2011 Map of Lummi Bay OE W

About this map

Strait of Georgia dominates this marine-focused survey, providing a clear view of the deep-water shipping lanes and underwater topography northwest of the Washington coast in 2011. The map highlights the position of Alden Bank, a significant shallow feature within the larger strait that has long influenced maritime navigation and local currents. Running across the southern portion of the sheet is the Ketchikan-Bellingham line, marking a primary transit corridor for vessel traffic between Southeast Alaska and the Puget Sound. This document is a specialized study of the offshore environment, focusing on the bathymetric and navigational landmarks essential to the maritime history of the Salish Sea rather than terrestrial settlements.