Quarry sand is key to an Adelaide beach protection plan. Image: Environment SA
Quarry sand is key to the ongoing management plan for the preservation of Adelaide beaches to combat further erosion.
It has been confirmed 50,000 cubic metres of quarry sand will be delievred to Adelaide’s West Beach which is in addition to the 100,000 cubic metres of sand delivered in 2023.
Up to 15,000 cubic metres of quarry sand will also be delivered to Henley Beach, via the Henley Sailing Club, starting from Tuesday, April 2.
“West Beach is a key location for beach replenishment,” Department for Environment and Water coast manager Arron Broom said.
“By replenishing West Beach, this sand delivery will benefit the broader coastline as, over time, the additional sand will naturally move northward.
“The autumn beach replenishment works will help to provide a protective buffer against storms and windy weather over winter, while also keeping more sand on our beaches.”
The Adelaide coastline is a highly modified environment that needs to be managed as a result of urban development covering much of the original dune system.
The sand will be trucked along the beach from south of the Torrens Outlet to areas in need of replenishment along Henley Beach and Henley Beach South.
The works are expected to take five to six weeks, but to limit disruption to residents and businesses, they will not occur over Easter public holidays, the April school holidays, or on weekends.
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