Marine Managed Areas

Metadata:

• Identification_Information
• Data_Quality_Information
• Spatial_Data_Organization_Information
• Spatial_Reference_Information
• Entity_and_Attribute_Information
• Distribution_Information
• Metadata_Reference_Information

Identification_Information:

Citation:

Citation_Information:

Originator:

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI)

Title: Marine Managed Areas

Geospatial_Data_Presentation_Form: vector digital data

Description:

Abstract:

This GIS data set represents the federal marine managed areas including National Parks, National Marine Fisheries Service areas, National Estuarine Research reserves, National Marine Sanctuaries, and National Wildlife Refuges. FWRI downloaded these data from mpa.gov, managed by NOAA and DOI. This data set includes only the areas in the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, and southeastern US Atlantic Ocean. The internet site has additional areas in the Pacific, Great Lakes, and Northeast US, which were are not included in this file.

Executive Order 13158 mandates that the U.S. Departments of Commerce and the Interior "publish and maintain a list of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) that meet the definition of MPA for the purposes of this order."

Purpose:

It will allow users to examine various combinations of programs and selected MMA networks at local and regional levels throughout the coastal U.S.

Supplemental_Information:

Prior to July 1, 2004, the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) was known as the Florida Marine Research Institute (FMRI). The institute name has not been changed in historical data sets or references to work completed by the Florida Marine Research Institute. The institute name has been changed in references to ongoing research, new research, and contact information. The boundaries are created with the most recent and accurate boundary information available, but edges and/or borders of the boundaries may change due to natural land changes, site boundary modification or higher resolution maps. Therefore, the currency or accuracy of these boundaries cannot be guaranteed

Time_Period_of_Content:

Time_Period_Information:

Single_Date/Time:

Currentness_Reference: Downloaded March 2005

Status:

Progress: Complete

Maintenance_and_Update_Frequency: As needed

Spatial_Domain:

Bounding_Coordinates:

West_Bounding_Coordinate: -151.886566

East_Bounding_Coordinate: -66.203934

North_Bounding_Coordinate: 59.817459

South_Bounding_Coordinate: 17.919918

Data_Set_G-Polygon:

Data_Set_G-Polygon_Outer_G-Ring:

G-Ring_Point:

G-Ring_Latitude: 0.000001

G-Ring_Longitude: 0.000001

Keywords:

Theme:

Theme_Keyword_Thesaurus: FWRItheme

Theme_Keyword: marine

Theme_Keyword: coastal

Theme_Keyword: boundaries

Theme_Keyword: GIS

Theme:

Theme_Keyword_Thesaurus: ISO 19115 Topic Category

Theme_Keyword: geoscientificInformation

Place:

Place_Keyword_Thesaurus: Florida Counties

Place_Keyword: Franklin

Place_Keyword: Liberty

Place_Keyword: Gulf

Place_Keyword: Collier

Place_Keyword: St. Johns

Place_Keyword: Franklin

Place:

Place_Keyword_Thesaurus: Florida Waterbodies

Place_Keyword: Atlantic Ocean

Place_Keyword: Gulf of Mexico

Place:

Place_Keyword_Thesaurus: FWC Region

Place_Keyword: FWC Region-Northeast

Place_Keyword: FWC Region-Northwest

Place_Keyword: FWC Region-South

Place:

Place_Keyword_Thesaurus: FWRIplace

Place_Keyword: Florida

Place_Keyword: Gulf of Mexico

Place_Keyword: Atlantic Ocean

Place:

Place_Keyword_Thesaurus: Water Management Districts

Place_Keyword: Northwest Florida Water Management District

Place_Keyword: St. Johns River Water Management District

Place_Keyword: South Florida Water Management District

Access_Constraints:

Available without restriction. All data must be verified by Principal Investigator or Group Database Analyst prior to release. It is strongly recommended that this data is directly acquired from FWC and not indirectly through other sources which may have changed the data in some way. FWC makes no claims as to the data's suitability for other purposes.

