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R.H. Charlier and Chr. P. De Meyer
Fig. 34 : De Haan : beach after completion of works
3.3
Projects Under Study
3.3.1
India
Beach nourishment has been recommended for the 300 km (186 mi) of severely
eroding southwest coast of India as far back as nearly twenty years ago, when a
short segment was restored at Purakkad.
3.3.2
Lazio Coast, Italy
A feasibility study for coastal protection works on the Lazio Coast in Italy,
showed that beach nourishment could be considered as an effective and
apparently preferable alternative to the traditional btfilding of detached
breakwaters. Appropriate sand qualities are required to contribute to predominant
longshore transport. A future maintenance program of the beach based on a 5
year-cycle has been suggested.