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Army Corps Awards $25.7M for Ocean City Beach Restoration
30 Sep
Summary
- USACE contracted $25.7M to rebuild Ocean City's beach.
- Nearly 1 million cubic yards of sand will restore the beach berm.
- Work to restore the beach is slated for late 2026 or early 2027.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has initiated a significant beach rebuilding effort in Ocean City, awarding a $25.7 million contract to Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company. This project directly addresses the severe beach erosion and dune damage caused by a powerful nor'easter that recently impacted the coastal community.
The contract specifies the renourishment of the beach by placing nearly one million cubic yards of sand. This effort aims to restore the engineered sand ridge, known as the beach berm, to its original elevation. This berm serves as a crucial engineered shield against storm surges and flooding, protecting vital infrastructure.
Work on this vital restoration project is expected to begin between late 2026 and early 2027. While routine maintenance was already scheduled, the timing allows the USACE to directly address the recent storm-induced erosion. This is part of an ongoing commitment to minimize storm risks along Maryland's Atlantic Coast, with Ocean City's beaches typically renourished every four years.
