Space Coast Reef

A Multi-Purpose Artificial Reef

Text Box: Top: 3D view of the preliminary reef design superimposed on the gently sloping shoreline of Cocoa Beach

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Text Box: The Space Coast Multi-Purpose Artificial Reef will: Stabilize the shoreline and provide significant protection from beach erosion Reduce the need for repetitive beach re-nourishment Create a new habitat for marine life Provide Brevard County with a world-class surfing reef break to supplement its natural beach breaks Boost the local economy through increased tourism Text Box: Preliminary Reef Specifications Width: 400 ft Length: 600 ft Volume: 45,000 cubic yards Distance Offshore: 800 -1000 ft Maximum Depth: 17 ft below mean sea level Minimum Depth: 3 ft below mean sea level Construction Material: Geosynthetic sand-filled containers Construction Cost: $3 Million Surfable Days: 300 per year ( ≥ 2 ft swell ) Surfing Ride Length: 400 ft (average) Surfing Ride Duration: 40 seconds (average) Breaking Intensity: High - tube rides during favorable swell and tidal conditions Text Box: Bottom: Plan view of preliminary reef design with one foot depth contour intervals shown

The County Commission approved funding for the reef feasibility study on November 27. See Reef News for details!