HI1258 survey data covers a 4 square kilometer area of Cockle Shoal, collected for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. The survey was conducted from May 31 to June 4, 2008, adhering to the IHO S44ed4 Order 1 hydrographic standard. Samples and geological data are curated by the British Geological Survey.
Use Cases
- Analyze bathymetric depth measurements for nautical charting and safe navigation in the Cockle Shoal area.
- Process survey data collected under the IHO S44ed4 Order 1 standard for hydrographic quality assurance.
- Integrate geological sample data with bathymetric records for seabed composition studies.
- Map the 4 square kilometer survey extent to support coastal zone management or marine spatial planning.
Strengths
- Survey conducted to the recognized IHO S44ed4 Order 1 hydrographic standard.
- Clear temporal coverage from May 31 to June 4, 2008.
- Defined spatial extent of 4 square kilometers for the Cockle Shoal area.
- Data managed by the authoritative British Geological Survey.
Limitations
- Specific data columns, row counts, and file formats are unknown.
- Data is from a single, short-duration survey in 2008 and may not reflect current conditions.
- Lack of sample data or column details prevents assessment of data structure and completeness.
Provenance
- Source
- British Geological Survey (BGS), holding data for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
- Collection Method
- Bathymetric survey conducted under the Civil Hydrography Programme (CHP), contract RRS (2006 LT).
- Time Range
- 31/05/2008 to —04/06/2008
- Freshness
- Metadata last updated March 2026, but underlying survey data is from 2008.
- Geography
- Cockle Shoal, area of 4 square kilometers.