The Use of Sand Fences in Barrier Island Restoration: Experience on the Louisiana Coast

Abstract

This System-Wide Water Resources (SWWRP) technical note describes experiences with sand fences to reduce losses by wind-blown sand transport on restored barrier islands in Louisiana. Seven installations of sand fences with various plan view orientations and cross-sectional designs are reviewed. Recommendations are given for use of sand fences in conjunction with restoration of barrier island systems.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 2008
Accession Number
ADA479139

Entities

People

  • Syed M. Khalil

Organizations

  • Engineer Research and Development Center

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Barrier Islands
  • Climate Change
  • Coastal Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Engineers
  • Habitats
  • Islands
  • Louisiana
  • Materials
  • Natural Resources
  • New York
  • Orientation (Direction)
  • Sea Level Rise
  • Shore Protection
  • Shores
  • Storm Surges
  • Water Resources

Readers

  • Archaeological Resource Survey
  • Coastal and Marine Engineering/Sediment Transport/Hydraulic Engineering