Maritime and Coastguard Agency bathymetric survey HI1453 covers a 1145 square kilometer area in Lyme Bay. The survey was conducted by contractor MMT UK between November 2014 and March 2015, adhering to IHO S44ed5 Order 1a standards. Data samples and associated geological information are curated by the British Geological Survey.
Use Cases
- Analyze bathymetric depth data to model seafloor topography and identify underwater features within the 1145 sq km Lyme Bay area
- Assess survey data quality and adherence to IHO S44ed5 Order 1a standards for hydrographic charting applications
- Integrate geological sample data with bathymetric measurements for seabed composition studies in Lyme Bay
Strengths
- Survey conducted to IHO S44ed5 Order 1a, a recognized international hydrographic standard
- Covers a defined geographic area of 1145 square kilometers in Lyme Bay
- Data curated and held by the authoritative British Geological Survey
Limitations
- Specific data structure, column details, and sample size are unknown
- Data is from a single survey period in 2014-2015 and may not reflect current conditions
- Access to the full dataset and associated samples may require direct engagement with the holding institution
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 medium, by contractor MMT UK
- Time Range
- 01/11/2014 to 01/03/2015
- Freshness
- null
- Geography
- Lyme Bay, United Kingdom