Coastal management (Edexcel GCSE Geography A): Flashcards

Protecting coastlines from erosion and flooding

Constructing artificial barriers for direct protection

Works with natural coastal processes

Concrete/stone barriers deflecting wave energy

$5,000-$10,000

Barriers at right angles to coast, trap sediment

$2,000 (timber)

Natural movement of sand/sediment along coast

Large rocks/blocks placed on shoreline

$1,000-$3,000

Adding sand to eroded beaches

$200

Up to 70%

Artificial structures built in sea away from shore

$5,000