Long Key Living Shoreline Project

under construction

Monroe County's living shoreline project on Long Key integrates Wave Attenuation Devices (WADs) with seagrass nurseries and native planting to prevent coastal erosion. The project involves installation of pyramid-shaped concrete reef units designed to accelerate habitat creation, protect juvenile fish, and promote seagrass and mangrove recovery through reduced wave energy and natural sediment accretion. The project includes rigorous site-specific analysis, custom engineering, and oversight to safeguard mangroves and ensure durability in harsh saltwater conditions.