gov.noaa.ngdc:NOS_Hydrographic_Survey_Collection
series
NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
ncei.info@noaa.gov
https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/contact
NCEI Contact Information
Information for contacts at NCEI.
information
pointOfContact
2023-09-15
ISO 19115-2 Geographic Information - Metadata - Part 2: Extensions for Imagery and Gridded Data
ISO 19115-2:2009(E)
Through the collection reference systems have vaired with time and location. Please see survey level metadata for detailed information.
http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/metadata/published/xsd/schema/resources/extensions/MD_MetadataExtensionInformation.xml
xml
MD_MetadataExtensionInformation.xml
Metadata Extension Information
information
NOS Hydrographic Surveys Collection
National Geospatial Data Asset (NGDA) NOS Hydrographic Surveys
2012-03-02
creation
2023-09-15
revision
2012-03-02
publication
NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
NCEI Metadata ID: gov.noaa.ngdc:NOS_Hydrographic_Survey_Collection
NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
publisher
NOAA National Ocean Service
author
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has the statutory mandate to collect hydrographic data in support of nautical chart compilation for safe navigation and to provide background data for engineers, scientific, and other commercial and industrial activities. Hydrographic survey data primarily consist of water depths, but may also include features (e.g. rocks, wrecks), navigation aids, shoreline identification, and bottom type information. NOAA is responsible for archiving and distributing the source data as described in this metadata record. Survey types are B: Hydrographic EEZ Surveys; D: Discovery Surveys; H: Hydrographic Surveys; F: Field Edit Surveys; W: Non-NOS Hydrographic Surveys.
These hydrographic data are made available to the public for a wide variety of uses, such as sea-bottom characterization, habitat classification, coastal studies, boundary issues, and tsunami forecasting. These data are not intended to be used for navigation. Nautical charts produced and certified by NOAA should be used for navigation purposes.
onGoing
historicalArchive
NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
ncei.info@noaa.gov
https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/contact
NCEI Contact Information
Information for contacts at NCEI.
information
pointOfContact
NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
Bathymetric Data Acquisition Program Manager
(303) 497-6429
hydro.Info@noaa.gov
NGDC.Seafloor.data@noaa.gov
pointOfContact
https://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/mgg/image/nossmoothsheeticon.jpg
1950s smooth sheet
JPG
EARTH SCIENCE > Oceans > Bathymetry/Seafloor Topography > Bathymetry
EARTH SCIENCE > Oceans > Bathymetry/Seafloor Topography > Seafloor Topography
EARTH SCIENCE > Oceans > Bathymetry/Seafloor Topography > Water Depth
EARTH SCIENCE > Oceans > Marine Sediments > Sediment Composition
theme
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Science Keywords
2020-01-09
publication
9.1
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Earth Science Data and Information System
https://www.earthdata.nasa.gov/learn/find-data/idn/gcmd-keywords
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Keywords
The information provided on this page seeks to define how the GCMD Keywords are structured, used and accessed. It also provides information on how users can participate in the further development of the keywords.
information
custodian
Hydrographic Surveys for Selected Locations Within the United States
project
CONTINENT > NORTH AMERICA > UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
OCEAN
place
Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names
2011-04-11
revision
Getty Research Institute
1200 Getty Center Drive, Suite 1100
Los Angeles
California
90049-1688
United States
TGN@getty.edu
http://www.getty.edu/research/tools/vocabularies/tgn/index.html
Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names Online Page
This page provides an interface to search the Getty Thesaurus of Geographic Names.
information
custodian
In Situ/Laboratory Instruments > Profilers/Sounders > Acoustic Sounders > > MSBS > Multibeam Swath Bathymetry System
In Situ/Laboratory Instruments > Profilers/Sounders > Acoustic Sounders > > MBES > Multibeam Mapping System
In Situ/Laboratory Instruments > Profilers/Sounders > Acoustic Sounders > > SONAR > Sound Navigation and Ranging
In Situ/Laboratory Instruments > Profilers/Sounders > Acoustic Sounders
Earth Remote Sensing Instruments > Passive Remote Sensing > Positioning/Navigation > GPS > GPS RECEIVERS
Earth Remote Sensing Instruments > Passive Remote Sensing > Positioning/Navigation > GPS > GPS/IMU > Global Positioning System/Inertial Measurement Unit
instrument
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Instrument Keywords
2020-01-09
publication
9.1
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Earth Science Data and Information System
https://www.earthdata.nasa.gov/learn/find-data/idn/gcmd-keywords
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Keywords
The information provided on this page seeks to define how the GCMD Keywords are structured, used and accessed. It also provides information on how users can participate in the further development of the keywords.
