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Handbook of Coastal Processes and Erosion, Chapter 11: Principles of Beach Nourishment

Paul D. Iomar

This guide gives a framework for designing beach nourishment projects and weighing the trade-offs between different sediment sources. Other topics include estimating the life expectancy and slope adjustment for a project.
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