Use_Constraints:

Acknowledgement of the FWC-FWRI (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute) as the data source, and NOAA as the originator, would be appreciated in any products developed from these data, and such acknowledgment as is standard for citation and legal practices for data source is expected by users of this data. Please cite the original metadata when using portions of the record to create a similar record of slightly altered data, such as reprojection. If any data are modified or adjusted, please share the edited information with FWC. Users should be aware that comparison with other data sets for the same area from other time periods may be inaccurate due to inconsistencies resulting from changes in mapping conventions, data collection, and computer processes over time. FWC shall not be liable for improper or incorrect use of this data. These data are not legal documents and are not to be used as such. This is not a survey data set and should not be utilized as such. These data are not to be used for navigation.

Point_of_Contact:

Contact_Information:

Contact_Person_Primary:

Contact_Person: GISLibrarian

Contact_Organization:

FWC-FWRI (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute)

Contact_Position: GIS Data Librarian

Contact_Address:

Address_Type: mailing and physical address

Address:

Fish and Wildlife Research Institute 100 Eighth Avenue Southeast

City: St. Petersburg

State_or_Province: Florida

Postal_Code: 33701

Country: USA

Contact_Voice_Telephone: 727-896-8626

Contact_Facsimile_Telephone: 727-893-1679

Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: GISLibrarian@MyFWC.com

Hours_of_Service: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Eastern time

Data_Set_Credit:

NOAA and DOI (mpa.gov) provided the data and some metadata information.

Security_Information:

Security_Classification_System: FWRI-DC

Security_Classification: Available without restriction

Security_Handling_Description: Available without restriction

Native_Data_Set_Environment:

Microsoft Windows 2000 Version 5.0 (Build 2195) Service Pack 4; ESRI ArcCatalog 9.0.0.535

Data_Quality_Information:

Attribute_Accuracy:

Attribute_Accuracy_Report:

Special Projects assumed that the digital data sets originating from the NOAA Coastal Services Center were accurate. However, Special Projects tested the accuracy of the data by manual comparison of the source with hard copy print outs if available. Attributes were further verified using visual inspection.

Logical_Consistency_Report:

All data sets were reprojected for integration into the MMA Inventory GIS. Environmental Systems Research Institute's (ESRIs) ArcGIS 8.x was used to complete all reprojections. Shorelines were then used to determine logical consistency. Geometry appears to be topologically clean.

Completeness_Report:

The Marine Managed Areas Inventory of the United States data set contains boundaries for 25 National Estuarine Research Reserve System units. To view the MMA site criteria, please visit http:\\www.mpa.gov. Attribute information from the source has been simplified.

Positional_Accuracy:

Horizontal_Positional_Accuracy:

Horizontal_Positional_Accuracy_Report:

The MMA boundaries are approximate and are not to be used as legal definitions. Most of these data were created by delineating the boundaries off USGS 7.5 minute Topographic Maps at 1:24000 scale. Others were delineated from digital orthophotographs, collected at 1:12000 scale aerial photographs. Therefore, the horizontal accuracy is assumed to be within National Map Accuracy Standards, with a horizontal accuracy no greater than 45.6 feet at the 95% confidence level.

Vertical_Positional_Accuracy:

Vertical_Positional_Accuracy_Report:

Most of these data were created by delineating the boundaries off USGS 7.5 minute Topographic Maps at 1:24000 scale. Others were delineated from digital orthophotographs, collected at 1:12000 scale aerial photographs. Therefore, the vertical accuracy is assumed to be within National Map Accuracy Standards, with a vertical accuracy no greater than 11.9 feet at the 95% confidence level.

Lineage:

Source_Information:

Source_Citation_Abbreviation:

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS), Special Projects (SP)

Source_Contribution:

The National Estuarine Research Reserve System digital boundaries were created as part of the Protected Areas Geographic Information System (PAGIS) project. An updated digital version of all 25 NERR sites boundaries were critical to the PAGIS project. The digital boundaries were delineated from management and research areas within the 25 Reserves. They were not based on legal definitions.

Process_Step:

Process_Description:

FWRI staff downloaded these data and reselected for the area of interest (Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, and southeastern US Atlantic). FWRI APPENDed the files for the different area types into one file, and added a TYPE attribute to distinguish the types.