information
custodian
NGDA
National Geospatial Data Asset
Elevation Theme
theme
NGDA Portfolio Themes
DOC/NOAA/NESDIS/NCEI > National Centers for Environmental Information, NESDIS, NOAA, U.S. Department of Commerce
DOC/NOAA/NESDIS/NGDC > National Geophysical Data Center, NESDIS, NOAA, U.S. Department of Commerce
dataCentre
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Data Center Keywords
2020-01-09
publication
9.1
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Earth Science Data and Information System
https://www.earthdata.nasa.gov/learn/find-data/idn/gcmd-keywords
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Keywords
The information provided on this page seeks to define how the GCMD Keywords are structured, used and accessed. It also provides information on how users can participate in the further development of the keywords.
information
custodian
NOAA OneStop Project
project
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Project Keywords
2020-01-09
publication
9.1
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Earth Science Data and Information System
https://www.earthdata.nasa.gov/learn/find-data/idn/gcmd-keywords
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Keywords
The information provided on this page seeks to define how the GCMD Keywords are structured, used and accessed. It also provides information on how users can participate in the further development of the keywords.
information
custodian
otherRestrictions
Distribution liability: NOAA and NCEI make no warranty, expressed or implied, regarding these data, nor does the fact of distribution constitute such a warranty. NOAA and NCEI cannot assume liability for any damages caused by any errors or omissions in these data. If appropriate, NCEI can only certify that the data it distributes are an authentic copy of the records that were accepted for inclusion in the NCEI archives.
otherRestrictions
Use liability: NOAA and NCEI cannot provide any warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of furnished data. Users assume responsibility to determine the usability of these data. The user is responsible for the results of any application of this data for other than its intended purpose.
These data are NOT to be used for navigation.
otherRestrictions
Cite as: NOAA National Ocean Service. 2012: NOS Hydrographic Surveys Collection. [indicate subset used]. NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information. Accessed [date].
Data Stewardship Maturity Report for Ocean Office of Coast Survey Hydrographic Data
2021
publication
NOAA Institutional Repository
publisher
https://doi.org/10.25923/0s62-kd16
HTTPS
Web Browser
DSMR Publication at the NOAA Institutional Repository
Report documenting the Scientific Data Stewardship Maturity for this dataset.
information
crossReference
sciencePaper
10000
eng; USA
oceans
-180
180
-90
90
1837-05-23
Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) ArcGIS Image Services
2015-04-20
creation
DOC/NOAA/NESDIS/NCEI > National Centers for Environmental Information, NESDIS, NOAA, Department of Commerce
https://ngdc.noaa.gov/mgg/bathymetry/hydro.html
NOS Hydrographic Survey Data
Please see website for more information about NOS Hydrographic Survey Data.
information
publisher
DOC/NOAA/NESDIS/NCEI > National Centers for Environmental Information, NESDIS, NOAA, Department of Commerce
https://noaa.maps.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=2320b46f76c34230a72a70029a970f64
NOAA GeoPlatform Entry for Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) Image Service
NOAA GeoPlatform listing for Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) image service.
information
publisher
DOC/NOAA/NESDIS/NCEI > National Centers for Environmental Information, NESDIS, NOAA, Department of Commerce
https://noaa.maps.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=7ca0a68d6fd8480cb83c89173ab9d814
NOAA GeoPlatform Entry for Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) Color Shaded Relief Tile Layer
NOAA GeoPlatform listing for Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) Color Shaded Relief tile layer.
information
publisher
DOC/NOAA/NESDIS/NCEI > National Centers for Environmental Information, NESDIS, NOAA, Department of Commerce
https://noaa.maps.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=f8ca92b0f19a4de3887bdc160f73106e
NOAA GeoPlatform Entry for Hydrographic Survey Data Map Service
This map service shows the location and coverage of NOS Hydrographic Surveys.
