Nature-Based Solutions Tool

Beach Nourishment

Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection

Beach stability determinations, information about permit requirements, and monitoring plans are just some of the information presented in this practical guide. The authors provide a helpful six-step plan for beach nourishment and address the problem of getting source sediment to match the sediment of the receiving beach.

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Audience

Resource managers, planners, engineers, and decisionmakers

Expertise Required

Low

Geography

State - Massachusetts, but broadly applicable

Relevant Phases

Design, Siting, Monitoring/Assessment, Permitting

Tool Type

Informational Resources

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