Barrier Island Erosion and Land Loss Study
Author: Louisiana Geological Survey
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Published: 1989
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Author: Louisiana Geological Survey
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Published: 1989
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Robert A. Morton
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Published: 2008-07
Total Pages: 44
ISBN-13: 1437902596
DOWNLOAD EBOOKBeach erosion is a chronic problem along open-ocean shores of the U.S. As coastal populations continue to grow and community infrastructures are threatened by erosion, there is increased demand for accurate info. regarding past and present trends and rates of shoreline movement, and a need for a comprehensive analysis of shoreline movement. This report on states bordering the Gulf of Mexico (Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas) summarizes the methods of analysis, interprets the results, provides explanations regarding the historical and present trends and rates of change, and describes how different coastal communities are responding to coastal erosion in 2004 (prior to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita). Illustrations.
Author: S. Jeffress Williams
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Published: 1992
Total Pages: 24
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Craig Hamilton Everts
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Published: 1981
Total Pages: 20
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Published: 1989
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Orrin H. Pilkey
Publisher: Washington, D.C. : American Geophysical Union
Published: 1989
Total Pages: 88
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Published: 2006-02-23
Total Pages: 204
ISBN-13: 0309164907
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDuring the past 50 years, coastal Louisiana has suffered catastrophic land loss due to both natural and human causes. This loss has increased storm vulnerability and amplified risks to lives, property, and economies-a fact underscored by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Drawing Louisiana's New Map reviews a restoration plan proposed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the State of Louisiana, finding that, although the individual projects in the study are scientifically sound, there should be more and larger scale projects that provide a comprehensive approach to addressing land loss over such a large area. More importantly, the study should be guided by a detailed map of the expected future landscape of coastal Louisiana that is developed from agreed upon goals for the region and the nation.
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Published: 2007-05-04
Total Pages: 189
ISBN-13: 0309103460
DOWNLOAD EBOOKLike ocean beaches, sheltered coastal areas experience land loss from erosion and sea level rise. In response, property owners often install hard structures such as bulkheads as a way to prevent further erosion, but these structures cause changes in the coastal environment that alter landscapes, reduce public access and recreational opportunities, diminish natural habitats, and harm species that depend on these habitats for shelter and food. Mitigating Shore Erosion Along Sheltered Coasts recommends coastal planning efforts and permitting policies to encourage landowners to use erosion control alternatives that help retain the natural features of coastal shorelines.
Author: Rajesh Srinivas
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Published: 1992
Total Pages: 190
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Shea Penland
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Published: 1989
Total Pages: 258
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