854 square kilometers of seafloor depth data collected for the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency between April and July 2011. The survey was conducted by contractor NetSurvey to the IHO S44ed5 Order 1a standard, with samples and geological data archived by the British Geological Survey.
Use Cases
- Analyze seafloor depth variations across the 854 sq km survey area to map underwater topography.
- Assess bathymetric data quality and coverage against the IHO S44ed5 Order 1a standard specification.
- Integrate geological sample data with bathymetric readings for seabed composition studies.
Strengths
- Survey covers a defined area of 854 square kilometers.
- Data collection adheres to the international IHO S44ed5 Order 1a hydrographic standard.
- Specific temporal coverage from 07/04/2011 to 16/07/2011 is documented.
Limitations
- The dataset's internal structure, including column definitions and sample data, is unavailable for review.
- No information is provided on data resolution, point density, or potential gaps in coverage.
- The dataset is over a decade old and may not reflect current seabed conditions.
Provenance
- Source
- British Geological Survey (BGS), holding data for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Civil Hydrography Programme.
- Collection Method
- Bathymetric survey conducted by contractor NetSurvey under contract ETV for the 2010/11 financial year.
- Time Range
- 07/04/2011 to 16/07/2011
- Freshness
- null
- Geography
- Shiant Islands area, United Kingdom.