Process_Date: 4/2005

Process_Contact:

Contact_Information:

Contact_Person_Primary:

Contact_Person: GISLibrarian

Contact_Organization:

FWC-FWRI (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute)

Contact_Position: GIS Data Librarian

Contact_Address:

Address_Type: mailing and physical address

Address:

Fish and Wildlife Research Institute 100 Eighth Avenue Southeast

City: St. Petersburg

State_or_Province: Florida

Postal_Code: 33701

Country: USA

Contact_Voice_Telephone: 727-896-8626

Contact_Facsimile_Telephone: 727-893-1679

Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: GISLibrarian@MyFWC.com

Hours_of_Service: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Eastern time

Process_Step:

Process_Description: Dataset moved.

Source_Used_Citation_Abbreviation:

C:\IMS\Updates\EFH_CORAL\July212008\marine_managed_areas_ply_GCS

Cloud_Cover: 0

Spatial_Data_Organization_Information:

Direct_Spatial_Reference_Method: Vector

Point_and_Vector_Object_Information:

SDTS_Terms_Description:

SDTS_Point_and_Vector_Object_Type: G-polygon

Point_and_Vector_Object_Count: 34

Spatial_Reference_Information:

Horizontal_Coordinate_System_Definition:

Geographic:

Latitude_Resolution: 0.000000

Longitude_Resolution: 0.000000

Geographic_Coordinate_Units: Decimal degrees

Geodetic_Model:

Horizontal_Datum_Name: North American Datum of 1983

Ellipsoid_Name: Geodetic Reference System 80

Semi-major_Axis: 6378137

Denominator_of_Flattening_Ratio: 298.257222

Vertical_Coordinate_System_Definition:

Altitude_System_Definition:

Altitude_Resolution: 1.000000

Altitude_Encoding_Method:

Explicit elevation coordinate included with horizontal coordinates

Entity_and_Attribute_Information:

Detailed_Description:

Entity_Type:

Entity_Type_Label: FMRI.marine_managed_areas_poly

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: AGENCY

Attribute_Definition: Agency responsible for management of site

Attribute_Definition_Source: NOAA/NOS/SPO

Attribute_Value_Accuracy_Information:

Attribute_Value_Accuracy_Explanation: variable

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: AREA_MILES

Attribute_Definition:

Area (mi) calculated in Eckert IV projection using XTools for ArcMap 8.x Version 3.1

Attribute_Definition_Source: NOAA/NOS/SPO

Attribute_Value_Accuracy_Information:

Attribute_Value_Accuracy_Explanation: variable

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: FID

Attribute_Definition: Internal feature number.

Attribute_Definition_Source: ESRI

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain:

Sequential unique whole numbers that are automatically generated.

Attribute_Value_Accuracy_Information:

Attribute_Value_Accuracy_Explanation:

Sequential unique whole numbers that are automatically generated.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: NAME

Attribute_Definition: Name of site

Attribute_Definition_Source: NOAA/NOS/SPO

Attribute_Value_Accuracy_Information:

Attribute_Value_Accuracy_Explanation: Variable

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: REGION

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: Shape

Attribute_Definition: Feature geometry.

Attribute_Definition_Source: ESRI

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: Coordinates defining the features.

Attribute_Value_Accuracy_Information:

Attribute_Value_Accuracy_Explanation: Coordinates defining the features

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: SITE_ID

Attribute_Definition: Unique ID assigned to each site

Attribute_Definition_Source: NOAA/NOS/SPO

Attribute_Value_Accuracy_Information:

Attribute_Value_Accuracy_Explanation: Variable

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: TYPE

Attribute_Definition:

Five types listed here including, NERR (National Estuarine Research Reserve), NMF (National Marine Fisheries Services), NPS (National Seashore/Park), NWR (National Wildlife Refuge)

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: SHAPE_AREA

Attribute_Definition: Area of feature in internal units squared.

Attribute_Definition_Source: ESRI

Attribute_Domain_Values:

Unrepresentable_Domain: Positive real numbers that are automatically generated.

