This line shapefile represents bathymetric contour line coverage for a region of the central California coast from approximately Point Arena to Lopez Point, south of Monterey. The coverage offshore extent is varied, ranging from under 45 miles to over 120 miles. Isobath resolution is generally 10 meters on the continental shelf and 50 meters beyond. The intended use for this layer is to aid watershed planning and analysis. Circuit Rider Productions and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (2002). Bathymetric Contours, Central California Coast, 1998. Circuit Rider Productions. Available at: http://purl.stanford.edu/yy154bp1574 The coverage is not suitable for navigation. The contours are one possible interpretation based on chosen contouring procedures. This layer is presented in the WGS84 coordinate system for web display purposes. Downloadable data are provided in native coordinate system or projection.