HI1484 survey contains bathymetric and geological data for the Dover Strait, collected from 08/08/2015 to 25/09/2015. The dataset covers seven distinct survey areas with defined extents, including GS2 Gull Stream Full Area (25 SqKm) and GS4 South Calliper (18 SqKm). It was conducted by contractor EGS for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency's Civil Hydrography Programme, adhering to the IHO S44ed5 Order 1a standard.
Use Cases
- Analyze bathymetric depth variations across the seven defined survey areas (e.g., GS1 South Sand Head, DWR C1 Tail of the Falls) for nautical chart updates.
- Model seafloor geology by correlating sample data with specific survey area extents provided in square kilometers.
- Assess survey coverage and data density for areas like GS2 Gull Stream Full Area (25 SqKm) to plan future hydrographic resurveys.
- Validate bathymetric data quality against the IHO S44ed5 Order 1a standard specified for the survey.
Strengths
- Survey conducted to the specific IHO S44ed5 Order 1a hydrographic standard.
- Dataset covers seven clearly defined geographic areas with precise extents provided in square kilometers.
- Temporal scope is precisely documented from 08 August to 25 September 2015.
Limitations
- Core data structure (rows, columns, sample data) is unavailable, preventing assessment of volume and granularity.
- Specific file formats and data size are unknown, which may complicate integration with analysis tools.
- Data is from a single survey in 2015 and may not reflect current seafloor conditions.
Provenance
- Source
- British Geological Survey (BGS), holding data for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
- Collection Method
- Bathymetric survey conducted by contractor EGS under the Civil Hydrography Programme (CHP).
- Time Range
- 08/08/2015 to 25/09/2015
- Freshness
- null
- Geography
- Dover Strait, covering seven specific areas including GS4 Goodwin Knoll and DWR C3 Tail of the Falls.