Shoreline Stabilization System and Method

a shoreline and stabilization system technology, applied in the direction of groynes, construction, marine site engineering, etc., can solve the problems of serious problems, erosion of coastal areas and shorelines, and destruction of ecosystems
US20150292172A1Inactive Publication Date: 2015-10-15MARTIN ECOSYST L L C
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Authority / Receiving Office
US Β· United States
Patent Type
Applications(United States)
Current Assignee / Owner
MARTIN ECOSYST L L C
Publication Date
2015-10-15
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable Β· inactive patent

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Abstract

A shoreline stabilization system and method are provided, comprising one or more base layers of a non-woven plastic matrix positioned on a shoreline, wherein the base layer is at least partially submerged in the water. A second layer of non-woven plastic matrix positioned on top of the base layer, wherein the second layer is at least partially submerged in the water, and wherein the second layer is pre-planted with one or more selected plants such as smooth cord grass (Spartina alterniflora), seashore paspalum (Paspalum vaginatum), torpedo grass (Panicum repens), and / or bull rush (genus Scirpus). Other selected plants are inserted into holes in the base layer such as bunchgrass, tussock, and / or sunshine vetivergrass (Chrysopgon zizanioides). The base layer and the second layer are anchored to the shoreline by a plurality of anchors sufficient to cause the base layer to conform to the shoreline. The assembled system provides protection from wave energies, while allowing for plant and root growth to further reinforce the shoreline.
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[0001] Not applicable.STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT

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[0003] Not applicable.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0004] 1. Field of the Invention

[0005] The invention relates generally to devices and methods used in the stabilization of shorelines and levees, and more particularly to those devices and methods which promote plant growth and establish a riparian edge for aquatic and wildlife habitat.

[0006] 2. Description of Related Art

[0007] Erosion of coastal areas and shorelines due to erosion, either through natural effects or caused by human activities, is a serious problem for many areas around the world. Many attempts have been made over the years to prevent or control such erosion, resulting in the development of various devices and methods which attentuate wave action and reinforce the shoreline using bulkheads, concrete structures, mats, and similar ...

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