### Question
How does OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF LANDS define distance?


### Answer
Under *43 U.S.C. § 1356a*, **distance** is defined as:

> minimum great circle distance, measured in statute miles

#### Citation:
  - *43 U.S.C. § 1356a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 29-SUBMERGED LANDS > SUBCHAPTER III-OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF LANDS**

