Denmark’s Depth Model Version 2.0 – Improved Compilation of Bathymetric Data Within the Danish Waters

TitleDenmark’s Depth Model Version 2.0 – Improved Compilation of Bathymetric Data Within the Danish Waters
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year2024
AuthorsMasetti, G, Granding, PSigaard, Langdahl, K, Schwenger, LMondberg, Kristmar, KVilladsen
JournalInternational Hydrographic Review
Volume30(2)
Pages50-63
Date PublishedNovember
PublisherInternational Hydrographic Bureau
Place PublishedMonaco
Keywordsdigital bathymetric model, ocean mapping, open geospatial data

Denmark’s Depth Model version 2.0 (DDM v2.0) is the latest iteration of a Digital Bathymetric Model (DBM) for Danish waters, offering a grid resolution of 50 meters. The compilation integrates hundreds of survey datasets, including both modern and historical sources, as well as satellite-derived and crowdsourced bathymetric data. The model is referenced to Mean Sea Level (MSL) datum and – due to the adopted compilation process – is not designed for safety of navigation. DDM v2.0 is accessible through the Danish Geodata Agency's website and constitutes a significant contribution to the European Marine Observation and Data Network (EMODnet) Bathymetry initiative.

DOI10.58440/ihr-30-2-a17
Refereed DesignationRefereed