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Nautical Charts Nautical charts provide basic navigational data for ships on lakes, seas, and oceans. |
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They may also contain some data on ground features, landmarks, elevations, and information that can be used for other purposes. Generally, nautical charts show surface and underwater data that is related to navigation. Some topographical maps contain underwater data, however this is not useful for navigation as the measurements and details are more relative to the topographic theme of such maps. Most nautical charts in the Map Collection are located under the U.S. Government, Superintendent of Documents (SuDocs) numbering system, though a few charts are also located under Library of Congress call numbers. The charts may be located using BISON the UB Libraries Catalog, and then retrieving the desired chart from the map drawer. (Refer to the map below for the location of nautical charts in the Map Room). Search Tip: When searching BISON, you may find listings using the following search tip: Enter a subject search, beginning with the body of water or region followed by --navigation to locate related charts. The following is an example:
This will locate all nautical charts coverin the Mediterranean Sea. Since many bodies of water are related to larger bodies, or to land masses, a subject search may not be appropriate. Then use a keyword search such as:
This will locate all charts on Lake Ontario. Sample nautical charts
 Nautical
chart of Pulau Kangean (Kangean Island) [Scale
1:497,000]. Eastern Portion of Jawa: including Madura, Bali
and Lombok. Portion of a chart produced by the Defense
Mapping Agency Hydrographic/Topographic Center, U.S. Air Force.
(147 KB JPGimage) Call Number: US D 5.350: 72035. If you need further assistance, please contact the UGL/SEL Reference Desk by calling 645-2945 or via e-mail at askASL@buffalo.edu |
Nautical
chart of the Buffalo Harbor--Niagara River area
