Symposium on the integration of ecological aspects in coastal engineering projects

1982 ◽  
Vol 16 (7) ◽  
pp. 1795
Keyword(s):  
Coastal Engineering ◽  
Ecological Aspects ◽  
Engineering Projects

Decision-Making in Coastal Engineering

1984 ◽  
Vol 16 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 759-769
Author(s):  
J Wessel ◽  
R Bidwell ◽  
E J Pullen
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Coastal Engineering ◽  
Political Support ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Legal Power ◽  
Complex Projects ◽  
Ecological Aspects ◽  
Decision Making Processes ◽  
Special Committees ◽  
Engineering Projects

One of the major objectives of this symposium is to promote the integration of ecological aspects into the decision-making processes associated with coastal engineering projects and the protection and longterm management of the areas around the projects. In the decision-making process we can distinguish: participants, issues, strategies, procedures and interferences in the process. Each of these elements may incorporate environmental aspects in the decision-making process. In case of very large and complex projects special measures will be required, for instance the creation of special committees or boards with adequate political support and legal power.

scholarly journals Complete Proceedings - Single PDF Download

1988 ◽  
Vol 1 (21) ◽  
Author(s):  
Billy L. Edge
Keyword(s):  
Civil Engineer ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Wind Waves ◽  
Coastal Engineering ◽  
Coastal Processes ◽  
Ship Motions ◽  
Coastal Structures ◽  
Wave Characteristics ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Engineering Projects

This book contains over 220 papers presented at the 21st International Conference on Coastal Engineering. The book is divided into six parts: theoretical and observed wave characteristics; coastal processes and sediment transport; coastal structures and related problems; coastal, estuarine and environmental problems; case studies; and ship motions. The individual papers include such topics as the effects of wind, waves, storms and currents, erosion, sedimentation, and beach nourishment. Special emphasis is given to case studies of completed engineering projects. With the inclusion of both the theoretical and the practical, these papers provide the civil engineer with a broad range of information on coastal engineering.

Appropriate Methods for Tropical Coastal Resource Inventory and Monitoring

1984 ◽  
Vol 16 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 541-550
Author(s):  
R M Watson
Keyword(s):  
Economic Status ◽  
Coastal Engineering ◽  
Matrix Analysis ◽  
Eastern Africa ◽  
Monitoring Methods ◽  
Aerial Surveillance ◽  
Tropical Regions ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Inventory And Monitoring ◽  
Engineering Projects

Most investments in research, development and management for coastal engineering projects have taken place in temperate zones, usually in areas of highly developed infrastructures. There is a need for more coastal engineering in poor tropical regions, and many contend that the economic status of this part of the world is a consequence of poorly developed infrastructures. The provision of appropriate information on resources and ecology in the tropics, against which coastal engineering projects can be evaluated, requires special techniques for inventory and monitoring. Methods are influenced by the particular biologies of tropical coastal ecosystems, and by the undeveloped state of economies and infrastructures. A selection of methods found suitable for tropical coastal studies in Eastern Africa is described, including remote sensing, multi-stage sampling, non-biased quantification techniques, fixed point monitoring, low-level aerial surveillance and reconnaissance, an aerial collecting drogue, and a matrix analysis for evaluating environmental consequences in valid economic terms.

COASTAL ENGINEERING 2000

2000 ◽  
Vol 1 (27) ◽  
Author(s):  
Billy L. Edge
Keyword(s):  
Wind Waves ◽  
Storm Surges ◽  
Coastal Engineering ◽  
Coastal Processes ◽  
Coastal Structures ◽  
Wave Groups ◽  
Coastal Waves ◽  
Waves And Currents ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Engineering Projects

