Nature-Based Solutions Case Study

Louisiana Outer Coast Restoration

State/Territory: Louisiana

This project aimed to restore beach, dune, and back-barrier marsh habitats at four barrier island locations in Louisiana (Chenier Ronquille, Shell Island, North Breton Island, and Caillou Lake Headlands). These restoration projects will restore habitat for brown pelicans, terns, skimmers, and gulls, and increase the resiliency of the islands to sea-level rise and storm surges. This project is a collaboration between the State of Louisiana, the Department of the Interior, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Restoration included sediment nourishment, sand fencing, and native vegetation plantings in both marsh and dune habitats.

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Habitat Types

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Coastal Habitats

Strategies

Nature-based strategies examined in this case study.

Coastal Marsh Restoration

Dune Restoration

Beach Nourishment

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Adapt to Sea Level Rise

Reduce Erosion

Support Native Plants

Support Wildlife

Sourcing

Case study originally found at: https://www.gulfspillrestoration.noaa.gov/project?id=35