Western Eyre Marine Park Seabed Bathymetry Survey For Cable Route

April 2024 bathymetric data was collected by EGS surveyors aboard the RV Bold Explorer for the SSCN Subsea Cable Network route survey. The dataset covers seabed features and shallow geology within the Western Eyre Marine Park off Australia. It resulted from a specific survey segment involving multibeam echosounder and USBL calibration.

Use Cases

• Model seabed topography and identify potential hazards for subsea cable laying using bathymetry depth data.
• Analyze seabed feature types and shallow geological structures along the proposed survey route.
• Calibrate and validate sonar equipment performance by referencing the documented DGPS and gyro verification procedures.
• Map benthic habitats within the marine park by correlating bathymetric data with seabed feature classifications.

Strengths

• Data collected in April 2024 provides a recent snapshot of the seabed.
• Survey involved calibration of multiple systems including DGPS, gyros, MBES, and USBL.
• Focus on a specific marine park allows for detailed localized analysis.

Limitations

• Exact spatial extent, row count, and data resolution are unknown.
• Dataset explicitly states it is not for navigational purposes, limiting its utility for real-time maritime applications.
• Lack of provided columns or sample data obscures the specific features and structure available.

Provenance

Source

Australian Ocean Data Network, collected by EGS surveyors.

Collection Method

Acquired via multibeam echosounder and other hull-mounted/tow sensors from the RV Bold Explorer during a dedicated cable route survey.

Time Range

Survey conducted from April 17-20, 2024.

Freshness

Data was collected in April 2024 and the record was last updated in April 2026.

Geography

Western Eyre Marine Park, Australia.