California coastal cliffs face rapid erosion threatening infrastructure
A UC San Diego study finds that some California cliffs are eroding by up to 73 feet per year, raising concerns for highways and communities along the coast.
Coastal Erosion 1 article
California's coastline changes as waves, storms, rising seas, and sediment movement reshape beaches and coastal bluffs. Erosion can threaten roads, buildings, public access, and natural habitats, raising disputes over seawalls, setbacks, beach restoration, or relocation. Monitoring shorelines helps communities evaluate long-term options. Coastal communities must weigh immediate protection against changes that may increase risks elsewhere on the shoreline.