This dataset was developed from the written description of the boundaries contained in the Marine and Safety (Pilotage and Navigation) Regulations 2017. There are several commercial working ports within Tasmania. The limits of these ports often cover large areas, which include a full spectrum of on-water activities, including, recreational boating, charter operators, sailing races, as well as commercial shipping. Port waters are those defined by the Marine and Safety (Pilotage and Navigation) Regulations 2017. Rules are in place specific to all vessels operating within these defined port areas.

A multi polygon dataset of the Tasmanian port areas as described in the Marine and Safety (Pilotage and Navigation) Regulations 2017. The data set also has attribution that defines the Port name, zone and its status (Primary or Secondary) as defined in a deed of agreement between EPA Tasmania and TasPorts. Position Accuracy: The boundaries a a replication of the description contained in the Marine and Safety (Pilotage and Navigation) Regulations 2017. Attribute Accuracy: The source data is from the Marine and Safety (Pilotage and Navigation) Regulations 2017, therefore the attributes are 100% accurate when compared to the published regulations Logical Consistency: The spatial data representation has been visually compared to the boundaries as published on nautical charts. Completeness: The data is 100% complete Additional: