What is NOAA and what is the agency’s role in the survey?
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a federal agency that conducts scientific research and gathers data about the oceans, atmosphere, space, and sun. NOAA’s mission is to understand and predict changes in the Earth’s environment and conserve and manage coastal and marine resources to meet our nation’s economic, social and environmental needs. NOAA is an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce. NOAA is responsible for the overall coordination and implementation of the Ordnance Reef survey. NOAA offices involved in the survey include: NOAA National Marine Sanctuary Program, NOAA Office of Coast Survey, NOAA Office of Response and Restoration, NOAA Special Projects Office, and NOAA Fisheries Service (Pacific Region). Teledyne Benthos will provide technical support.
