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Coastal Classification Atlas: Central Texas Coastal Classification Maps - Aransas Pass to Mansfield Channel

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Originator: Robert A. Morton, Russell L. Peterson
Publication_Date: Unknown
Title: Coastal Classification Atlas: Central Texas Coastal Classification Maps - Aransas Pass to Mansfield Channel
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Publication_Place: 2006
Publisher: U.S. Geological Survey
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Online_Linkage: http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2006/1096/
Description:
Abstract:
The primary purpose of the USGS National Assessment of Coastal Change Project is to provide accurate representations of pre-storm ground conditions for areas that are designated high priority because they have dense populations or valuable resources that are at risk from storm waves. A secondary purpose of the project is to develop a geomorphic (land feature) coastal classification that, with only minor modification, can be applied to most coastal regions in the United States. A Coastal Classification Map describing local geomorphic features is the first step toward determining the hazard vulnerability of an area. The Coastal Classification Maps of the National Assessment of Coastal Change Project present ground conditions such as beach width, dune elevations, overwash potential, and density of development. In order to complete a hazard-vulnerability assessment, that information must be integrated with other information, such as prior storm impacts and beach stability. The Coastal Classification Maps provide much of the basic information for such an assessment and represent a critical component of a storm-impact forecasting capability. The map above shows the areas covered by this web site. Click on any of the location names or outlines to view the Coastal Classification Map for that area. [Summary provided by the USGS.]
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Supplemental_Information:
REFERENCE: Morton, R. A., 1994, Texas Barriers, in Davis, R. A., ed., Geology of Holocene Barrier Islands: Springer-Verlag, Berlin, p. 75-114.
Supplemental_Information:
REFERENCE: Morton, R. A., 2002, Factors controlling storm impacts on coastal barriers and beaches - A preliminary basis for real-time forecasting: Journal of Coastal Research, v. 18, p. 486-501.
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REFERENCE: Morton, R. A., and Sallenger, A. H., 2003, Morphological impacts of extreme storms on sandy beaches and barriers: Journal of Coastal Research, v. 19, p. 560-573.
Supplemental_Information:
REFERENCE: Simpson, R. H., and Lawrence, M. B., 1971, Atlantic hurricane frequencies along the U.S. coastline: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, NOAA Technical Memorandum NWS SR-581, 15p.
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Progress: Complete
Maintenance_and_Update_Frequency: As needed
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West_Bounding_Coordinate: -102.0
East_Bounding_Coordinate: -96.0
North_Bounding_Coordinate: 29.0
South_Bounding_Coordinate: 24.0
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Theme_Keyword: EARTH SCIENCE > OCEANS > COASTAL PROCESSES > INTERTIDAL ZONE
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Theme_Keyword: EARTH SCIENCE > OCEANS > COASTAL PROCESSES > MARSHES
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Place_Keyword: CONTINENT > NORTH AMERICA > UNITED STATES OF AMERICA > TEXAS
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Contact_Person: ROBERT. A. MORTON
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Address_Type: Mailing and Physical Address
Address: Coastal and Marine Geology Team
Address: U.S. Geological Survey
Address: 600 4th Street South
City: St. Petersberg
State_or_Province: FL
Postal_Code: 33701
Country: USA
Contact_Voice_Telephone: 727-803-8747 x3080
Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: rmorton@usgs.gov
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Contact_Organization: DOI/USGS/CMG > Coastal and Marine Geology, U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Department of the Interior
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Postal_Code: 80225-0286
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Contact_Voice_Telephone: 303-202-4200
Contact_Voice_Telephone: 303-202-4210
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http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/coastal-classification/...
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Coastal Classification Mapping Project
Fees: Not Available
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Metadata_Reference_Information:
Metadata_Date: 20060502
Metadata_Review_Date: 20060504
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Metadata_Time_Convention: local time
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