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Coastal Sand Dunes: A Review of Management Strategies for Dune Stabilization

Peter A. Tereszkiewicz, Leigh A. Provost, and Cassandra Everett
August 20, 2025

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The primary objective of this technical note is to provide a US-centric review on historic and current management approaches for dune stabilization efforts. This includes methods for promoting dune formation via natural aeolian processes, as well as more hands-on management approaches, including hybrid dune construction.

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This project evaluates the effectiveness of hybrid dune systems—combinations of natural and hardened materials—for enhancing coastal protection and barrier island resilience. Through physical and ecological experiment...