Georgia Estuaries Circulation Survey

The 1980 Circulation Survey, Southeast Atlantic Coast Estuaries, Sapelo Sound to St. Andrew Sound, Georgia, was conducted from March through June 1980 by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration´s Ship FERREL. Sapelo Sound, Doboy Sound, Altamaha Sound, St. Simons Sound, and their tributaries (collectively referred to as Georgia Estuaries) were studied. Current, tide, meteorological, and conductivity-temperature/depth data were collected. These data were processed and harmonic and nonharmonic analyses results are presented. Investigative methodology and findings with respect to physical characterizations of the Georgia Estuaries are discussed. Findings are important for understanding the physical and ecological dynamics of the region.