Description
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Norfolk District is seeking information on the beneficial use of shoaled sediments within the Tangier Island navigation channel. The project involves using geotextile tubes to stabilize the shoreline, and the Corps is looking for input from industry experts on the feasibility of this approach. The sediment composition within the channel varies by location, with coarser-grained sediments found along the western side and finer-grained sediments found along the eastern side. The Corps is seeking responses to a survey that includes questions on the geotechnical properties of the sediment, the design of the geotextile tubes, and the potential risks and challenges associated with the project.
• The project involves using approximately 100,000 cubic yards of sediment.
• The sediment composition varies by location, with coarser-grained sediments found along the western side and finer-grained sediments found along the eastern side.
• The Corps is seeking input from industry experts on the feasibility of using geotextile tubes for shoreline stabilization.
• The project may involve potential risks and challenges, such as scour and structural instability, especially during storm events.
• The Corps is looking for responses to a survey that includes questions on the geotechnical properties of the sediment, the design of the geotextile tubes, and the potential risks and challenges associated with the project.