Virginia Coastal Program: 1997 Coastal Grant Project Description and Final Summary
Project Task:
FY1997 Task 57
Grantee:
Town of Saxis
Project Title:
Saxis Shoreline Management Plan
Project Description as Proposed:
The project consists of developing a Shoreline Management Plan for the Town of Saxis. Saxis' shoreline, which fronts directly on the Chesapeake Bay, is eroding at a severe rate. A detailed study of the eroding shoreline needs to be developed to determine the best course of action in dealing with shoreline erosion in Saxis. The Shoreline Management Plan will be prepared by the Virginia Institute of Marine Science.
Federal Funding:
$15,000
Project Contact:
Charles Tull, 757.824.5631
Project Status:
Final Product Received:
Report: Shoreline Management Plan with Habitat Enhancement for Town of Saxis, Virginia.
Project Summary Provided by Grantee:
The Shoreline Management Plan with Habitat Enhancement for the Town of Saxis, Virginia (the Plan) was developed to provide the Town of Saxis with a solution to control shoreline erosion. Although theMay 1, 2006 to acquire support and funding for implementation. The Plan includes a detailed analysis of historical shoreline movements, a shoreline survey tied to Virginia State Plane coordinates, a wave climate analysis, a biological survey of fauna and flora in the shore zone, and a recommended shoreline plan that includes beakwaters and beach fill for long term shore protection. This composite system was developed using the aforementioned analysis that integrated habitat into the final plan. Although, breakwater systems are not uncommon around Chesapeake Bay and they do provide an environmental edge, this configuration allows for even more habitat creation but not compromising long term shoreline protection.
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Disclaimer: This project summary provides the federal dollars initially awarded to the grantee. Due to underexpenditure or reprogramming of grant funds, this figure may change. For more information on the allocation of coastal grant funds, please contact Laura McKay, Virginia Coastal Program Manager, at 804.698.4323 or email: Laura.McKay@deq.virginia.gov
A more detailed Scope of Work for this project is available. Please direct your request for a copy to Virginia.Witmer@deq.virginia.gov