*** Available Only Through ASCE *** http://ascelibrary.aip.org/browse/asce/vol_title.jsp?scode=C This Proceedings contains more than 300 papers presented at the 27th International Conference on Coastal Engineering, which was held in Sydney, Australia, 16-21 July 2000. The Proceedings is divided into five parts: characteristics of coastal waves and currents; long period waves, storm surges and wave groups; coastal structures; coastal processes and sediment transport; and coastal, estuarine, and environmental problems. The individual papers include such topics as the effects of wind, waves, storms, and currents as well as the study of sedimentation, erosion, and beach nourishment. Special emphasis is given to case studies of completed engineering projects. With the inclusion of both theoretical and practical information, these papers provide the civil engineer and professionals in related fields with a broad range of information on coastal engineering and coastal processes affecting design and operations in the coastal zone.This Proceedings contains more than 300 papers presented at the 27th International Conference on Coastal Engineering, which was held in Sydney, Australia, 16-21 July 2000. The Proceedings is divided into five parts: characteristics of coastal waves and currents; long period waves, storm surges and wave groups; coastal structures; coastal processes and sediment transport; and coastal, estuarine, and environmental problems. The individual papers include such topics as the effects of wind, waves, storms, and currents as well as the study of sedimentation, erosion, and beach nourishment. Special emphasis is given to case studies of completed engineering projects. With the inclusion of both theoretical and practical information, these papers provide the civil engineer and professionals in related fields with a broad range of information on coastal engineering and coastal processes affecting design and operations in the coastal zone.This Proceedings contains more than 300 papers presented at the 27th International Conference on Coastal Engineering, which was held in Sydney, Australia, 16-21 July 2000. The Proceedings is divided into five parts: characteristics of coastal waves and currents; long period waves, storm surges and wave groups; coastal structures; coastal processes and sediment transport; and coastal, estuarine, and environmental problems. The individual papers include such topics as the effects of wind, waves, storms, and currents as well as the study of sedimentation, erosion, and beach nourishment. Special emphasis is given to case studies of completed engineering projects. With the inclusion of both theoretical and practical information, these papers provide the civil engineer and professionals in related fields with a broad range of information on coastal engineering and coastal processes affecting design and operations in the coastal zone. *********** This volume was originally published by ASCE. ASCE database link, for record and hard copy purchase: http://cedb.asce.org/cgi/WWWdisplay.cgi?126156

scholarly journals GEOLOGY IN SHORELINE ENGINEERING AND ITS APPLICATION TO MASSACHUSETTS BEACH PROBLEMS

2000 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 9
Author(s):  
L. W. Currier
Keyword(s):  
Coastal Engineering ◽  
The Other ◽  
Engineering Science ◽  
Geologic History ◽  
Planning And Design ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
History Of ◽  
Sea Wall ◽  
Engineering Projects ◽  
Geologic Processes

At the outset I wish to make it clear that I am presenting this subject as a geologist, and not as a coastal engineer. I stand only on the fringe of that area of engineering science, and it would be presumptuous of me to discuss techniques of shoreline engineering. On the other hand, analysis of geologic processes that have molded and are now molding the shoreline furnishes basic terrane data of importance in the solution of coastal problems. As a geologist, then, perhaps I may properly point out the pertinency of geology to these problems, and indicate the kinds of appropriate data that are within the province of the geologist to explore and interpret. More or less an observer on the sidelines, I have for some time been impressed by the intricacies of the problems involved in coastal engineering projects. Such engineering is, of course, highly scientific and technological. But it seems to me that it is also somewhat of an art, for it is strongly tempered by experience, and the success of a calculated solution to a problem is often anxiously awaited by the engineer when the project is completed. There seems to be less of the sliderule certainty that characterizes the planning and design of a bridge. Will the sea-wall, the jetty, or the offshore breakwater, for examples, accomplish the intended results? Sometimes they do not because of some unrealized factors. Such factors are often obscure geologic conditions - unrecognized because the geologic regimens along shores seem to be very delicately balanced with respect to several factors, and to be sensitive to even slight interferences, despite the massiveness of the natural forces that are at work. The geologic history of the coast, translated to the present, together with minutiae of existing geologic features may demonstrate such obscure factors. It behooves the engineer, therefore, to seek the offices of geologic sciences. Perhaps at this point I may be pardoned to related digression if - to employ the vernacular - I "get something off my chest".

Environmental Conflicts in a Rapidly Growing Coastal Economy: The Case of South Florida

1984 ◽  
Vol 16 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 659-666
Author(s):  
Andrew A Dzurik
Keyword(s):  
Power Plant ◽  
Nuclear Power Plant ◽  
Coastal Wetlands ◽  
Nuclear Power ◽  
Barrier Islands ◽  
Coastal Environment ◽  
Coastal Engineering ◽  
South Florida ◽  
Environmental Conflicts ◽  
Engineering Projects

The coastal areas of South Florida contain hundreds of kilometers of beaches, barrier islands, estuaries and coastal wetlands; they also hold most of the state's major centers of population. As South Florida continues to grow rapidly, numerous environmental problems associated with coastal engineering projects must be addressed. The paper discusses selected states legislation and several notable examples of conflicts between development and the coastal environment: construction on coastal wetlands; water supply requirements of rapid growth; nuclear power plant siting; and protection of beaches and barrier islands. It also considers the need to resolve such conflicts and to balance the requirements of coastal engineering projects with environmental protection.

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