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Ecosystems Wave Attenuation System

Piling-mounted permeable concrete wave barrier that reduces shoreline erosion while preserving tidal flow and creating habitat.

Description

The EcoSystems Wave Attenuator is a living wave barrier offered as an alternative to bulkheads and rip-rap. Its permeable, open configuration dissipates wave energy while letting water pass freely, preserving tidal exchange and sediment transport.

Key features

  • Design has exceeded U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permeable flushing requirements
  • Piling mount foundation prevents sinking, shifting or overturning in storms
  • Creates habitat while protecting the shoreline

Applications

Shoreline protection; installations include Deadman's Island (Gulf Breeze, FL), Eastport Yacht Club (Annapolis, MD), Cape Fear River (Moncure, NC), Pamlico Sound (NC) and the Yellow River Aquatic Preserve (Milton, FL).

Specifications

Foundationpiling mount

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