search
publisher
This image service provides a seamless mosaic of high-resolution quality-controlled seafloor elevation from NOAA / National Ocean Service (NOS) Hydrographic Survey Bathymetric Attributed Grids (BAGs) in U.S. coastal waters. Many near-shore areas have been mapped at high resolution (often 1 meter or better). The depths are usually relative to Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW) datum. BAG is a non-proprietary file format for storing and exchanging bathymetric data developed by the Open Navigation Surface Working Group. BAG files are gridded, multi-dimensional bathymetric data files and is the standard NOS hydrographic data file for public release. Current versions of the BAG file contain position and depth grid data, as well as position and uncertainty grid data, and the metadata specific to that BAG file, providing end users information about the source and contents of the BAG file. This service has a server-side function available. This can be selected in the ArcGIS Online layer using "Image Display", or in ArcMap under "Processing Templates": None: Provides depth values in meters. Usually relative to mean lower low water (MLLW), except for some rivers/lakes (see the survey metadata for details); ColorHillshadeBAG: an elevation-tinted hillshade visualization. This is also available as a separate tile layer (faster to draw): https://noaa.maps.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=7ca0a68d6fd8480cb83c89173ab9d814. The elevations/depths are displayed using this color ramp: http://maps.ngdc.noaa.gov/viewers/bathymetry/images/bag_hillshades_color_scale.png
NCEI GIS Team
NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
ncei.gis@noaa.gov
pointOfContact
DATA ANALYSIS AND VISUALIZATION > GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS > WEB-BASED GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS
DATA MANAGEMENT/DATA HANDLING > DATA SEARCH AND RETRIEVAL
DATA ANALYSIS AND VISUALIZATION > VISUALIZATION/IMAGE PROCESSING
theme
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Service Keywords
2020-01-09
publication
9.1
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Earth Science Data and Information System
https://www.earthdata.nasa.gov/learn/find-data/idn/gcmd-keywords
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Keywords
The information provided on this page seeks to define how the GCMD Keywords are structured, used and accessed. It also provides information on how users can participate in the further development of the keywords.
information
custodian
These data not to be used for navigation. Although these data are of high quality and useful for planning and modeling purposes, they are not suitable for navigation. For official navigation products, please refer to the U.S. nautical charts available from the NOAA Office of Coast Survey: http://www.nauticalcharts.noaa.gov.
ArcGIS Image Service
10.7
1
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180
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90
tight
ArcGIS for Server REST endpoint for Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) image service
https://gis.ngdc.noaa.gov/arcgis/rest/services/bag_bathymetry/ImageServer
http
https://www.geoplatform.gov/spec/esri-image-rest
Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) ArcGIS Image Service
REST endpoint for Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) ArcGIS Image service
search
ArcGIS for Server REST endpoint for Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) Color Shaded Relief tile layer
https://tiles.arcgis.com/tiles/C8EMgrsFcRFL6LrL/arcgis/rest/services/bag_hillshades/MapServer
http
https://www.geoplatform.gov/spec/esri-image-rest
Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) Color Shaded Relief tile layer
REST endpoint for Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) Color Shaded Relief tile layer (an overview of all surveys in a continuous image). Note: this is a tiled image service, cached to zoom level 16 (2.4 m resolution), with level 17 (1.2 m) available in many areas. In the ArcGIS JavaScript API, it can be loaded as an ArcGISTiledMapServiceLayer (faster), or as an ArcGISImageServiceLayer (slower).
search
ArcGIS for Server REST endpoint for BAG Color Shaded Relief "Subsets" image service
https://gis.ngdc.noaa.gov/arcgis/rest/services/bag_hillshades_subsets/ImageServer
http
https://www.geoplatform.gov/spec/esri-image-rest
Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) Color Shaded Relief "Subsets" ArcGIS Image Service
REST endpoint for Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) Color Shaded Relief "Subsets" ArcGIS Image service. Allows access to the underlying images; allows subsets using a definition query; maximum of 80 rasters displayed at a time. When using the subsets version in ArcMap or the JavaScript API, etc., a definition query can be used to display groupings of images. Example definition query to view all the BAGs for a single NOS survey H12003 off Maryland/Virginia: "Name LIKE 'H12003%'".
search
Hydrographic Survey Data ArcGIS Map Services
2011-02-08
creation
DOC/NOAA/NESDIS/NCEI > National Centers for Environmental Information, NESDIS, NOAA, Department of Commerce
https://ngdc.noaa.gov/mgg/bathymetry/hydro.html
HTTPS
NOS Hydrographic Survey Data
Please see website for more information about NOS Hydrogaphic Survey Data.
information
publisher
https://noaa.maps.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=f8ca92b0f19a4de3887bdc160f73106e
HTTPS
NOAA GeoPlatform Entry for Hydrographic Survey Data (dynamic map service)
NOAA GeoPlatform listing for Hydrographic Survey Data (dynamic map service).
