Summary
This project is Phase 1 of a project to protect approximately 2.5 miles of shoreline and 280 acres of estuarine marsh habitat at Newcomb Point and Newcomb Bend, collectively referred to as Newcomb Marsh, in Copano Bay, at the community of Lamar in Aransas County. This project would result in a feasibility study, alternatives analysis, preparation of 30% engineering plans, and complete permitting for construction of a living shoreline or structure which would protect the shoreline and marsh.construction of a living shoreline or structure which would protect the shoreline and marsh.
Basics
Aransas
N/A
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
$601,207
Classification
- CEPRA
- Federal
- State
Habitat Restoration/Protection
Shoreline Protection
Wetlands/Marsh/Habitat Restoration
Timeline
Active
Funding Sources
Source 1
1718
Coastal Erosion Planning and Response Act (CEPRA)
Primary
State
$342,000
12
Source 2
Texas Park & Wildlife Department
Primary
State
$213,000
Source 3
Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act (GOMESA)
Primary
Federal
$31,207
Contacts
General Land Office