Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Public Lands and Surveys. Subcommittee on Senate Resolution 250Publisher:
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Category : Oregon
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
Location of Sand Island
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Public Lands and Surveys. Subcommittee on Senate Resolution 250Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Oregon
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
Location of Sand Island. Hearings Before a Subcommittee ... Pursuant to S. Res. 250 ... Aug. 23-24, 1926
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Public lands and surveysPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 142
Book Description
Islands in the Sand
Author: Daniel A. McCarthyPublisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030403572
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 480
Book Description
Nearshore hardbottom reefs of Florida’s east coast are used by over 1100 species of fishes, invertebrates, algae, and sea turtles. These rocky reefs support reproduction, settlement, and habitat use, and are energy sources and sinks. They are also buried by beach renourishment projects in which artificial reefs are used for mitigation. This comprehensive book is for research scientists and agency personnel, yet accessible to interested laypersons including beachfront residents and water-users. An unprecedented collection of research information and often stunning color photographs are assembled including over 1250 technical citations and 127 figures. These shallow reefs are part of a mosaic of coastal shelf habitats including estuarine seagrasses and mangroves, and offshore coral reefs. These hardbottom habitats are federally designated as Essential Fish Habitats - Habitats of Particular Concern and are important feeding areas for federally-protected sea turtles. Organismal and assemblage responses to natural and man-made disturbances, including climate change, are examined in the context of new research and management opportunities for east Florida’s islands in the sand.
Sand Island Shore Protection Plan, Oahu
Author: Sand Island Shore Protection, Honolulu, Hawaii
Author: The North Carolina Shore and Its Barrier Islands
Author: Orrin H. PilkeyPublisher: Duke University Press
ISBN: 9780822322245
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
The North Carolina Shore and Its Barrier Islands is the latest volume in the series, Living with the Shore. Replacing an earlier volume, this thoroughly new book provides a diverse guide to one of America's most popular shorelines. As is true for all books in the series, it is based on the premise that understanding the changing nature of beaches and barrier islands is essential if we are to preserve them for future generations. Evidence that the North Carolina shore is changing is never hard to find, but recently the devastation wrought by Hurricane Fran and the perilous situation of the historic lighthouse at Cape Hatteras have reminded all concerned of the fragility of this coast. Arguing for a policy of intelligent development, one in which residential and commercial structures meet rather than confront the changing nature of the shore, the authors have included practical information on hazards of many kinds--storms, tides, floods, erosion, island migration, and earthquakes. Diagrams and photographs clearly illustrate coastal processes and aid in understanding the impact of hurricanes and northeasters, wave and current dynamics, as well as pollution and other environmental destruction due to overdevelopment. A chapter on estuaries provides related information on the shores of back barrier areas that are growing in popularity for recreational residences. Risk maps focus on the natural hazards of each island and together with construction guidelines provide a basis for informed island management. Lastly, the dynamics of coastal politics and management are reviewed through an analysis of the controversies over the decision to move the Cape Hatteras lighthouse and a proposed effort to stabilize Oregon Inlet. From the natural and historic perspective of the opening chapters to the regional discussions of individual barrier islands, this book is both a primer on coastal processes for the first time visitor as well as a guide to hazard identification for property owners.
The Outer Banks Gazetteer
Author: Roger L. PaynePublisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 1469662299
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 498
Book Description
The rich history of North Carolina's Outer Banks is reflected in the names of its towns, geographic features, and waterways. A book over twenty years in the making, The Outer Banks Gazetteer is a comprehensive reference guide to the region's place names—over 3,000 entries in all. Along the way, Roger L. Payne has cataloged an incredible history of beaches, inlets, towns and communities, islands, rivers, and even sand dunes. There are also many entries for locations that no longer exist—inlets that have disappeared due to erosion or storms, abandoned towns, and Native American villages—which highlight important and nearly forgotten places in North Carolina's history. Going beyond simply recounting the facts behind the names, Payne offers information-packed and entertainingly written stories of North Carolina, its coastal geography, and its people. Perfect for anyone interested in the North Carolina coast, this invaluable reference guide uncovers the history of one of the most-visited areas in the Southeast.
The World Factbook 2009
Author: Publisher: Government Printing Office
ISBN: 9780160873591
Category : Gazetteers
Languages : en
Pages : 816
Book Description
The ultimate authoritative source for information on all the nations of the world. Provides current data for more than 250 countries and territories.
The World Factbook 2009
Author: Publisher: Central Intelligence Agency
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 824
Book Description
In general, information available as of January 1, 2009 was used in the preparation of this edition. Provides brief information on the geography, people, government, economy, communications, and defense of countries and regions around the world. Contains information on international organizations. Designed to meet the specific requirements of United States Government Officials in style, format, coverage, and content. Includes 3 unattached maps.
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