Sand Nourishment

OCTA has completed its initial beach nourishment project at North Beach in San Clemente, placing sand along more than a quarter-mile of shoreline. Based on an final pre-construction survey required just before work began in early September, OCTA ultimately placed approximately 2,500 cubic yards of sand. The change from original projections of approximately 3,200 cubic yards reflects the strict permit requirements limiting nourishment to areas above the mean high tide line, as well as dynamic beach and environmental conditions.

This effort is the first step in OCTA’s plan to place approximately 540,000 cubic yards of sand along San Clemente’s beaches. OCTA remains committed to advancing sand nourishment and other protective measures to stabilize the coastal rail line and safeguard passenger and freight rail service along the LOSSAN corridor.