Erosion Control

A Rhode Island Coastal Town Makes Ready for High Water

In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, some Rhode Island shore dwellers are moving back, while others are moving up. More

Getting Into Hardscaping

Expand your deck business by partnering with a patio contractor More

Erosion Protection Stirs Controversy (and a Possible Solution) on a South Carolina Beach

The ocean is threatening beachfront property on the Isle of Palms near Charleston, South Carolina. But there’s disagreement about what to do. More

Possible Compromise Seen in Outer Banks Bridge Replacement

A split court decision in the fight over a new bridge to the Outer Banks may be pushing North Carolina environmentalists and the state’s Department of Transportation toward middle ground. More

Cape Cod Homebuyers Weigh Erosion and Climate Concerns

Cape Cod seaside properties are high-value real estate. But after seeing shorelines change from one season to the next, some buyers are having second thoughts. More

Outer Banks Beach Repair Continues Amid Bridge Controversy

Stopgap replenishment of beaches along North Carolina’s Outer Banks barrier islands is continuing. But so is the controversy over long-term access to the fragile islands. More

Curved Deck on a Flood-Prone Riverbank

A unique multi-level structure is built to withstand 20-foot floods More

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House Move: Saving a Luxury Home From Beach Erosion

When a compromised island setting requires moving not one, but four, massive structures, the logistical challenges are daunting and the process is nothing short of impressive. More

Feds Will Spread More Sand on the Outer Banks

It’s a short-term tactic with long odds of success, but the government is ready to renourish the slender beaches that lie between North Carolina Route 12 and the Atlantic. More

Sandbags Spur Beach-Front Controversy

Homeowners on South Carolina’s Isle of Palms are trying to fend off an encroaching ocean — with mixed results. More

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