Quantifying Acoustic Impacts on Marine Species: Methods and Analytical Approach for Activities at the MCAS Cherry Point Range Complex
Abstract
The United States Department of the Navy is required to assess impacts of anthropogenic sound in the water on protected marine species in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This report applies to the U.S. Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point (MCAS Cherry Point) Environmental Impact Statement and describes the methods and analytical approach to quantifying the number of potential effects to marine species as a result of training activities occurring at MCAS Cherry Point. Stock breakouts are also discussed to present a comprehensive overview of the methods to quantify acoustic impacts on marine mammals. The Navy Acoustics Effect Model (NAEMO) serves as the primary data entry point for activity information and as a repository for modeling output and estimated effects. The Navy used specific information about environmental conditions, best available marine species data, and projected activities within MCAS Cherry Point as inputs into NAEMO.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 27, 2020
- Accession Number
- AD1097251
Entities
People
- Benjamin M. Bartley
- Jessica A. Greene
- Jessica B. Desrochers
- Joseph O. Fayton
- Kevin N. Nelson
- Laura M. Sparks
- Monica L. Deangelis
- Peter H. Hulton
Organizations
- Naval Undersea Warfare Center