Posted on January 20, 2025
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Following the wreckage of Hurricanes Ian and Debby, the coastline suffered severe erosion which will be renourished by a United States Army Corps of Engineers Charleston District-funded contract, the city said Thursday.
The $72 million contract was awarded to Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company which intends to place two million cubic yards of material along 26 miles of the Grand Strand’s coastline.
Senior Project Manager of the Charleston District of the United States Corps of Engineers Dudley Patrick said this has been in the works for quite some time.
It’s about a 26 mile beach project initiated back in November 2022 after Hurricane Ian came through in September,” said Patrick
A press release from the city says the project will protect life and infrastructure behind the dunes along the Grand Strand and help sustain the area’s $12.5 billion annual tourism industry.
There’s a lot of ground to cover, and we will restore the beaches to their full template we call it,” said Patrick.
Work is expected to begin this spring with “clearly marked” construction zones and a “top priority” of safety, according to the city.
“By working together and following safety guidelines, we can complete this vital project efficiently while keeping everyone safe,” the city press release said.
An online tracker on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Charleston District’s website will update daily to show the exact locations where the beach is being impacted by the project. To track the construction click here.
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