infrastructureseawalls
Infrastructure seawalls are engineered coastal barriers designed to protect inland infrastructure such as roads, utilities, and buildings from waves, storm surge, and shoreline erosion. They function as hard stabilization elements that stabilize the landward edge of infrastructure corridors exposed to the sea. Common forms include vertical concrete seawalls, sloped or stepped walls, and hybrid or composite systems that may incorporate rock armour, sheet piles, or gabions. They are typically built along urban coastlines, port facilities, and other areas where protecting assets is a priority.
Design considerations address coastal dynamics and durability. Engineers assess wave climate, tide range, storm surge, sea-level
Benefits include reduced flood risk and shoreline stability for valuable infrastructure and property. Limitations involve possible
Planning often considers alternatives such as living shorelines, beach nourishment, detached breakwaters, and dune restoration as