Guidelines for sand nourishment

Science and Synthesis for NSW

Artificial emplacement of sand (or coarser material) to improve beach amenity and/or increase protection for backshore assets.

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Date

24 October 2017

Publisher

University of New South Wales Water Research Laboratory

Type

Publication

Cost

Free

Language

English

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ISBN 978-0-73343-778-6

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Pages 54

Name sand-nourishment-guidelines-science-synthesis-nsw.pdf

Beach nourishment is one possible protection adaptation pathway to coastal hazards. It may be a standalone measure for protection, or be used to improve the beach amenity when used in combination with other adaptation measures such as a seawall.

This report provides a concise overview of the main considerations if beach nourishment projects are to be implemented in New South Wales in the future.

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