Coastal Zone Management Act Boundary
Posted December 12, 2013 by Caitlyn McCraryThe Coastal Zone Management Act Boundary is the state-identified landward and seaward boundary within which the state’s coastal zone management programs apply.(more...)
Wave, Tidal, and Ocean Current Sites
Posted November 25, 2013 by Caitlyn McCraryWaves, tides, and ocean currents have been identified as potential renewable ocean energy sources. Energy development technologies are now being tested in U.S. waters.(more...)
High Frequency Radar
Posted June 5, 2013 by Caitlyn McCraryHigh-frequency radar is an effective tool for measuring the speed and direction of ocean surface currents. The broad range of uses for this information on currents has motivated the development of a national network of surface current mapping systems as part of the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS).(more...)
Tidal Stream Resource Potential
Posted May 6, 2013 by Caitlyn McCraryTidal streams can be used as a form of alternative ocean energy. They are high velocity sea currents created by periodic movement of the ocean caused by the gravitational pull of the moon.(more...)
Habitat Area of Particular Concern
Posted April 3, 2013 by Caitlyn McCraryA habitat area of particular concern is a designation that encompasses discrete subsets of essential fish habitat, which provide extremely important ecological functions or are especially vulnerable to degradation.(more...)
Zones, Limits, and Maritime Jurisdictions
Posted March 22, 2013 by Caitlyn McCraryA boundary seems like a simple concept. Unfortunately, establishing boundaries is a complicated matter, especially in the ocean.(more...)
Ocean Wave Resource Potential
Posted February 5, 2013 by Jodie SprayberryWave energy is a form of alternative ocean energy that can be harnessed for consumption. The Ocean Wave Resource Potential data set shows users the predicted mean wave energy density within U.S. waters.(more...)
Federal Radar and Impact Zones
Posted January 18, 2013 by Jodie SprayberryWeather radar stations are located all across the U.S., including the coastlines. Ocean uses, such as wind turbines, can impact its operation.(more...)