Tycom Fiber Optic Cable Project

A biological survey was conducted to supplement geophysical and geomorphological data for a proposed offshore fiber optic cable route. MBC examined the existing data and proposed supplemental studies and  preferred routing. Both biologist-diver surveys and remote operated vehicle (ROV) marine biological surveys were conducted along the proposed submarine cable corridor. Surveys included a characterization of both soft-bottom and hard-bottom substrates. Benthic communities offshore of Hermosa Beach were examined and categorized by substrate and depth to a depth of 600 m. Biologists from MBC interfaced with the California Coastal Commission to discuss the routing and minimize potential impacts from construction of the project.