Will Wavebrake help with beach nourishment or impact negatively on adjacent properties?
The positioning of the system is crucial to the success of beach accretion applications and in support of beach nourishment projects. With the movement of sand during storm events, the reduction of the velocity of the water allows for the sand to drop or settle out of the water returning the shore to its natural state. This is similar to stone breakwaters that break the waves and accumulate sand behind the revetment. This design is commonly used in many states in USACE designed projects. The Wavebrake is tethered to the bottom allowing the natural littoral drift of sand between beaches. Because the Wavebrake is adjustable, we are able to eliminate any damage to adjacent properties.
