A Natural Solution to Eroding Shorelines
A living shoreline uses natural materials to protect the coast from erosion. They offer a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional ‘hard’ armoring methods such as seawalls and bulkheads. Living shorelines become stable over time as they accumulate sediment and promote natural shoreline growth.
We design and install personalized living shorelines based on specific site conditions, and can work with you to meet the specific challenges of protecting your property. It is important to note that we permit all living shorelines in marine environments through the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services Bureau of Coastal Management (SCDES BCM).
We specialize in designing and implementing living shoreline projects and our team is here to guide you through the entire process, from start to finish!
Benefits of Living Shorelines
- Rebuilds lost shoreline by trapping sediment behind the living shoreline.
- Reduces erosion by absorbing wave energy and providing a buffer between the water and the shoreline.
- Increases habitat for a variety of fish, shellfish, and other wildlife, which is important for both the ecological and economic health of coastal communities.
- Improves water quality. Oysters filter several gallons of water per day.
- Increases storm resilience. Living shorelines can help to reduce the damage caused by storms for the same reasons they help reduce erosion.
- Reduces maintenance costs. Living shorelines require less maintenance than traditional hard armoring methods such as seawalls and bulkheads.
- Reduces installation costs. More cost effective per linear foot when compared with seawalls and bulkheads.
