The sensor and platform types available for mapping coastline at the mean high water mark are displayed in the table below. Click on the figure to view mapping options for the mean low water mark.

Options for mapping or monitoring coastline

Passive imaging systems Airborne digital photography Satellite multispectral, fine resolution Satellite multispectral, medium resolution Airborne hyperspectral Satellite hyperspectral, medium resolution Satellite hyperspectral, coarse resolution Airborne photography Active imaging systems Airborne radar Satellite radar Airborne laser Underwater acoustics Field based Boat-based Diving Snorkelling