Bathymetric survey HI1335 covers 133 square kilometers off the East Coast of Unst. The survey was conducted by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency from March 5 to April 22, 2010, adhering to IHO S44ed5 Order 1a standards. Data samples and associated geological information are curated by the British Geological Survey.
Use Cases
- Analyze bathymetric data to model seafloor topography and identify underwater hazards within the 133 sq km survey area.
- Process geological samples associated with the survey to characterize seabed composition and sediment types.
- Validate hydrographic survey methodologies by examining adherence to the specified IHO S44ed5 Order 1a standard.
Strengths
- Survey conducted over a defined 133 square kilometer area, providing spatial context.
- Data collection adheres to the international IHO S44ed5 Order 1a hydrographic standard.
- Specific temporal coverage from March 5 to April 22, 2010, is documented.
Limitations
- No column definitions, sample data, or row counts are provided, limiting analytical readiness.
- Data is from a single survey in 2010 and may not reflect current seabed conditions.
- The dataset's structure, file formats, and size are unknown, complicating integration.
Provenance
- Source
- British Geological Survey (BGS)
- Collection Method
- Bathymetric survey conducted under the Maritime and Coastguard Agency's Civil Hydrography Programme, contractor MMT.
- Time Range
- 05/03/2010 to 22/04/2010
- Freshness
- null
- Geography
- East Coast of Unst