Monitoring harbor dredging and sedimentary changes in coastal habitats of the Santa Cruz Bight, California

Author

Steven G. Watt, California State University, Monterey Bay

Date

2003

Document Type

Master's Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science (M.S.)

Department

Moss Landing Marine Laboratories

Abstract

A unique case-study was conducted in Santa Cruz, California that included an experimental harbor dredging event into the natural framework of a dynamic, coastal environment. The Santa Cruz Harbor was permitted to dredge mixed sand and mud sediment into the surf-zone at Twin Lakes Beach. This fine-grained dredging experiment is the first of its kind in California. A challenge to the EPA's "80/20" rule which states that dredged (non-toxic) sediment released into the surf-zone should contain at least 80% sand-sized material.

Comments

Thesis (M.S.) Division of Science and Environmental Policy. Moss Landing Marine Laboratories

Recommended Citation

Watt, Steven G., "Monitoring harbor dredging and sedimentary changes in coastal habitats of the Santa Cruz Bight, California" (2003). Capstone Projects and Master's Theses. 94.
https://digitalcommons.csumb.edu/caps_thes/94