Study of erosion along Homer spit and vicinity, Kachemak Bay, Alaska

Report (1965)
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Erosion Earthquake Spit
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01-10-1965

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Proceedings Santa Barbara specialty conference

Abstract

This is a progress report on the Homer Spit Beach Erosion Study. Information is presented regarding the rapid acceleration of the erosion processes due to the subsidence of the Homer Spit during the 27 March 1964 earthquake. The effect on existing groins both before and after the quake are discussed. Immediately after the quake, emergency measures were required to prevent wave and high water damage to existing structures on the Spit. The results concerning the effectiveness of these measures are presented for evaluation, along with the basic data gathered for the erosion study and some of the problems encountered.