88 square kilometers of bathymetric survey data for the Thames Estuary and Dover Strait, collected by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency from July 22 to August 2, 2010. The dataset adheres to the IHO S44ed5 Order 1a hydrographic standard and is held by the British Geological Survey.
Use Cases
- Analyze seafloor depth and morphology across the 88 sq km survey area for nautical chart updates.
- Process bathymetric data collected under the IHO S44ed5 Order 1a standard for hydrographic quality assurance.
- Correlate geological sample data from the British Geological Survey with bathymetric survey results for the Thames Estuary region.
Strengths
- Survey covers a defined 88 square kilometer area in the Thames Estuary and Dover Strait.
- Data collection follows the established IHO S44ed5 Order 1a hydrographic standard.
- Temporal coverage is precisely documented from July 22 to August 2, 2010.
Limitations
- Sample data and specific column structure are unknown, limiting immediate analytical use.
- Data is from a single, short survey period in 2010 and may not reflect current seabed conditions.
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
- 22/07/2010 to 02/08/2010
- Freshness
- null
- Geography
- Thames Estuary and Dover Strait, United Kingdom.