828 square kilometers of bathymetric survey data for the approaches to Torbay, collected from December 2012 to February 2013. The survey was conducted by NetSurvey for the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency and is held by the British Geological Survey, meeting IHO S-44 Edition 5 Order 1a standards.
Use Cases
- Model seafloor topography and identify navigational hazards using bathymetric depth data for the 828 sq km survey area.
- Analyze sediment distribution and geological features from associated geological samples and data.
- Assess survey coverage and data density for quality control against the IHO S-44 Order 1a standard.
- Integrate bathymetric data with other marine charts for the Torbay region to update nautical information.
Strengths
- Survey covers a defined 828 square kilometer area.
- Data collection adheres to the IHO S-44 Edition 5 Order 1a hydrographic standard.
- Specific temporal coverage from 08/12/2012 to 17/02/2013 provides a clear snapshot.
Limitations
- Sample data and column structure are unavailable, limiting immediate understanding of data granularity.
- The dataset's age may not reflect current seafloor conditions due to sedimentation or erosion.
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 by contractor NetSurvey.
- Time Range
- 08/12/2012 to 17/02/2013
- Freshness
- null
- Geography
- Approaches to Torbay, UK.