Welcome to ESDS

This system contains hydrographic surveys and depth information produced by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Norfolk District. The surveys and depths are of navigation channels maintained by the Corps. This system is designed to provide pilots and agencies with additional information to support official navigational aids. If you are having technical difficulties or require assistance in retrieving information from this system, please contact the ESDS Support Team.

Please note that in order to receive automatic email updates when a new survey is added, you must register an account with ESDS.



Bridges across Southern Branch (looking south) Coal Terminal Portsmouth Marine Terminal Mechanical Dredge
Cutterhead Dredge Survey Vessel Vessel Mechanical Dredge