Nature-Based Solutions Case Study

West Grand Terre Beach Nourishment and Stabilization

State/Territory: Louisiana

This project restored 295 acres of beach and dune habitat and created or restored 144 acres of intertidal marsh habitat in Jefferson Parish immediately northeast of Grand Isle, Louisiana. These restoration projects will protect 14,000 linear feet of shoreline along West Grand Terre Island from sea-level rise, erosion, wave action, and storm surges. These restoration projects included sediment placement, native vegetation plantings, sand fencing, and constructing shoreline protection structures, such as rock breakwaters. This project will also enhance recreational opportunities. The total authorized budget was $92,500,000.00.

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Coastal Habitats

Strategies

Nature-based strategies examined in this case study.

Beach Nourishment

Dune Restoration

Coastal Marsh Restoration

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Adapt to Sea Level Rise

Provide Recreational Opportunities

Reduce Erosion

Support Wildlife

Sourcing

Case study originally found at: https://www.gulfspillrestoration.noaa.gov/project?id=245