Fort McMurray Magnetic Observatory
| Name | Fort McMurray |
|---|---|
| IAGA code | FMC |
| Location | Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada |
| Latitude | 56.598° N |
| Longitude | 248.685° E |
| Elevation | 386m |
| Geomagnetic Latitude | 63.221° N |
| Geomagnetic Longitude | 310.230° E |
| Orientation | HDZF |
| In Operation since: | 2014 |
Geomagnetic coordinates are approximations calculated using the 13th generation IGRF at epoch 2024.5.
Background
Fort McMurray magnetic observatory, located in Canada, was installed and commissioned in December 2014. This is a joint project between BGS and Halliburton Group Canada to improve the accuracy, safety and efficiency of directional drilling operations in northern Alberta.
Current Observatories
Historical Observatories
