Linking Coastal Urbanization to Water Quality and Habitat Changes of the Upper Laguna Madre

Summary

Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) will analyze the impact of coastal development in the Corpus Christi-Kingsville metropolitan area on water and habitat quality in the Upper Laguna Madre between 1982-2016. TAMU-CC will develop forecasting models to predict stress on estuarine health resulting from urbanization processes. A GIS-based decision support system will be developed to facilitate the participation of decision makers and stakeholders. Data and results will be used to develop specific curriculum modules for elementary school education.