Seismic-Reflection Surveys of Outer Cape Cod Nearshore

High-resolution seismic-reflection surveys map the stratigraphy of the nearshore areas from Chatham to Provincetown, Massachusetts. The U.S. Geological Survey Woods Hole Field Center conducted this investigation to correlate geologic units between the nearshore and onshore. The data defines the Quaternary geologic framework of outer Cape Cod.

Use Cases

• Correlating nearshore seismic-reflection profiles with onshore stratigraphic units to understand regional geology.
• Mapping subsurface stratigraphy layers identified in the seismic data to define the Quaternary framework.
• Analyzing seismic-reflection features to interpret the geologic history and depositional environments of outer Cape Cod.

Strengths

• Data collected by the authoritative U.S. Geological Survey Woods Hole Field Center.
• Surveys cover a significant nearshore area from Chatham to Provincetown, Massachusetts.
• High-resolution seismic-reflection methodology provides detailed subsurface imaging.

Limitations

• Specific row count, column details, and file formats are unknown.
• The temporal coverage and last update date of the dataset are not provided.
• Sample data and a direct data preview are unavailable for initial assessment.

Provenance

Source

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Woods Hole Field Center, in cooperation with the USGS Water Resources Division.

Collection Method

High-resolution seismic-reflection surveys conducted along nearshore areas.

Geography

Nearshore areas of outer Cape Cod, Massachusetts, from Chatham to Provincetown.