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Non-Structural Shore Protection

Because of the many problems with flood and erosion control structures, there has been a shift in recent years toward non-structural shore stabilization techniques. Non-structural shore protection measures generally seek to enhance the natural ability of shorelines to absorb and dissipate storm energy without interfering with natural beach, dune, and bank processes.

For an overview table of shore protection options in Massachusetts, see the Massachusetts Coastal Hazards Commission’s final report–Preparing for the Storm: Recommendations for Management of Risk from Coastal Hazards in Massachusetts, Appendix C.

Some non-structural shore protection techniques for your community to consider include:



 

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