Assessment of Beach Nourishment Methods, Material and Ecological Effects

Simply stated, beach nourishment is the introduction of sediment onto a beach. In most cases, the sediment is sand and the beach is in an eroded condition. The process supplements the diminishing supply of natural sediment. Nourished shorelines provide two primary benefits: increased area for recreation, and greater protection against coastal storms. Other tangible benefits include tourism revenues, restored wildlife habitats, enhanced public health and safety, increased coastal access, and reduced need for hard structures. Also, ecological effects are known as negative impacts of beach nourishment. There are considerable countermeasures to minimize its impacts on ecosystem components.

Keywords:

Beach Nourishment , Sedimentation , Nourishment Methods , Ecological Effects