Tides and Currents in Fanning Atoll Lagoon

Abstract

As part of the Fanning Island Expedition 1970, selected physical studies were conducted in the atoll lagoon. The major effort was the measurement of volume, salt, and heat transports through the three main atoll openings over a 24-hour period. In addition, lagoon and ocean tides were recorded, and a cursory survey was made of circulation in a small, reef-enclosed pond within the lagoon.