The tide gauge at Palmer station is an Endeco model 1152, soon to be replaced
by an Aanderaa.
The problen causing data gaps is in a malfunctioning conductivity sensor.
Apart from that, SST and water level sensors are still functioning.
Data are recorded at 10-minute intervals.
Location (including site diagram):
Occupation Records:
Dr Amos is being contacted regarding occupation records for Palmer.
Observation Data Period:
The gauge has been running since January 1992 with some data gaps.
See Amos, A.F., 1993. "Antarctic Journal of the US" 28(5), pp. 162-164.
Value of Coastal Benchmark:
ITRF Coordinates:
Site Photos:
Other Information:
Information supplied by Anthony F. Amos
Research Associate
The University of Texas Marine Science Institute
750 Channelview Drive
Port Aransas, TX 78373-5015
tel (361)-749-6720
fax (361) 749-6777
