Environmental Sensitivity Index (ESI) Atlas: Alabama, maps and geographic information systems data (NCEI Accession 0013800)
This dataset comprises the Environmental Sensitivity Index (ESI) maps for the shoreline of Alabama. ESI data characterize coastal environments and wildlife by their sensitivity to spilled oil. The ESI data include information for three main components: shoreline habitats; sensitive biological resources; and human-use resources. This atlas was developed to be utilized within desktop GIS systems and contains GIS files and related D-base files. Associated files include MOSS (Multiple Overlay Statistical System) export files, .PDF maps, and detailed user guides and metadata.
The intertidal habitats were mapped using a combination of aerial photographs taken between 1985 and 1987, and low altitude color video surveys taken in 1992 and 1993. The biological and human-use resources data were compiled by regional biologists in 1995. The dates for these source data vary and range from the mid- 1970s to the mid-1990s. Detailed date information is provided in the included metadata.
The intertidal habitats were mapped using a combination of aerial photographs taken between 1985 and 1987, and low altitude color video surveys taken in 1992 and 1993. The biological and human-use resources data were compiled by regional biologists in 1995. The dates for these source data vary and range from the mid- 1970s to the mid-1990s. Detailed date information is provided in the included metadata.
Dataset Citation
- Cite as: Petersen, Jill; US DOC/NOAA > National Ocean Service - Seattle, WA (2007). Environmental Sensitivity Index (ESI) Atlas: Alabama, maps and geographic information systems data (NCEI Accession 0013800). [indicate subset used]. NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information. Dataset. https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/archive/accession/0013800. Accessed [date].
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NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information +1-301-713-3277 NCEI.Info@noaa.gov |
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Time Period | 2000-08-01 to 2000-08-31 |
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West: -88.5
East: -87.375
South: 30.125
North: 30.875
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Data Presentation Form | Digital table - digital representation of facts or figures systematically displayed, especially in columns |
Dataset Progress Status | Complete - production of the data has been completed Historical archive - data has been stored in an offline storage facility |
Data Update Frequency | As needed |
Supplemental Information | ESI MAPS SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR NAVIGATION. Updated Alabama data are available from the DVD digital data release, October 2007, Seattle Washington, titled - ESI Atlas, Gulf of Mexico, Alabama 2007, Louisiana 2003 - Mississippi, 1995 maps and geographic information systems data, archived in NCEI accession 0036821. Original data was received as a CD-ROM product from NOS Office of Response and Restoration, Seattle. DATA SET CREDIT: This project was supported by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service, Office of Response and Restoration, Hazardous Materials Response Division, Seattle, Washington. The original data in this accession were obtained on CD-ROM/DVD-ROM. The original disc for this NCEI accession has been transferred to the NOAA Central Library. A copy of each disc can be generated using the .iso files in the data/0-data/disc_image/ using appropriate authoring software. Additional copies of the original disk may be obtained by contacting the National Ocean Service, Office of Response and Restoration, Hazardous Materials Response Division, Seattle, Washington. Additional ESI Atlases for other regions of the U.S. have been archived at NCEI. |
Purpose | This dataset is available to the public for a wide variety of uses including scientific research and analysis. |
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