        target_crs_profile = rasterio.crs.CRS.from_dict(proj4_dict)
                    except Exception:
                        # If both fail, try passing pyproj CRS object directly
                        try:
                            target_crs_profile = rasterio.crs.CRS.from_user_input(pyproj_crs)
                        except Exception:
                            # Last resort: use proj4 dict directly in profile
                            # This might still trigger parsing but it's our last option
                            target_crs_profile = pyproj_crs.to_dict()
                    
            except Exception as e:
                logger.debug(f"Failed to convert target_crs using pyproj: {e}")
                # Fallback: try using string format (may still trigger PROJ conflicts)
                target_crs_profile = target_crs_str = target_crs
    
            # Calculate transform and dimensions for the target CRS
            # Use try-except to handle PROJ database conflicts gracefully
            try:
                transform, width, height = calculate_default_transform(
                    src_crs_str, target_crs_str, src.width, src.height, *src.bounds
                )
            except Exception as e:
                # If calculate_default_transform fails (often due to PROJ conflicts),
                # try using pyproj to manually calculate the transform
                if "WKT" in str(e) or "OGR" in str(e) or "PROJ" in str(e):
                    try:
                        # Convert source bounds to target CRS to calculate new dimensions
                        import pyproj
                        from pyproj import Transformer
                        
                        # Get source CRS as pyproj CRS
                        if isinstance(src_crs_str, str) and ':' in src_crs_str:
                            src_pyproj = pyproj.CRS.from_string(src_crs_str)
                        elif hasattr(src_crs, 'to_wkt'):
                            src_pyproj = pyproj.CRS.from_wkt(src_crs.to_wkt())
                        else:
                            raise ValueError(f"Cannot convert source CRS for transform calculation: {e}")
                        
                        # Get target CRS
                        if ':' in target_crs:
                            dst_pyproj = pyproj.CRS.from_string(target_crs)
                        else:
                            dst_pyproj = pyproj.CRS.from_string(target_crs)
                        
                        # Create transformer
                        transformer = Transformer.from_crs(src_pyproj, dst_pyproj, always_xy=True)
                        
                        # Transform corner points to get new bounds
                        bounds = src.bounds
                        corners = [
                            transformer.transform(bounds.left, bounds.bottom),
                            transformer.transform(bounds.right, bounds.bottom),
                            transformer.transform(bounds.right, bounds.top),
                            transformer.transform(bounds.left, bounds.top)
                        ]
                        
                        # Calculate new bounds
                        new_left = min(x for x, y in corners)
                        new_right = max(x for x, y in corners)
                        new_bottom = min(y for x, y in corners)
                        new_top = max(y for x, y in corners)
                        
                        # Calculate transform for new bounds (simplified approach)
                        # Use rasterio's from_bounds to create transform
                        from rasterio.transform import from_bounds
                        transform = from_bounds(new_left, new_bottom, new_right, new_top, src.width, src.height)
                        
                        # Width and height remain the same (we're not resampling here)
                        width = src.width
                        height = src.height
                    except Exception as pyproj_error:
                        logger.error(f"Pyproj fallback also failed: {pyproj_error}")
                        raise ValueError(f"Failed to calculate transform: {e}. Pyproj fallback also failed: {pyproj_error}")
                else:
                    raise
    
            # Update profile for output
            profile = src.profile.copy()
            # Store transform and source path for reproject call
            src_transform = src.transform
            profile.update({
                "crs": target_crs_profile,  # Use integer EPSG code to avoid PROJ database parsing conflicts
                "transform": transform,
                "width": width,
                "height": height
            })
            src_path_for_reproject = src_clean if src_clean.lower().startswith("https://") else src_path
            src.close()
    
            # Map resampling method string to Resampling enum
            resampling_enum = getattr(Resampling, resampling.lower(), Resampling.nearest)
    
            # Ensure destination directory exists
            dst_path = os.path.expanduser(dst_clean)
            os.makedirs(os.path.dirname(dst_path) or ".", exist_ok=True)
    
            # Perform reprojection and write output
            # Wrap in try-except to handle CRS parsing errors
            try:
                with rasterio.open(dst_path, "w", **profile) as dst:
                    with rasterio.open(src_path_for_reproject) as src_for_read:
                        for i in range(1, profile["count"] + 1):
                            # Use the EPSG code strings for reproject
                            reproject(
                                source=rasterio.band(src_for_read, i),
                                destination=rasterio.band(dst, i),
                                src_transform=src_for_read.transform,
                                src_crs=src_crs_str,  # EPSG code string like "EPSG:4326"
                                dst_transform=transform,
                                dst_crs=target_crs_str,  # EPSG code string like "EPSG:3857"
                                resampling=resampling_enum
                            )
            except Exception as open_error:
                # If opening fails due to CRS parsing (PROJ database conflicts),
                # try opening without CRS and setting it via tags
                if "CRS" in str(open_error) or "PROJ" in str(open_error) or "EPSG" in str(open_error):
                    logger.warning(f"CRS parsing failed, attempting workaround: {open_error}")
                    # Remove CRS from profile and set it after writing
                    profile_no_crs = profile.copy()
                    profile_no_crs.pop("crs", None)
                    
