USGS Western Region Coastal and Marine Geology

Torresan, M.E., and Gardner, J.V.,2000, Acoustic Mapping of the Regional Seafloor Geology in and Around Hawaiian Ocean Dredged-Material Disposal Sites, U.S. Geological Survey Open-file Report 00-124.

Figure 22 - Hilo multibeam shaded-relief map.

Compare to Plates 7 and 8 for details of seafloor morphology. Note the four numbered submerged terraces that compose this portion of the Hilo Ridge. The terraces were formed during ancient low-stands of sea level. Sun illumination: azimuth 345 degrees; angle 45 degrees.

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[Fig 22 Hilo Shaded Relief Map ]

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