Attribute:

Attribute_Label: SHAPE_LEN

Overview_Description:

Entity_and_Attribute_Overview:

Executive Order 13158 mandates that the U.S. Departments of Commerce and the Interior "publish and maintain a list of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) that meet the definition of MPA for the purposes of this order." To provide this information, an inventory of existing U.S. Marine Managed Areas (MMAs) is being developed. The inventory will support the development of the "list of MPA's" called for in the Executive Order 13158. Digital boundary files for the MMAs have been compiled from various agencies and formatted for use in a Geographic Information System (GIS) to produce a thematic series of maps for the Marine Managed Areas Inventory Atlas. This atlas is designed to enhance the understanding of the spatial relationships among the sites in the MMA Inventory. The Inventory will be used to inform federal agencies and all interested parties of the location of sites. It will help scientists and managers examine the design effectiveness of the current system of managed areas and determine which habitats are in need of improved or additional protection measures.

Entity_and_Attribute_Detail_Citation:

The National Estuarine Research Reserve System digital boundaries were created as part of the Protected Areas Geographic Information System (PAGIS) project. An updated digital version of all 25 NERR sites boundaries were critical to the PAGIS project. The digital boundaries were delineated from management and research areas within the 25 Reserves. They were not based on legal definitions

Distribution_Information:

Distributor:

Contact_Information:

Contact_Person_Primary:

Contact_Person: GISLibrarian

Contact_Organization:

FWC-FWRI (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute)

Contact_Position: GIS Data Librarian

Contact_Address:

Address_Type: mailing and physical address

Address:

Fish and Wildlife Research Institute 100 Eighth Avenue Southeast

City: St. Petersburg

State_or_Province: Florida

Postal_Code: 33701

Country: USA

Contact_Voice_Telephone: 727-896-8626

Contact_Facsimile_Telephone: 727-893-1679

Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: GISLibrarian@MyFWC.com

Hours_of_Service: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Eastern time

Distribution_Liability:

This data set is in the public domain, and the recipient may not assert any proprietary rights thereto nor represent it to anyone as other than a FWC-FWRI produced data set; it is provided "as-is" without warranty of any kind, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The user assumes all responsibility for the accuracy and suitability of this data set for a specific application. In no event will the staff of the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute be liable for any damages, including lost profits, lost savings, or other incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of or the inability to use this data set.

Standard_Order_Process:

Digital_Form:

Digital_Transfer_Information:

Format_Name: SHP

Transfer_Size: 6.438

Digital_Form:

Digital_Transfer_Information:

Format_Name: SHP

Transfer_Size: 6.438

Fees:

None. However, persons or organizations requesting information must provide transfer media if FTP is not available and must pay express shipping costs if express shipping is required.

Ordering_Instructions:

Contact GIS Librarian by e-mail, telephone, or letter explaining which products are needed and providing a brief description of how the products will be used. Also, provide name and address of the person or organization requesting the products.

Turnaround:

Usually within 10 business days, although, complex requests may take longer

Custom_Order_Process: Contact GIS Librarian

Metadata_Reference_Information:

Metadata_Date: 20050322

Metadata_Review_Date: 20060503

Metadata_Contact:

Contact_Information:

Contact_Person_Primary:

Contact_Person: GISLibrarian

Contact_Organization:

FWC-FWRI (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute)

Contact_Position: GIS Data Librarian

Contact_Address:

Address_Type: mailing and physical address

Address:

Fish and Wildlife Research Institute 100 Eighth Avenue Southeast

City: St. Petersburg

State_or_Province: Florida

Postal_Code: 33701

Country: USA

Contact_Voice_Telephone: 727-896-8626

Contact_Facsimile_Telephone: 727-893-1679

Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: GISLibrarian@MyFWC.com

Hours_of_Service: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Eastern time

Metadata_Standard_Name: FGDC Content Standards for Digital Geospatial Metadata

Metadata_Standard_Version: FGDC-STD-001-1998

Metadata_Time_Convention: local time

Metadata_Access_Constraints: No restrictions on metadata

Metadata_Use_Constraints: Metadata must be distributed with the data set.

Metadata_Security_Information:

Metadata_Security_Classification_System: FWRI-MC

Metadata_Security_Classification: Available

Metadata_Security_Handling_Description: Metadata must be distributed with the data set.

Metadata_Extensions:

Online_Linkage: <http://www.esri.com/metadata/esriprof80.html>

Profile_Name: ESRI Metadata Profile

Metadata_Extensions:

Online_Linkage: <http://www.esri.com/metadata/esriprof80.html>

Profile_Name: ESRI Metadata Profile