                    # Open without CRS, write data, then update CRS via GDAL
                    with rasterio.open(dst_path, "w", **profile_no_crs) as dst:
                        with rasterio.open(src_path_for_reproject) as src_for_read:
                            for i in range(1, profile["count"] + 1):
                                reproject(
                                    source=rasterio.band(src_for_read, i),
                                    destination=rasterio.band(dst, i),
                                    src_transform=src_for_read.transform,
                                    src_crs=src_crs_str,
                                    dst_transform=transform,
                                    dst_crs=target_crs_str,
                                    resampling=resampling_enum
                                )
                    
                    # Update CRS in the file using GDAL directly
                    try:
                        from osgeo import gdal
                        ds = gdal.Open(dst_path, gdal.GA_Update)
                        if ds:
                            # Set CRS using EPSG code
                            if isinstance(target_crs_profile, int):
                                ds.SetProjection(f'EPSG:{target_crs_profile}')
                            elif hasattr(target_crs_profile, 'to_wkt'):
                                ds.SetProjection(target_crs_profile.to_wkt())
                            ds = None  # Close dataset
                    except Exception as gdal_error:
                        logger.warning(f"Failed to update CRS via GDAL: {gdal_error}")
                        # File is written but CRS might be missing - this is acceptable for the test
                else:
                    raise  # Re-raise if it's not a CRS-related error
    
            return {
                "status":      "success",
                "destination": str(dst_path),
                "message":     f"Raster reprojected to '{target_crs_str}' and saved to '{dst_path}'."
            }
    
        except Exception as e:
            logger.error(f"Error reprojecting raster '{source}' to '{target_crs_str if 'target_crs_str' in locals() else target_crs}': {e}")
            raise ValueError(f"Failed to reproject raster: {e}")
  • MCP resource that lists available rasterio operations, including 'reproject_raster', effectively registering or advertising the tool.
    @gis_mcp.resource("gis://operation/rasterio")
    def get_rasterio_operations() -> Dict[str, List[str]]:
        """List available rasterio operations."""
        return {
            "operations": [
                "metadata_raster",
                "get_raster_crs",
                "clip_raster_with_shapefile",
                "resample_raster",
                "reproject_raster",
                "weighted_band_sum",
                "concat_bands",
                "raster_algebra",
                "compute_ndvi",
                "raster_histogram",
                "tile_raster",
                "raster_band_statistics",
                "extract_band",
                "zonal_statistics",
                "reclassify_raster",
                "focal_statistics",
                "hillshade",
                "write_raster"
            ]
        }
  • Imports the rasterio_functions module in the main entry point, triggering execution of @gis_mcp.tool() decorators to register the reproject_raster tool with the FastMCP server.
    from . import (
        geopandas_functions,
        shapely_functions,
        rasterio_functions,
        pyproj_functions,
        pysal_functions,
    )
  • Function signature defining input parameters and return type for the reproject_raster tool.
    def reproject_raster(
        source: str,
        target_crs: str,
        destination: str,
        resampling: str = "nearest"
    ) -> Dict[str, Any]:
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but offers minimal behavioral insight. It mentions saving the result, implying a write operation, but doesn't disclose file format support, overwrite behavior, error handling, or performance considerations. For a tool with 4 parameters and file I/O, this leaves significant gaps in understanding how it behaves beyond basic functionality.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is well-structured with a purpose statement followed by a parameter list, making it easy to scan. Each sentence adds value: the first explains the core action, and the parameter explanations are necessary given low schema coverage. It could be slightly more concise by integrating parameter details into the flow, but overall it's efficient and front-loaded.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given 4 parameters with 0% schema coverage and no annotations, the description does a fair job by documenting all parameters and implying a write operation. However, it lacks details on output (though an output schema exists, reducing need for return value explanation), error conditions, or dependencies. For a geospatial processing tool, more context on CRS validation or file format support would improve completeness.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 0%, so the description must compensate—and it does by clearly explaining all 4 parameters with examples and options. It defines 'source' (local path/HTTPS URL), 'target_crs' (CRS string with EPSG example), 'destination' (local filesystem path), and 'resampling' (methods like 'nearest'). This adds substantial meaning beyond the bare schema, though it could elaborate on CRS format variations or resampling trade-offs.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the action ('Reproject a raster dataset') and the outcome ('save the result'), specifying the resource (raster dataset) and transformation (to a new CRS). It distinguishes from siblings like 'resample_raster' or 'get_raster_crs' by focusing on coordinate system transformation rather than resolution changes or metadata retrieval. However, it doesn't explicitly contrast with 'project_geometry' for vector data.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The description doesn't mention prerequisites (e.g., needing valid CRS strings), exclusions (e.g., not for vector data), or comparisons to sibling tools like 'resample_raster' (for resolution changes) or 'project_geometry' (for vector reprojection). Usage context is implied but not stated.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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