Modifying Tidal Inlets

Modifying Tidal Inlets to Mitigate Nitrogen Loading in Coastal Systems
Event Date(s): 10/9/2008 - Thursday - 9:00 AM
Duration: 3.5 hours
Location: Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
Description: As towns seek to reduce watershed nitrogen loads to coastal bays and ponds, modifying tidal inlets to improve water quality may be considered in certain scenarios as a potential management approach. Key issues to be covered include: • technical aspects of modifying inlets and factors that control tidal flushing • state regulations • the viability and appropriateness of this approach for different sites • potential environmental impacts • advantages and disadvantages • economic costs.
Cost: There is no charge to attend but registration is required
Audience: Municipal and county officials, wastewater committees, planning and health boards, conservation commissions, finance committees, DPW directors, engineers, and environmental groups.
CoSponsors: Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (WBNERR), Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), Citizens for the Protection of Waquoit Bay (CPWB)
Contact Info: Tonna-Marie Rogers, tonna-marie.surgeon-rogers@state.ma.us, 508-457-0495 ext. 110
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