Chesapeake Bay Bridge

IR (4,3,1), resulting image size: 512 x 512, starting pixel = (4060,1920), subsample factor = 2.

This view (every other pixel) shows the bay bridge and Annapolis area. Note the that unlike Liberty Reservoir, the water in the Chesapeake Bay is not as dark. The twin spans of the bay bridge are visible as are some large ships south of the bridge.

IR (4,3,1), resulting image size: 512 x 512, starting pixel = (4290,2130), subsample factor = 1.

Close-up of bay bridge, showing every pixel. Some structure is now visible on the large ships, even some color variations. The sedimentation pattern in the water gives an indication of current flow. Part of annapolis may be seen at the left side of the image.

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