information
publisher
https://noaa.maps.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=d4a3df72f0544cccb89c4c8aea752ebc
HTTPS
NOAA GeoPlatform Entry for Hydrographic Survey Data (tile layer)
NOAA GeoPlatform listing for Hydrographic Survey Data (tile layer).
information
publisher
https://noaa.maps.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=7ca0a68d6fd8480cb83c89173ab9d814
ESRI:ArcGIS
NOAA GeoPlatform Entry for Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) Color Shaded Relief Image Service
This image service shows color shaded relief visualizations of the NOS BAGs (Bathymetric Attributed Grids).
search
publisher
A map service showing the location and coverage of National Ocean Service (NOS) Hydrographic Surveys. The NOS Hydrographic Database (NOSHDB) and Hydrographic Survey Metadata Database (HSMDB), both maintained by NOS and NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), provide extensive survey coverage and ISO metadata of the coastal waters and Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of the United States and its territories. The NOSHDB contains digitized data from smooth sheets of hydrographic surveys completed between 1837 and 1965, and from survey data acquired digitally on NOS survey vessels since 1965. Data products from NOS surveys, including Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) files, Descriptive Reports, smooth sheet images, survey data images, textual gridded data, and geo-referenced sidescan sonar mosaics, ISO metadata, and survey statistics are available for download from NCEI. Layers available in the map service: Layer 0: Surveys with BAGs available (Bathymetric Attributed Grids); Layer 1: Surveys with digital sounding data available for download; Layer 2 (hidden by default): Surveys without digital sounding data available for download. Layer 3: Detailed BAG footprints.
NCEI GIS Team
NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
ncei.gis@noaa.gov
pointOfContact
DATA ANALYSIS AND VISUALIZATION > GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS > WEB-BASED GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS
DATA MANAGEMENT/DATA HANDLING > DATA SEARCH AND RETRIEVAL
DATA ANALYSIS AND VISUALIZATION > VISUALIZATION/IMAGE PROCESSING
theme
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Service Keywords
2020-01-09
publication
9.1
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Earth Science Data and Information System
https://www.earthdata.nasa.gov/learn/find-data/idn/gcmd-keywords
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Keywords
The information provided on this page seeks to define how the GCMD Keywords are structured, used and accessed. It also provides information on how users can participate in the further development of the keywords.
information
custodian
None
None
ArcGIS Map Service
10.7
1
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180
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90
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ArcGIS for Server REST endpoint for hosted tile layer
https://tiles.arcgis.com/tiles/C8EMgrsFcRFL6LrL/arcgis/rest/services/nos_hydro/MapServer
http
https://www.geoplatform.gov/spec/esri-map-rest
NOS Hydrographic Surveys ArcGIS Hosted Tile Layer
The NOS Hydrographic Surveys ArcGIS hosted tile layer provides rapid display of survey polygons from global scales down to zoom level 10 (approx. 1:577,000 scale).
search
ArcGIS for Server REST endpoint for dynamic map service
https://gis.ngdc.noaa.gov/arcgis/rest/services/web_mercator/nos_hydro_dynamic/MapServer
ESRI:ArcGIS
https://www.geoplatform.gov/spec/esri-map-rest
NOS Hydrographic Surveys ArcGIS Dynamic Map Service
The NOS Hydrographic Surveys ArcGIS dynamic map service is visible at all scales, and allows toggling of the sublayers. A filter can be applied using the layerDefinitions parameter.
search
WMS Get Capabilities
https://gis.ngdc.noaa.gov/arcgis/services//web_mercator/nos_hydro_dynamic/MapServer/WMSServer?request=GetCapabilities&service=WMS
OGC:WMS
http://opengis.net/spec/wms
NOS Hydrographic Surveys Web Map Service (WMS)
Capabilities document for Open Geospatial Consortium Web Map Service for NOS Hydrographic Surveys
search
Data Types
physicalMeasurement
Backscatter
The seafloor backscatter is defined as the amount of acoustic energy being received by the sonar after a complex interaction with the seafloor. This information can be used to determine bottom type, because different bottom types “scatter” sound energy differently.
Bathymetry
Bathymetry is the study of the "beds" or "floors" of water bodies, including the ocean, rivers, streams, and lakes.
Lidar
LIDAR, which stands for Light Detection and Ranging, is a remote sensing method that uses light in the form of a pulsed laser to measure ranges (variable distances) to the Earth. These light pulses—combined with other data recorded by the airborne system— generate precise, three-dimensional information about the shape of the Earth and its surface characteristics.
Side Scan
Side scan sonar is a specialized system for detecting objects on the seafloor. Sonar (sound navigation and ranging) uses sound waves to find and identify objects in the water and determine water depth.
NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
ncei.info@noaa.gov
https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/contact
NCEI Contact Information
Information for contacts at NCEI.
information
distributor
In most cases, electronic downloads of the data are free. However, fees may apply for custom orders, data certifications, copies of analog materials, and data distribution on physical media.
Contact NCEI for other distribution options and instructions.
Bathymetry Attributed Grid (BAG)
Bathymetric Attributed Grid (BAG) is a non-proprietary file format for storing and exchanging bathymetric data developed by the Open Navigation Surface Working Group. BAG files are gridded, multi-dimensional bathymetric data files and is the standard NOS hydrographic data file for public release.
Geospatial Portable Document Format (GeoImage)
Geospatial Portable Document Format (GeoImage) is a layered geospatial PDF. This image file contains several layers including: a combined bathymetric surface, a survey scale set of soundings, a large scale raster nautical chart, latitude/longitude graticule, title block, and an acoustic imagery mosaic (if available). The image is also geographically referenced, allowing users to locate features, measure distances and angles, and select specific layers of interest
ASCII XYZ
TIFF
PDF
Generic Sensor Format (GSF)
Multi-resolution Seamless Image Database (MrSID)
https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/metadata/geoportal/rest/metadata/item/gov.noaa.ngdc:NOS_Hydrographic_Survey_Collection/html
HTTPS
Metadata Landing Page
information
https://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/mgg/bathymetry/hydro.html
NOS Hydrographic Survey Data Home Page
Home page for digitized data from smooth sheets of hydrographic surveys completed between 1837 and 1965, and from survey data acquired digitally on NOS survey vessels since 1965. Over 76 million soundings from over 6,600 surveys are included. NGDC has developed an interactive map and data discovery tool, the Bathymetry Map Service, and a text-based search engine, the Hydrographic Survey Text Search, which enable rapid data discovery and download.
information
https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/maps/bathymetry/
Bathymetric Data Viewer
search
https://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/hydro-survey-search/
Hydrographic Survey Text Search
search
repository
NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
NOAA created the National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) by merging NOAA's National Climatic Data Center (NCDC), National Geophysical Data Center (NGDC), and National Oceanographic Data Center (NODC), including the National Coastal Data Development Center (NCDDC), per the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015, Public Law 113-235. NCEI launched publicly on April 22, 2015.
2015-04-22T00:00:00
series
Data Stewardship
Data Stewardship Maturity Assessment
MM-Stew
The Data Stewardship Maturity Matrix (DSMM) is a unified framework that defines criteria for each of nine components based on measurable practices, which can be used to apply a progressive, 6-level rating to an individual dataset, representing stewardship maturity stages rated as Not Assessed or Not Available (Level 0), adHoc (Level 1), minimum (Level 2), intermediate (Level 3), advanced (Level 4), and optimal (Level 5).
Data Stewardship Maturity Assessment was evaluated by the metadata content editor for the NOAA OneStop project using the Scientific Data Stewardship Maturity Assessment Model Template v4.0.
The Scientific Data Stewardship Maturity Assessment Model Template
2015-06-23
publication
NCDC-CICS-SMM_0001_Rev.1 v4.0 06/23/2015
doi:10.10.6084/m9.figshare.1211954
Peng, Ge
CICS-NC/NCEI
author
https://doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.1211954
HTTPS
Web Browser
The Scientific Data Stewardship Maturity Assessment Model Template
Landing page for quality evaluation procedure.
information
documentDigital
2016-08-18T00:00:00
optimal
intermediate
optimal
optimal
intermediate
intermediate
intermediate
minimal
advanced
OCS-HydrographicSurvey
2016-08-18
publication
v01r00
DOC/NOAA/NESDIS/NCEI > National Centers for Environmental Information, NESDIS, NOAA, U.S. Department of Commerce
publisher
Data Stewardship Maturity Assessment was evaluated by the metadata content editor for the NOAA OneStop project using the Scientific Data Stewardship Maturity Assessment Model Template v4.0.
asNeeded
Modified for compliance to NCEI Template v1.2.