Maritime and Coastguard Agency bathymetric survey HI1202 covers a 221 square kilometer area in the Westray & Stronsay Firth. The survey was conducted from November to December 2006 by contractor MMT to IHO S44ed4 Order 1 standard, with samples and geological data held by the British Geological Survey.
Use Cases
- Analyze bathymetric data for nautical charting and navigation safety within the 221 sq km survey area.
- Process geological sample data associated with the survey for seabed composition studies.
- Validate survey methodology and depth measurements against the IHO S44ed4 Order 1 standard.
Strengths
- Survey conducted to the international IHO S44ed4 Order 1 hydrographic standard.
- Covers a defined geographic area of 221 square kilometers.
- Specific temporal coverage from 09/11/2006 to 28/12/2006.
Limitations
- Specific data columns, sample formats, and total record count are unknown.
- Data is from a single, focused 2006 campaign and may not reflect current seabed conditions.
- Access to the physical samples and full associated geological data may require direct engagement with BGS.
Provenance
- Source
- British Geological Survey (BGS)
- Collection Method
- Bathymetric survey conducted under the MCA Civil Hydrography Programme by contractor MMT.
- Time Range
- 09/11/2006 to 28/12/2006
- Freshness
- null
- Geography
- Westray & Stronsay Firth