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BEACH RENOURISHMENT PROJECT

The impacts of Hurricane Isaias in August 2020 left our dunes in a state of disrepair. An immediate rebuilding effort for emergency dunes, involving the pushing of sand with bulldozers, was completed in early October 2020. While this helped provide immediate protection, there are still more long-term efforts underway. 

Phase II Nourishment: Important Timeline & Work Zones Updates Provided

Please note: this project is subject to continual changes from multiple factors, including weather, equipment operation, personnel availability, and project area conditions. For the latest updates, please be sure to check and refresh often the Current Beach Nourishment Projects Page of the Town Website, which is being updated frequently here.    

map of beach renourishment
  • (Servicing WEST End) Lockwoods Folly (Currently underway): West End dredging and sand placement at Lockwoods Folly Inlet by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) began on April 3, 2025. the Town can now expect a volume increase from 65,000 cubic yards to 105,000 cubic yards of sand to be placed on the West End (The Point) from the 6700 block, moving east at a 75ft+ width.

Reminder, due to the numerous factors previously mentioned, all operation schedules and work zones are subject to change. The Current Beach Nourishment Projects Page is now being updated frequently, and should be considered the primary source for project information at this linked site.

To stay up to date please follow the link below:

https://www.oakislandnc.gov/residents-visitors/beach-information/beach-nourishment-projects

Better Beach Rentals and Sales wants to make sure you are fully prepared for your vacation with us here on Oak Island. Please make sure to stay up to date and well informed on the Beach Project as it may impact your stay.  If you have any concerns or questions, please call us here at Better Beach Rentals and Sales at 910-278-1147 to speak with a representative.

 We look forward to having you here with us!