Environmental Compliance Research for ONR 312OA At-Sea Experiments
Abstract
LONG-TERM GOALS. The long-term goal of this effort is to facilitate ONR 321 Ocean Acoustics Program at-sea experiments through the preparation of scientifically rigorous environmental compliance documentation. OBJECTIVES. The objective of this effort is to conduct analyses of the potential impacts of ocean acoustics tests and to prepare environmental documents compliant with applicable Federal and State statutes and DoD/DoN regulations and policies. APPROACH. For each at-sea underwater active acoustic experiment under ONR 321OA sponsorship, a team of marine biologists, acousticians, and analysts study proposed scenarios, acoustic source properties, forecast acoustic conditions, and marine species populations and vulnerabilities to determine potential impacts and develop mitigation measures.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 30, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA630910
Entities
People
- James Messegee
- Kathleen Vigness-raposa
- William R. Metzger