Beach Nourishment And Protection; Author: National Research Council; Hardback; Book

Author: National Research Council
Hardback; Book
334 pages
Published: January 1995
National Academy Press
ISBN: 0309052904
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This volume examines the economic and social role of beaches, the history of beach nourishment projects, and management strategies for shore protection. It explores the state of the art in project design and prediction of outcomes, addresses what is known about the environmental impacts of beach nourishment, and identifies what outcomes should be targeted for continued monitoring.Examines the history of beach nourishment projects, especially the federal flood insurance program, and management strategies for beach protection. Provides recommendations on the utility of beach nourishment; the appropriate role of federal agencies; design methodology; and responsibility for cost,