coastallowland
Coastallowland is a geomorphological and planning term used to describe extensive low-lying coastal plains characterized by flat topography and soils formed by marine and fluvial processes near the shore. The term combines coast and lowland to highlight the hydrological and land-use implications of these areas, including vulnerability to tidal inundation and sea-level rise. It is used in regional planning and coastal geography to distinguish these zones from higher coastal margins and inland plateaus.
Geography and soils: Coastallowlands are typically at or near sea level, with gently varying elevations and
Ecology: The landscape supports salt marshes, mudflats, and freshwater wetlands, providing habitats for migratory birds, estuarine
Human use: Coastallowlands have long been attractive for agriculture and fisheries, with settlements concentrated along shorelines
Risks and adaptation: Principal challenges include sea-level rise, storm surges, subsidence from groundwater extraction, and sediment
Governance and research: Studying coastallowlands draws on geography, ecology, engineering, and policy. Data sources include topographic