Dune Restoration at Southwick Beach State Park

Located on the eastern shore of Lake Ontario, Southwick Beach State Park has historically experienced strong winds and sand erosion, leading to long-term damage to the beach parking area and surrounding infrastructure. This civil engineering and environmental engineering project was designed to reduce erosion, improve water quality, and implement sustainable stormwater management practices. Beardsley Architects + Engineers supported the effort by assisting with the NYS Environmental Facilities Corporation’s Green Innovation Grant Program and providing full coordination throughout design and construction.

Project improvements included restoring the dune system to reduce wind-driven erosion and flood risk, using permeable pavement and grass overflow parking to support stormwater infiltration, and realigning approximately 1,400 feet of roadway. The site was enhanced with three parking areas, an 850-foot pedestrian and bicycle trail, and a culvert system to improve site drainage and connectivity.

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