A Coastwide High Resolution Seagrass Map for Texas

Summary

The University of Texas at Austin (UT) will use satellite imagery and image classification algorithms to map the current extent and distribution of seagrasses along the Texas coast. UT will then compare the results with maps from 2004/2007 to assess changes in seagrass coverage and identify areas in need of potential conservation or restoration efforts.

 Commencement of work on this project is contingent upon approval from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Basics

Coast Wide
N/A
University of Texas
$492,777

Classification

  • CMP 306
Habitat Restoration/Protection Planning, Study and Data Collection

Timeline

Submitted

Funding Sources

Source 1

Coastal Management Program (CMP)
Primary
Federal
$295,633
30
2026

Source 2

University of Texas
Primary
Other
$197,144

Contacts

University of Texas
Kenneth Dunton Professor 361-749-6744 Email
General Land Office Coastal Resources 800.998.4456 512.475.0773