Document Type
Report
Department/Program
Virginia Institute of Marine Science
Publication Date
1989
Abstract
Objectives: A pilot study was undertaken in July 1988 to: 1. Provide an estimate of the location and size of offshore sand resources suitable for beach nourishment. 2. Perform beach surveys and associated sampling for determining beach equilibrium configurations. 3. Provide a preliminary assessment of sites suitable for beach enhancement. 4. Provide a preliminary assessment of areas having extraordinary environmental sensitivity. Emphasis was given.to Oranje Baai and adjoining regions.
Keywords
Beach nourishment -- Sint Eustatius, Shore protection -- Sint Eustatius
Recommended Citation
Boon, J. D., Byrne, R. J., Wright, L. D., Gammisch, R. A., & Calliari, L. J. (1989) Preliminary assessment of beaches and offshore sand resources of St. Eustatius, Netherlands Antilles : a report to the Government of St. Eustatius. Virginia Institute of Marine Science, William & Mary. https://scholarworks.wm.edu/reports/2426
